Weathersfield Weekly Blog, December 27, 2021 edition
Christmas 2021 Ice Storm
News You Can Use
ICYMI (In case You Missed It)
John Lippman reporting for the Valley News:
A roadside corner that long had Ascutney Village residents fuming over a store that sold “smoking paraphernalia” and “adult novelties” is being rehabilitated into a retail hub that will be the new home for a wine and spirits shop, a convenience store, a popular deli from Charlestown and a franchise store.
Ross and Buffy Girard, owners of the Running Bear Camping Area in Ascutney, have purchased the parcel across the road from their seasonal camper site at the intersection of Route 5 and Running Bear Trail where The Magic Mushroom was located.
The Girards have demolished the ramshackle building and are putting up a new 5,000-square foot-structure into which will move Windsor Wine & Spirits — to be renamed Fireside Beverage — and be joined by former Kimball Union Academy head chef David (Deej) Collisse’s Real Deal Deli of Charlestown.
The couple also plan to open a Batteries Plus outlet at the site, the second BP store to pop up in the Upper Valley recently after one opened in the former West Lebanon post office this past summer.
Report on former Windsor Prison urges action
A roadside corner that long had Ascutney Village residents fuming over a store that sold “smoking paraphernalia” and “adult novelties” is being rehabilitated into a retail hub that will be the new home for a wine and spirits shop, a convenience store, a popular deli from Charlestown and a franchise store.
Ross and Buffy Girard, owners of the Running Bear Camping Area in Ascutney, have purchased the parcel across the road from their seasonal camper site at the intersection of Route 5 and Running Bear Trail where The Magic Mushroom was located.
The Girards have demolished the ramshackle building and are putting up a new 5,000-square foot-structure into which will move Windsor Wine & Spirits — to be renamed Fireside Beverage — and be joined by former Kimball Union Academy head chef David (Deej) Collisse’s Real Deal Deli of Charlestown.
The couple also plan to open a Batteries Plus outlet at the site, the second BP store to pop up in the Upper Valley recently after one opened in the former West Lebanon post office this past summer.
Flu returns to Vermont after taking a year offLiora Engel-Smith reports for VT Digger
As Vermont braces for the Omicron variant of Covid-19, influenza appears to be making a comeback.
Roughly 1 in 10 people tested for respiratory symptoms in Vermont had the flu in the week ending Dec. 11, up from about 3 in 100 people the previous week, according to the Vermont Department of Health.
Vermont had virtually no influenza cases in 2020. Health Commissioner Mark Levine credited that trend to higher-than-average influenza vaccination rates and to coronavirus control measures — including masking and crowd restrictions — that helped keep the flu at bay.
Flu season in Vermont typically runs from October to May, but cases often peak in January and February.
The return of influenza is of particular concern this year as the state contends with an unprecedented surge in Covid-19 cases and hospitalizations from the highly contagious Delta variant. This weekend, Vermont confirmed its first case of the much more transmissible Omicron variant.
Flu returns to Vermont after taking a year off
Liora Engel-Smith reports for VT Digger
As Vermont braces for the Omicron variant of Covid-19, influenza appears to be making a comeback.
Roughly 1 in 10 people tested for respiratory symptoms in Vermont had the flu in the week ending Dec. 11, up from about 3 in 100 people the previous week, according to the Vermont Department of Health.
Vermont had virtually no influenza cases in 2020. Health Commissioner Mark Levine credited that trend to higher-than-average influenza vaccination rates and to coronavirus control measures — including masking and crowd restrictions — that helped keep the flu at bay.
Flu season in Vermont typically runs from October to May, but cases often peak in January and February.
The return of influenza is of particular concern this year as the state contends with an unprecedented surge in Covid-19 cases and hospitalizations from the highly contagious Delta variant. This weekend, Vermont confirmed its first case of the much more transmissible Omicron variant.
John P. Gregg reports for the Valley News
A study committee established to assess the best future use for the former prison property in Windsor says the state of Vermont should consider demolishing some derelict buildings there and determine once and for all if it wants to keep or get rid of the 108-acre site.
The property off County Road has gone largely unused since the former Southeast State Correctional Facility closed in 2017 and the state has been spending about $250,000 a year to maintain the site. The location is served by water, town sewer and broadband, which make it potentially attractive for future development.
“A strategic plan needs to be developed for the site that includes the costs and benefits of state or private ownership of the site. A plan that would include a large state corrections or social services facility at the site would not be supported by the Town of Windsor,” the 8-page report, which was released to the Legislature on Dec. 15, says.
