Weathersfield Weekly, March 21 edition
Welcome to Spring in Vermont
Mud Season, Vermont's Fifth Season is here!
News You Can Use
ICYMI (In case You Missed It)
Laura Cody McNaughton Scholarship Applications Due April 29
Applications are now being accepted for the 2022 Laura Cody McNaughton Public Health and Community Service Award of $8,000. This college scholarship will be awarded to one graduating senior from Springfield or the surrounding area who exemplifies Laura's leadership and giving spirit, and who is pursuing further education and training in the field where these principles may be put into practice. The recipient will have demonstrated a commitment to service within their school or community.Laura was valedictorian of Springfield High School Class of 2000. She was involved in school and community activities throughout her years in Springfield. She received her Masters of Public Health, worked with public health organizations around Boston then returned to Windsor County and served as a District Director for the Vermont Department of Public Health. She also served on the Weathersfield School Board.
Applications are available in high school guidance offices and are due Friday, April 29, 2022.
The Laura Cody McNaughton Memorial Fund was established by family and friends of Laura to fund this scholarship. Each year the community and friends come together for the "Lace Up for Laura" 5K race which provides funds for this scholarship.
COVID had cancelled the race these last two years but race organizers are planning to host this year's race on Saturday, June 25.
Details will be coming soon, follow along on FACEBOOK Lace Up For Laura
Mt. Ascutney Hospital Open for Walk-Ins M-F 1-5 PM
Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center is now offering walk-in service on weekday afternoons for people ages 2 and older, according to a news release.The visits are available for urgent, but non-emergency medical needs Monday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. Patients can check in at the hospital’s central registration, through the main entrance.
Some of the conditions appropriate for care through walk-in services are minor cuts and burns; urinary tract infections; strains and sprains; minor fractures; rashes; and ear, sinus and eye infections. In addition, X-ray and lab services are available on-site.
A nurse will be on hand to determine if a patient’s condition calls for transfer to the emergency department.
“Regardless of whether you are experiencing a minor injury or a mild illness, our providers can assist in a timely manner for quicker relief than waiting for an appointment during clinic hours, and also help you avoid the higher cost of an Emergency Department visit,” Dr. Joseph Perras, Mt. Ascutney’s CEO and chief medical officer, said in the release. “It is important to your overall health that you do not postpone care or ignore symptoms needing prompt medical attention.”
Mt. Ascutney joins other members of the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health system in offering walk-in care. For example, New London Hospital opened a new express care service in November.
Vermont will shift to providing antigen tests at state sites
Erin Petenko reporting for VT DiggerVermont plans to begin providing at-home antigen or LAMP tests for Covid-19 at state-run testing sites, rather than PCR tests, officials said at a press conference Tuesday.
Health Commissioner Mark Levine said PCR tests — which are administered at the testing site, rather than on a take-home basis, and take longer to produce results — will still be available for certain situations, such as international travel.
But he said that rapid tests “help you take action quickly if you test positive: Isolating, telling close contacts and accessing treatment if you’re at high risk.”
Vermonters who make an appointment at a testing site would have the option of picking up either an antigen test or a LAMP test to take home and perform themselves. LAMP tests are similar to PCR tests in how they work, but produce faster results. Antigen tests are considered slightly less accurate than PCR tests but are still very accurate.
Levine also said that, because of the declining rate of Covid prevalence in the state, it’s less necessary to get tested before social gatherings. Testing is still recommended under the latest health department guidance for close contacts or people who develop Covid symptoms. The state also recently dropped its mask recommendation for public indoor spaces.
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In a news release announcing the change last week, DHHS said the testing sites are no longer necessary now that the omicron wave of COVID-19 has largely subsided and now that rapid antigen tests are widely available, including at the state’s liquor stores.
The testing locations in Claremont at River Valley Community College on College Place, as well as six other locations outside of the Upper Valley are scheduled to close at 3 p.m. on Tuesday. PCR tests still are available for free online at: https://learn.vaulthealth.com/nh/.