Vermont may become the first state to ban mercury-containing lighting
Jackie O'Brien reports for VT Digger:
Vermont’s Department of Environmental Conservation plans to issue a decision on the future of mercury-containing lightbulbs in the state in 2022. If it bans the lights, Vermont will be the first state in the nation to do so.
A petition to ban the lights was sent to the department in October from the Vermont Public Interest Research Group, the Mercury Policy Project, the Clean Lighting Coalition and the Appliance Standards Awareness project.
Current state law says fluorescent bulbs, or “lamps,” can be sold only until there is a mercury-free alternative that works as well at an equal or lower cost.
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Vermont’s Department of Environmental Conservation plans to issue a decision on the future of mercury-containing lightbulbs in the state in 2022. If it bans the lights, Vermont will be the first state in the nation to do so.
A petition to ban the lights was sent to the department in October from the Vermont Public Interest Research Group, the Mercury Policy Project, the Clean Lighting Coalition and the Appliance Standards Awareness project.
Current state law says fluorescent bulbs, or “lamps,” can be sold only until there is a mercury-free alternative that works as well at an equal or lower cost.
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Celebrate Safely and Responsibly.
AARP VT, Your ID: Staying Connected & Protected, 1/13/22
AARP VT has launched a series of virtual education sessions on how to avoid becoming the next victim of a scam or identity theft scheme. The next session is scheduled for January 13 at 1 PM.
Another presentation on Cyber Crime is scheduled for March 16 at 3 PM.
This first program will cover various identity theft methods and reveal how and why it occurs, provide instruction on protective steps and explain what to do if it happens to you. The presentation outlines the various techniques used by these thieves to steal your identity and what they might do with it once it’s in their possession. Identity theft is widespread and varied. As many ways as there are for fraudsters to poach your identity, there are also many simple steps you can take to help keep them at bay. Join this free event to review your ID protection checklist with simple steps you can start using today to help protect your identity.
This event will be held on Zoom. REGISTER
This first program will cover various identity theft methods and reveal how and why it occurs, provide instruction on protective steps and explain what to do if it happens to you. The presentation outlines the various techniques used by these thieves to steal your identity and what they might do with it once it’s in their possession. Identity theft is widespread and varied. As many ways as there are for fraudsters to poach your identity, there are also many simple steps you can take to help keep them at bay. Join this free event to review your ID protection checklist with simple steps you can start using today to help protect your identity.
This event will be held on Zoom. REGISTER
Vermont publishes more Covid-19 breakthrough case data on daily dashboard
Erin Petenko reports for VT Digger:
Unvaccinated Vermonters are at far greater risk of Covid-19 infection, hospitalization and death than vaccinated Vermonters.That’s the conclusion — once again — of newly published data from the Vermont Department of Health, which began adding more details of breakthrough cases to its daily dashboard on Wednesday.
(click on the image, then click on small arrows at the bottom of the page to view the data)
The data is similar to other published reports that have, for several months, provided the rate of breakthrough cases and severe complications from the disease. But the dashboard now makes it possible to drill down on age groups for each metric. It’s still limited to providing data for cases and hospitalizations on a weekly basis, and data for deaths on a monthly basis.
The dashboard backs up previous state data and a wealth of scientific research that shows fully vaccinated people are at lower risk of contracting, being hospitalized by and dying from Covid-19. In Vermont, the gaps between vaccinated and unvaccinated Vermonters have grown during the Delta surge.
Unvaccinated Vermonters are now roughly four times more likely to test positive for Covid than fully vaccinated Vermonters. (The department did not take into account whether each vaccinated person had received a booster dose.)
Why Get Vaccinated?
Well...Check out these stats
Death by Age and Vaccination Status
Hospitalizations by Age and Vaccination Status
65+
18-64
GET VACCINATEDand GET YOUR BOOSTERDo it for Yourself, Your Family, Your Community
Well...Check out these stats
Death by Age and Vaccination Status
65+
18-64
GET VACCINATED
and GET YOUR BOOSTER
Do it for Yourself, Your Family, Your Community
The best way to make an appointment is through the Health Department’s website: healthvermont.gov/MyVaccine. Or call 855-722-7878 Monday – Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Vaccination Dashboard for Vermont
COVID-19 Boosters Available for Vermonters 16+You should get a booster if you are 16 or older and you received:
your Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two months ago or
your second dose of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine at least six months ago
WHERE AND HOW TO GET YOUR BOOSTER SHOT
Getting your booster shot is FREE and easy! Visit healthvermont.gov/MyVaccine for more information, and to find a location that offers the Pfizer vaccine near you.