Through the end of the month, Claremont’s walk-in vaccination site in the former liquor store on Washington Street is open Monday-Saturday from noon to 7 p.m., according to On-Site Medical Service’s website.
Claremont Testing Site Closes
The testing site is slated to close on Tuesday, and the vaccination site on March 31, according to the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services and Newport-based On-Site Medical Services, which has been operating the vaccination site.In a news release announcing the change last week, DHHS said the testing sites are no longer necessary now that the omicron wave of COVID-19 has largely subsided and now that rapid antigen tests are widely available, including at the state’s liquor stores.
The testing locations in Claremont at River Valley Community College on College Place, as well as six other locations outside of the Upper Valley are scheduled to close at 3 p.m. on Tuesday. PCR tests still are available for free online at: https://learn.vaulthealth.com/nh/.
Through the end of the month, Claremont’s walk-in vaccination site in the former liquor store on Washington Street is open Monday-Saturday from noon to 7 p.m., according to On-Site Medical Service’s website.
Rabies Vaccination Clinic Hosted by Lucy Mackenzie
Saturday, March 26, from 9 -11 a.m.
Location: Lucy Mackenzie Humane Society, Brownsville
Location: Lucy Mackenzie Humane Society, Brownsville
Cost: $20 per vaccination
This is a first-come, first-serve event.
All dogs must be kept on a leash and all cats must be safely crated at all times.
*Be sure to bring proof of prior vaccination in order to receive a 3-year-certificate, if appropriate.
Otherwise, a 1-year-certificate will be issued.
Riley Robinson reporting for VT Digger
More than 100 people gathered on the Statehouse steps Tuesday (March 15) evening to hold a vigil for the people of Ukraine and to watch Gov. Phil Scott authorize humanitarian aid for the country, which remains in the throes of war after Russia invaded late last month.
Scott held the public signing after the Vermont Legislature fast-tracked a bill over the past week to send $644,826 in aid to Ukraine. The sum represents $1 for every Vermonter, plus $1,749 — the sum the Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery collected from sales of Russian-sourced products between Feb. 24, when Russia launched its invasion, and March 2, when Vermont took Russian liquor off its shelves.
Scott announced at Tuesday’s vigil that the funds would go to Save the Children.
“Ukraine’s fight to protect their people, their rights and their land, and what that means for democracies across the globe is too important for us to sit out,” Scott said. “We must do our part.”
As the sun set over Montpelier, Lt. Gov. Molly Gray; Senate President Pro Tempore Becca Balint, D-Windham; and House Speaker Jill Krowinski, D-Burlington, each spoke at the podium to express their support for the people of Ukraine and the Legislature’s response.
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Canada relaxes border testing requirements for Covid
Fred Thys reporting for VT Digger
Fully vaccinated travelers will no longer have to take a Covid test before entering Canada starting April 1.
“Adjustments to Canada’s border measures are made possible by a number of factors, including Canada’s high vaccination rate, the increasing availability and use of rapid tests to detect infection, decreasing hospitalizations and growing domestic availability of treatments for COVID-19,” Canadian Minister of Health Jean-Yves Duclos said in a statement.
The Canadian government announced the elimination of the testing requirement would apply to all fully vaccinated travelers, whether they come in by air, water or land. Vermont Gov. Phil Scott welcomed the announcement.
“The move from the Canadian government is a welcomed step forward,” Scott said in a statement. “In addition to reuniting our border communities, this change will also bring Canadian businesses and travelers back to Vermont to enjoy our downtowns, outdoor recreation opportunities, and expand our economic ties.”
Fully vaccinated travelers to Canada may still be pulled aside for random Covid testing at airports and at the border. They will not have to quarantine while they wait for test results.
Travelers who are not vaccinated or are only partially vaccinated will still have to submit a negative Covid test result when they arrive at the border, either from an antigen test taken within 24 hours or a molecular test taken within 72 hours.
Travelers who have had Covid can show a positive result from a molecular test taken at least 10 days before they cross the border to prove their infection started long enough ago that they are no longer contagious.
The United States requires anyone who is not a citizen, a national or a permanent resident to provide proof of vaccination before entering from any country.