To register through the Health Department website:
Visit healthvermont.gov/MyVaccine
Click the “make an appointment” button.
Log in to your account. Have the information you need to log in ready.
If you are eligible by work or medical conditions, you may need to update your details in the registration system before making an appointment. Go to the Dependent/Household/Client tab and click the UPDATE DETAILS button.
Proceed with making your appointment.
If you have not previously been vaccinated through the state registration system, need assistance or speak a language other than English, call 855-722-7878.
You will not need to show proof that you’re eligible or have to be a Vermont resident, but please bring your vaccination card. You must have an appointment for the vaccine clinic.
Health officials are also reminding Vermonters that it’s time to get your annual flu vaccine, and that there is no waiting period between getting a COVID-19 booster and getting your flu shot.
COVID-19 vaccines are highly effective, and a booster dose gives your body extra protection. This is especially important as the world continues to face the Delta variant of the virus that causes COVID-19. Moderna and Johnson and Johnson boosters have not yet been authorized by the CDC, and we will keep Vermonters up to date as we await guidance.
COVID-19 Boosters Available for Vermonters 16+
You should get a booster if you are 16 or older and you received:
your Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two months ago or
your second dose of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine at least six months ago
your Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two months ago or
your second dose of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine at least six months ago
WHERE AND HOW TO GET YOUR BOOSTER SHOT
Getting your booster shot is FREE and easy! Visit healthvermont.gov/MyVaccine for more information, and to find a location that offers the Pfizer vaccine near you.
To register through the Health Department website:
Visit healthvermont.gov/MyVaccine
Click the “make an appointment” button.
Log in to your account. Have the information you need to log in ready.
If you are eligible by work or medical conditions, you may need to update your details in the registration system before making an appointment. Go to the Dependent/Household/Client tab and click the UPDATE DETAILS button.
Proceed with making your appointment.
If you have not previously been vaccinated through the state registration system, need assistance or speak a language other than English, call 855-722-7878.
You will not need to show proof that you’re eligible or have to be a Vermont resident, but please bring your vaccination card. You must have an appointment for the vaccine clinic.
Health officials are also reminding Vermonters that it’s time to get your annual flu vaccine, and that there is no waiting period between getting a COVID-19 booster and getting your flu shot.
COVID-19 vaccines are highly effective, and a booster dose gives your body extra protection. This is especially important as the world continues to face the Delta variant of the virus that causes COVID-19. Moderna and Johnson and Johnson boosters have not yet been authorized by the CDC, and we will keep Vermonters up to date as we await guidance.
Getting your booster shot is FREE and easy! Visit healthvermont.gov/MyVaccine for more information, and to find a location that offers the Pfizer vaccine near you.
To register through the Health Department website:
Visit healthvermont.gov/MyVaccine
Click the “make an appointment” button.
Log in to your account. Have the information you need to log in ready.
If you are eligible by work or medical conditions, you may need to update your details in the registration system before making an appointment. Go to the Dependent/Household/Client tab and click the UPDATE DETAILS button.
Proceed with making your appointment.
If you have not previously been vaccinated through the state registration system, need assistance or speak a language other than English, call 855-722-7878.
You will not need to show proof that you’re eligible or have to be a Vermont resident, but please bring your vaccination card. You must have an appointment for the vaccine clinic.
Health officials are also reminding Vermonters that it’s time to get your annual flu vaccine, and that there is no waiting period between getting a COVID-19 booster and getting your flu shot.
COVID-19 vaccines are highly effective, and a booster dose gives your body extra protection. This is especially important as the world continues to face the Delta variant of the virus that causes COVID-19. Moderna and Johnson and Johnson boosters have not yet been authorized by the CDC, and we will keep Vermonters up to date as we await guidance.
Cases in Vermont
Weathersfield has 184 cumulative case of COVID-19 since March 2020.