"All for One, One For All" rang out in the Yoh Theatre this past weekend as the Yoh Theatre Players performed Alexandre Dumas's The Three Musketeers. The play was directed by Marcia Bender and her assistant director-Allison Bradley who also choreographed the fight scenes.
The costumes were exquisite and the acting top notch. I hope you had a ticket to this show.
Weathersfield Police Blotter
Select Board
With the Covid Mask requirement relaxation last week, the sixth grade students are now allowed to eat lunch in the cafeteria. The school now has three grades eating in the cafeteria. The fifth graders will join their classmates today and the school will slowly integrate other students into the cafeteria during the first lunch time.
Hicks-Nichols
The Hicks Nichols Committee is looking for a parent volunteer to be on the Committee. If you would like to be on the Committee, or have any questions about it, please contact Diana Stillson (diana.stillson@wsesu.net).
Weathersfield School Board will meets on Tuesdays
May 10
June 14
Windsor Southeast Supervisory Union
Springfield Library Events
Curiouser & Curiouser Evening Book Club
Monday, Mar 21, 2022 6-7 p.m. In Person and on ZOOM
REGISTER
Lost in the Library Scavenger Hunt
Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at 9 a.m.
The Dogs of Chernobyl: 36 years later
Tuesday, May 3, 2022 6 p.m.
Otherwise, a 1-year-certificate will be issued.
GMA (Good Morning America) Visits Vermont
Scott signs Ukraine aid into law during candlelit vigil on Statehouse steps
More than 100 people gathered on the Statehouse steps Tuesday (March 15) evening to hold a vigil for the people of Ukraine and to watch Gov. Phil Scott authorize humanitarian aid for the country, which remains in the throes of war after Russia invaded late last month.
Scott held the public signing after the Vermont Legislature fast-tracked a bill over the past week to send $644,826 in aid to Ukraine. The sum represents $1 for every Vermonter, plus $1,749 — the sum the Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery collected from sales of Russian-sourced products between Feb. 24, when Russia launched its invasion, and March 2, when Vermont took Russian liquor off its shelves.
Scott announced at Tuesday’s vigil that the funds would go to Save the Children.
“Ukraine’s fight to protect their people, their rights and their land, and what that means for democracies across the globe is too important for us to sit out,” Scott said. “We must do our part.”
As the sun set over Montpelier, Lt. Gov. Molly Gray; Senate President Pro Tempore Becca Balint, D-Windham; and House Speaker Jill Krowinski, D-Burlington, each spoke at the podium to express their support for the people of Ukraine and the Legislature’s response.
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Fred Thys reporting for VT Digger
Fully vaccinated travelers will no longer have to take a Covid test before entering Canada starting April 1.
“Adjustments to Canada’s border measures are made possible by a number of factors, including Canada’s high vaccination rate, the increasing availability and use of rapid tests to detect infection, decreasing hospitalizations and growing domestic availability of treatments for COVID-19,” Canadian Minister of Health Jean-Yves Duclos said in a statement.
The Canadian government announced the elimination of the testing requirement would apply to all fully vaccinated travelers, whether they come in by air, water or land. Vermont Gov. Phil Scott welcomed the announcement.
“The move from the Canadian government is a welcomed step forward,” Scott said in a statement. “In addition to reuniting our border communities, this change will also bring Canadian businesses and travelers back to Vermont to enjoy our downtowns, outdoor recreation opportunities, and expand our economic ties.”
Fully vaccinated travelers to Canada may still be pulled aside for random Covid testing at airports and at the border. They will not have to quarantine while they wait for test results.
Travelers who are not vaccinated or are only partially vaccinated will still have to submit a negative Covid test result when they arrive at the border, either from an antigen test taken within 24 hours or a molecular test taken within 72 hours.
Travelers who have had Covid can show a positive result from a molecular test taken at least 10 days before they cross the border to prove their infection started long enough ago that they are no longer contagious.
The United States requires anyone who is not a citizen, a national or a permanent resident to provide proof of vaccination before entering from any country.