Eight (8) new cases since last week, reported on 12/23/2021
Eight (8) new cases since last week, reported on 12/23/2021
Omicron in the US Spreading Rapidly
Regional Cases
Omicron in the US Spreading Rapidly
Regional Cases
Vermont State Resources and COVID-19 Response Information
COVID-19 In Vermont Communities
COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions: https://www.healthvermont.gov/covid-19/faqs
COVID-19 vaccinations: https://www.healthvermont.gov/covid-19/vaccine
COVID-19 vaccinations: https://www.healthvermont.gov/covid-19/vaccine
Stay Safe
- Get vaccinated (and boosted!) as soon as you are eligible
- Stay home if you feel sick
- Get tested if you have any symptoms, may be a close contact, or have taken part in activities that could put you at risk, such as large gatherings
- Wash your hands regularly
Wearing a mask:
The Health Department currently recommends wearing a mask in public indoor settings, because a significant portion of the population remains unvaccinated and the more transmissible Delta variant is spreading.
Wearing a mask helps protect you and the people around you from getting or spreading COVID-19. A mask helps contain your respiratory droplets and can keep them from reaching other people. COVID-19 can spread even if a person does not have any symptoms. This is how we reduce spread of the virus and outbreaks in our communities, schools and businesses.
If you are fully vaccinated – it is still possible to get and to spread the virus, but the risk is lower. Wearing a mask in public indoor settings is recommended, but you can also assess whether a mask is needed based on a space’s size, the number of people in it, the amount of time you’ll be there, and case rates in the county and in the community.
We urge everyone to follow the prevention steps to protect yourself and the people around you, especially if:
- you have a weakened immune system or are around someone who does
- you have children who can’t yet be vaccinated
- you’re traveling to a place with high transmission and low vaccination rates
- Get vaccinated (and boosted!) as soon as you are eligible
- Stay home if you feel sick
- Get tested if you have any symptoms, may be a close contact, or have taken part in activities that could put you at risk, such as large gatherings
- Wash your hands regularly
The Vermont Health Department has posted the following :- ISOLATE at home away from other people
- How to Isolate: CLICK HERE
- begin reaching out to close contacts immediately
- How to Notify Your Close Contact: CLICK HERE
The Health Department will prioritize contact tracing to people at higher risk. You may not receive a phone call from a contact tracer, but you still need to stay home and away from others, and follow the steps below to stop further spread.
If you are POSITIVE WITH SYMPTONS
If you are POSITIVE WITH NO SYMPTONS
The Vermont Health Department has posted the following :
- ISOLATE at home away from other people
- How to Isolate: CLICK HERE
- begin reaching out to close contacts immediately
- How to Notify Your Close Contact: CLICK HERE
If you are POSITIVE WITH SYMPTONS
Home COVID-19 Test Kits-How to Use ThemVT Digger-Riley Robinson
A lot of us are thinking about how to celebrate the holidays while feeling a little more Covid-19-safe this year. Testing is one tool for that, and here’s posted by VT Digger a little how-to video on using an at-home rapid test.
Below is a partial transcript of an interview in the video with Dr. Benjamin Lee, a pediatric infectious disease doctor at UVM Medical Center, edited for length and clarity.
Dr. Benjamin Lee: The biggest differences are that more of the at-home tests tend to be what we call antigen tests, so those tests are looking for bits of viral protein. Whereas the state-run tests are typically going to be PCR tests, and PCR tests are looking for tiny little pieces of the genetic code of the virus that can then be amplified.
And that difference means that PCR tests are going to be more sensitive than antigen tests. The PCR tests can detect much lower quantities of virus, so that’s one important difference.
The other important difference is that, with any test, there’s always the risk of operator error.
That being said, most of the available at-home tests are pretty straightforward to use.
Part of the challenge is that everybody has to have a willingness to accept the result.
A positive take-home test should be treated as a true positive. And that would mean isolating for 10 days from the onset of symptoms, or from the positive test results. And letting close contacts know that we’ve had this positive result.
There isn’t any single test result or strategy that’s going to guarantee that there’s no risk for infection. And so I think that it’s important that people recognize that, even with the addition of testing, what we can do is lower the risk, but not eliminate the risk.
Below is a partial transcript of an interview in the video with Dr. Benjamin Lee, a pediatric infectious disease doctor at UVM Medical Center, edited for length and clarity.
Dr. Benjamin Lee: The biggest differences are that more of the at-home tests tend to be what we call antigen tests, so those tests are looking for bits of viral protein. Whereas the state-run tests are typically going to be PCR tests, and PCR tests are looking for tiny little pieces of the genetic code of the virus that can then be amplified.
And that difference means that PCR tests are going to be more sensitive than antigen tests. The PCR tests can detect much lower quantities of virus, so that’s one important difference.
The other important difference is that, with any test, there’s always the risk of operator error.
That being said, most of the available at-home tests are pretty straightforward to use.
Part of the challenge is that everybody has to have a willingness to accept the result.
A positive take-home test should be treated as a true positive. And that would mean isolating for 10 days from the onset of symptoms, or from the positive test results. And letting close contacts know that we’ve had this positive result.
There isn’t any single test result or strategy that’s going to guarantee that there’s no risk for infection. And so I think that it’s important that people recognize that, even with the addition of testing, what we can do is lower the risk, but not eliminate the risk.
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Follow the latest USA vaccination and COVID Risk Maps at
Follow the latest USA vaccination and COVID Risk Maps at
Town of Weathersfield
Town crews are out plowing and sanding after this weekend's wild weather.
Town crews are out plowing and sanding after this weekend's wild weather.
Weathersfield Police Blotter
Select Board
Select Board Minutes: The minutes can now be found at https://www.weathersfieldvt.org/node/586/minutes
Not sure if anyone has noticed, or not, but the minutes posted on the Town website have the Nov. 1, 2021 listed as posted. However, the minutes attached to the link provided are minutes from the October 18, 2021 meeting.
The November 1 minutes ARE included in the November 15 meeting packet.
All regular meetings are broadcasted live on Comcast channel 1087, VTEL Channel 161, and SAPA.org on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
Selectboard Members
David Fuller Chair
Mike Todd Vice Chair
Kelly O'Brien Clerk
Joseph Jarvis Member
Paul Tillman Member
Select Board Meets 1st and 3rd Mondays of the Month 6:30 p.m. January 3
January 17
February 7
February 21
Meeting MinutesDecember 6 (Not posted at press time Dec. 13 in violation of Vermont's Open Meeting law. )November 1 (Not posted at press time Nov. 8 in violation of Vermont's Open Meeting law. The posted minutes are from the October 18th meeting NOT Nov. 1)July 19 (posted on Monday, July 26 at 8:22 a.m. in violation of Vermont's Open Meeting law)April 19
April 5February 1
Select Board Minutes: The minutes can now be found at https://www.weathersfieldvt.org/node/586/minutes
Not sure if anyone has noticed, or not, but the minutes posted on the Town website have the Nov. 1, 2021 listed as posted.
However, the minutes attached to the link provided are minutes from the October 18, 2021 meeting.
The November 1 minutes ARE included in the November 15 meeting packet.
Selectboard Members
David Fuller Chair
Mike Todd Vice Chair
Kelly O'Brien Clerk
Joseph Jarvis Member
Paul Tillman Member
Select Board Meets 1st and 3rd Mondays of the Month 6:30 p.m.
January 17
February 7
February 21
Meeting Minutes
December 6 (Not posted at press time Dec. 13 in violation of Vermont's Open Meeting law. )
November 1 (Not posted at press time Nov. 8 in violation of Vermont's Open Meeting law. The posted minutes are from the October 18th meeting NOT Nov. 1)
July 19 (posted on Monday, July 26 at 8:22 a.m. in violation of Vermont's Open Meeting law)
April 19April 5February 1
*Vermont Open Meeting LawMinute posting: Minutes of all public meetings shall be matters of public record, shall be kept by the clerk or secretary of the public body, and shall be available for inspection by any person and for purchase of copies at cost upon request after five calendar days from the date of any meeting. Meeting minutes shall be posted no later than five calendar days from the date of the meeting to a website, if one exists, that the public body maintains or has designated as the official website of the body. Except for draft minutes that have been substituted with updated minutes, posted minutes shall not be removed from the website sooner than one year from the date of the meeting for which the minutes were taken.
Weathersfield School
Early Release December 22 Students will get out at 12:00 PM.
No School December 23, 2021-January 4, 2022-Holiday Break
No School January 17, 2022
No School January 17, 2022
No School February 14-18, 2022 Winter Break
No School April 11-15, 2022 Spring Break
June 14, 2022-Tentative last Day of School
Meeting Agendas may be found HERE
Weathersfield School Board will meet on Tuesday, January 11 at 6:00 p.m.
Virtual Link: https://meet.google.com/
January 11
February 8
March 8
April 12
May 10
June 14
February 8
March 8
April 12
May 10
June 14
Location: 135 Schoolhouse RD Ascutney
School Board Meeting VIDEOSMeeting Minutes
COVID-19 Plan for School Year
The plan for returning students has been posted online for parents to review. LINK
Dr. David Baker, Superintendent Update December 17, 2021
One highlight from the update:Travel Restrictions: I just wanted to repeat that it is going to be important to be vigilant when traveling over the Holidays.