READ MORESuds & Science - Join VCE at 7 pm on April 5 for the next installment of Suds & Science! Their April presenter is Dr. Christine Cairns Fortuin, whose research "focuses on wild and native bee species in southeastern forests, and how forest management, pesticides, and catastrophic wind disturbances affect wild bee communities and nesting success." Register on the VCE website.
Birdathon 2022 - Save the date! Birdathon is tentatively scheduled to begin Thursday, May 19, with a weekend option for those who can't participate mid-week. Keep an eye out for more details, coming soon!
Birdathon 2022 - Save the date! Birdathon is tentatively scheduled to begin Thursday, May 19, with a weekend option for those who can't participate mid-week. Keep an eye out for more details, coming soon!
ICYMI
Things to Do
Things to Do
Theater Report
Get Out and Support Local Theater
The Three Musketeers (Dress Rehearsal)
Yoh Theatre Players
Woodstock, VT March 17, 2022
The cast and crew of Yoh Theatre Players "The Three Musketeers"
"All for One, One For All" rang out in the Yoh Theatre this past weekend as the Yoh Theatre Players performed Alexandre Dumas's The Three Musketeers. The play was directed by Marcia Bender and her assistant director-Allison Bradley who also choreographed the fight scenes.
Rochefort (Nathaniel Hough) and Milady (Aria Yuengling)
attack D’Artagnan (Danny Smith) in the town of Mauriac.
attack D’Artagnan (Danny Smith) in the town of Mauriac.
The Cardinal (Gordon Twigg-Smith) confronts the Queen’s (Mars Sell) to let
her know that he knows she gave a necklace to the Duke of Buckingham, her lover.
her know that he knows she gave a necklace to the Duke of Buckingham, her lover.
King Louis XIII (Finn Farrall) host a ball
hoping to catch the Queen (Mars Sell)without her necklace.
hoping to catch the Queen (Mars Sell)without her necklace.
More photos: CLICK HERE
Town of Weathersfield
Weathersfield Police Blotter
Select Board Minutes: The minutes can now be found at https://www.weathersfieldvt.org/node/586/minutes
All regular meetings are broadcasted live on Comcast channel 1087, VTEL Channel 161, and SAPA.org on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.David Fuller Vice Chair
Kelly O'Brien Clerk
Wendy Smith Member
Paul Tillman Member
Select Board Meets 1st and 3rd Mondays of the Month 6:30 p.m. March 21 Agenda
April 4, 18
Meeting Minutes
March 7-(The March 7th meeting minutes are now the March 7th meeting minutes not the Feb. 7th's as originally posted)Special Meeting March 3-Select Board organization
Select Board Minutes: The minutes can now be found at https://www.weathersfieldvt.org/node/586/minutes
David Fuller Vice Chair
Kelly O'Brien Clerk
Wendy Smith Member
Paul Tillman Member
Kelly O'Brien Clerk
Wendy Smith Member
Paul Tillman Member
Select Board Meets 1st and 3rd Mondays of the Month 6:30 p.m.
March 21 Agenda
April 4, 18
April 4, 18
Meeting Minutes
Special Meeting March 3-Select Board organization
*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
8th Grade Clay Lanterns Video: Watch it on YouTube
Cafeteria News
Parent Teacher Conferences
Spring conferences are approaching quickly. Teachers sent out sign ups last Thursday and the school has early release days on March 31st and April 1st for conferencing. In-Service Friday-Early Release
Next Friday, March 25th is an early release day for staff in service.
Rescheduled School Tours
The school is rescheduling the school tours for April 5th from 4-6 p.m.. If you would like to see what the school looks like, just come on by and they will give you a tour.
The Hicks Nichols Committee is looking for a parent volunteer to be on the Committee. If you would like to be on the Committee, or have any questions about it, please contact Diana Stillson (diana.stillson@wsesu.net).
Early Release Day March 25, 2022
Early Release March 31, April 1, 2022
No School April 11-15, 2022 Spring Break
Early Release Day May 27, 2022
No School May 30, 2022
June 14, 2022-Tentative last Day of School
Meeting Agendas may be found HERE
Weathersfield School Board will meets on Tuesdays
Tuesday, April 5, 2022 @ 6:30 p.m.