If you are traveling outside of Vermont, and you are vaccinated, the VDH recommendation is to get PCR tested 3 to 5 days upon return to Vermont and to pay particular attention to symptoms.
If you experience any symptoms, then please isolate and contact your PCP or the school nurse.
For the unvaccinated, the recommendation is to stay home for 7 days upon returning to Vermont, even if you test negative in the first 3 to 5 days. If you do not test, the recommendation is to stay home for 10 days and return if symptom free.
For more information you can go to this site. If you have any questions, then please reach out to the school nurses.
Things to Do In and Around Weathersfield
Get Outdoors, Entertainment, Classes, Workshops
Theater
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
Northern Stage Bryne Theater
WRJ VT December 8, 2021-January 2, 2022
Final Week!
Final Week!
I was at one of their "Preview Shows" on December 9 (no camera just my cell phone)
Dramatized by Joseph Robinette from the Story by C.S. Lewis, The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe will be professionally produced and performed by Northern Stage’s student actors.
The story of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe centers around the White Witch, who has trapped Narnia in a perpetual state of winter with no hope of Christmas.
But all that changes when four siblings venture through an old wardrobe and enter a land of talking animals and ferocious monsters.
With the help of Aslan, the Great Lion, the children courageously battle the forces of evil and discover that Love is the deepest magic of all.
One of the greatest stories of courage and resilience ever written, Northern Stage’s production of C.S. Lewis’ epic tale will be a highly theatrical and actor-driven adventure. Marking Northern Stage’s return to the Byrne Theater for the first time since October 2020, The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe is a unique opportunity to shine the spotlight on Northern Stage’s talented young performers, while bringing us all together for the holidays.
More info visit Northern Stage
More photos: CLICK HERE
Music and Laughter in the Air...
Lebanon Opera House
Recycled Percussion-Saturday, January 22, 4 and 7:30 p.m. shows Tickets
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival-Tuesday, January 25 & Wednesday, January 26 7:00 p.m. Tickets
St. Paul and The Broken Bones-Saturday, March 12 7:30 p.m. Tickets
Allman Betts Band-Wednesday, March 16 7:30 p.m. Tickets
Keystone Revisited-Saturday, April 9 (rescheduled from October 2021) Tickets GA Orchestra and Reserved balcony seats.
Bela Fleck My Bluegrass Heart-Tuesday, April 5, 2022 7:30 p.m.Tickets
Keystone Revisited-Saturday, April 9 (rescheduled from October 2021) Tickets GA Orchestra and Reserved balcony seats.
COVID-19 Health and Safety rules in effect at LOH:
For entrance to all indoor Lebanon Opera House events, all patrons, staff, and volunteers must show a valid ID and proof of full vaccination – 14 days past their final vaccination shot – or proof of a negative COVID-19 test within three days of the event. Children under 12 years of age are exempt from this policy.
Face coverings will be required for everyone, regardless of age or vaccination/testing status, at all times while inside the building per City of Lebanon requirements. Masks will be provided to any guests that request them.
Proof of vaccination can be in the form of your physical vaccine card or a photo/scan of your card. We do, however, recommend patrons use the safe and secure Bindle app that’s being adopted by other arts organizations throughout the region. Download “My Bindle” via the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Although our general policy is “no refunds/no exchanges” unless the show is cancelled or rescheduled, we acknowledge that the “rules of engagement” are changing and you may be interested in seeking a refund. In those cases you will have options to get a credit for a future show or a refund. Please contact us at boxoffice@lebanonoperahouse.org and we’ll be happy to assist you.
Exercise
Yoga
Whole Roasted Tro
Whole Roasted Tro
Within Reach Yoga
at The Perkinsville Community Church
Indoor Classes are at Perkinsville Community Church-You must Register for each class at least a day ahead by emailing Lisa.
Class sizes limited to 7.
Yoga Tuesdays
No Classes Dec. 28 and Jan. 4
No Classes Dec. 28 and Jan. 4
*NEW CLASS* 8:15-9:15 a.m.6-week Tuesday Morning Class
November 16-December 21
*NEW TIME* 9:30-10:30 am Tuesdays-Slow Flow, Rest + Restore Class
Candlelight Evening Class Tuesday 5:30-6:30 p.m.Lisa's soothing evening class will continue on Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30pm.
A minimum of 6 participants are needed to hold class - please register at least one day in advance.
Special Class Announced-FULL , with Wait List
New Year's Day--Meditation + Yoga + Acupuncture + DetoxJanuary 1, 2021 10-11 a.m.Perkinsville ChurchLisa and Sara DeGennaro, MA, LCMHC, MLADC, CS, will be offering a guided meditation, yoga and ear acupuncture (or acupressure) workshop on New Year’s Day.
Enjoy ear acupuncture followed by a guided meditation and restorative yoga. You’ll be given a detox tea to bring with you for your ride home or to enjoy when you get there.
BENEFITS:
• Increased calmness, better sleep
• Decrease in anxiety and agitation
• Reduced cravings
• Relief from stress & trauma
• Easier connection with counseling & other health & healing treatments
COST:
Pay what you can (suggested donation $10).
Proceeds to benefit local non-profits.
REGISTER:
Space is limited! Please register early if interested by emailing Lisa.
New Year's Day--Meditation + Yoga + Acupuncture + Detox
• Increased calmness, better sleep
• Decrease in anxiety and agitation
• Reduced cravings
• Relief from stress & trauma
• Easier connection with counseling & other health & healing treatments
Yoga at Perkinsville Community ChurchPlease use the side door of the Perkinsville Community Church and leave shoes and coats in the entry way or kitchen (or keep them on your mat). There is a bathroom for changing.
Please bring props and wear a mask when you are not on your mat.
Upon feedback received and in an effort to maintain our strong community atmosphere and keep yoga a space of comfort and peace with room for everyone to sink into their own bodies and inner wisdom, please refrain from discussing politics, covid-19, and the vaccine in the sacred space where we practice.
Email lisa@withinreachyoga.com to register or with any questions.
COST: $12 drop-in or one punch for those who have purchased punch passes ($60).
Cooking Classes
Saturday, January 15 - 5:30 PM EST
Caldo de Camarón y Pescadillas
Shrimp Soup and Fish Quesadillas
- $ 15.00
Sunday, January 23 - 10:30 AM EST
Empalmes de Frijoles Puercos
Breakfast Tostada "Sandwich"
- $ 15.00
Saturday, January 29 - 5:30 PM EST
Visita a la TaquerÃa Parada #1: Al Pastor
Virtual Taco Tour Stop #1: Al Pastor
- $ 15.00
Saturday, February 12 - 5:30 PM EST
Mole Rosa con Pollo, Cerdo
o Vegetales
Chicken, Pork, or Vegetables in
Pink “Mole” Sauce
- $ 15.00
Saturday, February 19 - 5:30PM EST
Pipián Rojo con Pollo, Cerdo,
o Vegetales
Chicken, Pork, or Vegetables in
Red “Pipián”
- $ 15.00
Sunday, Februay 27 -10:30AM EST
Burritos de Chorizo Rojo y Verde
Burritos with Homemade
Red and Green Chorizo
- $ 15.00
Saturday, March 5 - 5:30 PM EST
Visita a la TaquerÃa Parada #2: De Bistec
Virtual Taco Tour Stop #2: Mexican Style Beef
- $ 15.00
Saturday, March 19 - 5:30 PM EDT
Paella
- $ 15.00
Sunday, March 27 - 10:30 AM EDT
Mercado de Mariscos Parada #1:
Coctel de Camarón y Pescaditos
Seafood Market Stop #1:
Shrimp Cocktail and “Pescaditos”
- $ 15.00
Saturday, April 2 - 5:30 PM EDT
Chile Ancho Relleno Para Cuaresma
Vegetarian Stuffed Ancho Pepper
- $ 15.00
Sunday, April 10 - 10:30 AM EDT
Mercado de Mariscos Parada #2:
Consomé de Camarón
y Tostadas de Camarón
Seafood Market Stop #2:
Shrimp Broth and Shrimp Tostadas
- $ 15.00
Saturday, April 30 - 5:30 PM EDT
Visita a la TaquerÃa Parada #3:
Alambre de Pollo y Volcanes
Virtual Taco Tour Stop #3:
Chicken with Vegetables
and “Volcanoes”
- $ 15.00
Workshops Online
Vermont Online Workshops
Lots of events and movies online. Contact: AARP Vermont Email: vtaarp@aarp.org with questions.
Visit Our Local Restaurants
Exit Ate Eat In or Take-Away Has Been SOLD
Greg will be cooking until December 31st. Stop in and wish him THE BEST in his new adventure!
Be sure to try some of Greg's Raisin Bread!