Virtual Link: https://meet.google.com/nfo-qttm-bgg
In Person at Weathersfield School (135 Schoolhouse Road, Ascutney)
May 10Virtual Link: https://meet.google.com/nfo-qttm-bgg
In Person at Weathersfield School (135 Schoolhouse Road, Ascutney)
June 14
Location: 135 Schoolhouse RD Ascutney
School Board Meeting VIDEOSMeeting MinutesFebruary 11 Special Meeting (Not posted at press time February 21 in violation of Vermont's Open Meeting law. )
February 8 video link (Now posted, not posted at press time February 14 in violation of Vermont's Open Meeting law. )
January 11
January 11
Dr. David Baker, Superintendent Update March 18, 2022
Weathersfield Proctor LibraryRoute 5 (5181 US-5 Ascutney VT 05030)
Drop in ScrabbleMondays at 1 p.m.Please call Maureen Bogosian for details @ 603-252-0936
Route 5 (5181 US-5 Ascutney VT 05030)
Drop in Scrabble
Mondays at 1 p.m.
Please call Maureen Bogosian for details @ 603-252-0936
AARP Tax Aide Returns to Proctor Library
The Weathersfield Proctor Library announced that they will be hosting the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide assistance on Tuesdays at the library at 5181 Route 5 Ascutney, Vermont.Please call 802-875-2418 to make your appointment.
Things to Do In and Around Weathersfield
Get Outdoors, Entertainment, Classes, Workshops
Springfield Library Events
Curiouser & Curiouser Evening Book Club
Monday, Mar 21, 2022 6-7 p.m. In Person and on ZOOM
REGISTER
Lost in the Library Scavenger Hunt
Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at 9 a.m.
REGISTER
Decoding the Mysteries of Cats, or Why Cats Do What They Do
Tuesday, April 5, 2022 6-7 p.m. on ZOOM
REGISTER
DIY Creative Notebook
Wednesday, April 13, 2022 5-6:30 p.m. on ZOOM
REGISTER
Tuesday, April 5, 2022 6-7 p.m. on ZOOM
REGISTER
DIY Creative Notebook
Wednesday, April 13, 2022 5-6:30 p.m. on ZOOM
REGISTER
How to Prevent Math Gaps in Your Child's Learning
Thursday, Apr 14, 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, Apr 14, 5:30 p.m.
Conservation Kids with VEEP
Friday, April 22, 2022 3:30 p.m.
The Dogs of Chernobyl: 36 years later
Tuesday, May 3, 2022 6 p.m.
REGISTER
Coffee Filter Butterflies
Saturday, May 7, 10:30 a.m.
Coffee Filter Butterflies
Saturday, May 7, 10:30 a.m.
REGISTER
Majesty and Mystery of “Crop Circles”
Tuesday, September 6, 2022 7-8:30 p.m.--On Sale Jul 11 at 8 a.m.
Majesty and Mystery of “Crop Circles”
Tuesday, September 6, 2022 7-8:30 p.m.--On Sale Jul 11 at 8 a.m.
Event INFO
Deep Meadow Farm
Bela Fleck My Bluegrass Heart-Tuesday, April 5, 2022 Tickets
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.
Slow Flow, Rest + Restore Tuesdays
Tuesday Options: 8:15-9:15am OR 9:30-10:30am
March 22, 29 for $50 pre-paid
~Perkinsville Church~
March 22 - SAVE THE DATE!
Groundwater ~ Making the invisible visible
Join CRC and partners in Connecticut for an event to honor World Water Day.
March 28 at 7pm
River Steward Rendezvous with Andrea: MA River Issues Roundup
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
Inn at Weathersfield (802) 263-9217
Outer Limits Brewing (802)-287-6100
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays; Wednesdays and Thursdays 3-8 p.m.; Saturdays noon-8 p.m. with LIVE MUSIC; Sundays noon-6 p.m..