Inn at Weathersfield (802) 263-9217 Greg will be cooking until December 31st. Stop in and wish him THE BEST in his new adventure!
Be sure to try some of Greg's Raisin Bread!
Dine inside or outside Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, call for a reservation 802-263-9217. 1342 VT Route 106 Perkinsville, VT 05151
Bistro Midva Midva is open Wednesday-Saturday 4:30-9:30 p.m. (Closed Sunday, Monday and Tuesday) Call (802) 299-1553 or visit their FACEBOOK PAGE for more information.
Springfield Diner-seating inside/outside daily 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Ice cream shop open Thursday-Sunday 1-7 pm. Daily specials.
Villagers Ice Cream Restaurant-CLOSED for the season
Check to see if your favorite restaurant is open for outdoor and/or indoor dining. Most are requiring reservations so call ahead for their guidelines and business hours.
Food Assistance
Ascutney Union Church Food Cupboard in Ascutney 5243 Route 5 Saturdays 9-10 a.m. call 802-674-2484.
Weathersfield Food Shelf in Perkinsville.
Tuesday December 21 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
The Food Shelf will be closed December 23. Beginning Thursday, January 13, the regular opening schedule of 2:00 pm-4:00 pm on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month will resume. The Weathersfield Food Shelf is located in the 1879 Perkinsville Schoolhouse at 1862 Route 106 in Perkinsville. The Food Shelf has lots of good food to offer!
Call the Weathersfield Town Office to be refereed to a volunteer, visit the Weathersfield Food Shelf Facebook page and leave a message, email weathersfieldfoodshelf@gmail.com
Donations of non-perishable food are always welcomed and may be dropped off at the facility during open hours or placed in the collection box at Martin Memorial Hall. For more information, call 802-263-5584 or email weathersfieldfoodshelf@gmail.com.
Hartland Food Shelf in Hartland. 4 Corners UU Church Fridays 8-10 a.m., Saturdays 10 a.m-2 p.m.
Reading-West Windsor Food Shelf in Reading. Mondays 2-4 p.m. and Thursday 4-6 p.m. Stone School 3456 Tyson Rd, Reading.
Ascutney Union Church Food Cupboard in Ascutney 5243 Route 5 Saturdays 9-10 a.m. call 802-674-2484.
Weathersfield Food Shelf in Perkinsville.
Tuesday December 21 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
The Food Shelf will be closed December 23.
Call the Weathersfield Town Office to be refereed to a volunteer, visit the Weathersfield Food Shelf Facebook page and leave a message, email weathersfieldfoodshelf@gmail.com
Donations of non-perishable food are always welcomed and may be dropped off at the facility during open hours or placed in the collection box at Martin Memorial Hall. For more information, call 802-263-5584 or email weathersfieldfoodshelf@gmail.com.
Hartland Food Shelf in Hartland. 4 Corners UU Church Fridays 8-10 a.m., Saturdays 10 a.m-2 p.m.
Reading-West Windsor Food Shelf in Reading. Mondays 2-4 p.m. and Thursday 4-6 p.m. Stone School 3456 Tyson Rd, Reading.
Weathersfield Food Shelf in Perkinsville.
Tuesday December 21 2:00 pm-4:00 pm
The Food Shelf will be closed December 23.
Beginning Thursday, January 13, the regular opening schedule of 2:00 pm-4:00 pm on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month will resume.
The Weathersfield Food Shelf is located in the 1879 Perkinsville Schoolhouse at 1862 Route 106 in Perkinsville. The Food Shelf has lots of good food to offer!
Call the Weathersfield Town Office to be refereed to a volunteer, visit the Weathersfield Food Shelf Facebook page and leave a message, email weathersfieldfoodshelf@gmail.com
Donations of non-perishable food are always welcomed and may be dropped off at the facility during open hours or placed in the collection box at Martin Memorial Hall. For more information, call 802-263-5584 or email weathersfieldfoodshelf@gmail.com.
Hartland Food Shelf in Hartland. 4 Corners UU Church Fridays 8-10 a.m., Saturdays 10 a.m-2 p.m.
Reading-West Windsor Food Shelf in Reading. Mondays 2-4 p.m. and Thursday 4-6 p.m. Stone School 3456 Tyson Rd, Reading.
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Nancy Nutile-McMenemy is an Upper Valley freelance photographer and writer who loves paddle, hike, attend concerts and local events in and around Weathersfield and the Upper Valley.
or visit: www.photosbynanci.com