60 Village Green, Proctorsville, VT 05153
The Hanover Chamber put together this list of Curbside Restaurants: https://www.hanoverchamber.org/upper-valley-restaurants-delivery-curbside-pi
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.
Deep Meadow Farm
Open Enrollment for their Farm Direct Program
Are you looking for a CSA that works for your schedule and preferences?
Deep Meadow Farm, in Ascutney VT, now has open enrollment for their “Farm Direct” program until May 1st.
They offer:
Deep Meadow Farm, in Ascutney VT, now has open enrollment for their “Farm Direct” program until May 1st.
They offer:
- A full season of vegetables, plants, honey and additional items
- Pickups all week from Tuesday to Sunday, 11am-5pm. May-October.
- No limits or minimums on items chosen
- Complete customer choice on items
- Additional pickup sites at farmers markets
- Weekly discounts at our Farm-Stand
- Tiered pricing for all levels
All produce offered is certified organic and grown on the farm. Enjoy amazing fresh produce in season. For more information or to enroll, visit deepmeadowfarm.net
Music and Laughter in the Air...
Lebanon Opera House
All shows are at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise stated.
Keystone Revisited-Saturday, April 9 (rescheduled from October 2021) Tickets GA Orchestra and Reserved balcony seats.
Jake Shimabukuro-Friday, April 15 Tickets
Bob Marley (comedian)-Friday, May 13 Tickets
"If I Could Ride" (film premiere) Sunday, May 15 Noon and 4 p.m. Tickets are FREE but a reservation is required. Donations to Helping Hooves accepted at the door.
If I Could Ride is based on the book of the same name by local author Don Miller. This heartwarming tale–filmed in Upper Valley locations including Plainfield, Windsor, South Woodstock, and North Hartland–follows two teenagers: Jodie, a girl with physical disabilities whose family struggles, and Bridgett, a girl whose family lives a very lavish lifestyle. Witness how fate unites two seemingly different young girls to prove the existence of true friendship through physical and emotional trials. A family-friendly movie suitable for all ages!
If I Could Ride is donating all proceeds from the film screening to Helping Hooves at Willow Brook Farm in Plainfield, NH, which offers Equine-Facilitated Mental Health counseling services to children and teens.
A suggested $10 donation per ticket is requested at the theater entrance. Checks are payable to Willow Brook Farm/Helping Hooves. We appreciate your support in this effort!
If I Could Ride is based on the book of the same name by local author Don Miller. This heartwarming tale–filmed in Upper Valley locations including Plainfield, Windsor, South Woodstock, and North Hartland–follows two teenagers: Jodie, a girl with physical disabilities whose family struggles, and Bridgett, a girl whose family lives a very lavish lifestyle. Witness how fate unites two seemingly different young girls to prove the existence of true friendship through physical and emotional trials. A family-friendly movie suitable for all ages!
Opera North's "Carnevale" July 8, 9, 10 at the Blow Me Down Farm in Cornish , NH Tickets
Masks, music, and high-flying aerialists join in a fantasy of familiar stories, slapstick humor and gorgeous voices as professional circus artists join forces with Opera North under the big top at Blow-Me-Down Farm. Daring arias and acrobats evoking carnival in Venice make this always surprising summer event the signature of Opera North. A perfect family summer experience.
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.
Candlelit Gentle Flow Mondays
Mondays, 5:30-6:30pm
March 21, 28 for $40 pre-paid
~Perkinsville Church~
Mondays, 5:30-6:30pm
March 21, 28 for $40 pre-paid
~Perkinsville Church~
Tuesday Options: 8:15-9:15am OR 9:30-10:30am
March 22, 29 for $50 pre-paid
~Perkinsville Church~
Yoga at Perkinsville Community Church
Monthly yoga class series are being held in-person at the Perkinsville Community Church, 5 Church Street, Perkinsville VT (the greater Springfield/Ascutney/Okemo area).
Walk-ins can register up to 24hrs ahead by emailing Lisa and are available on a first-come, first served basis (classes fill early!).
Please arrive 5 minutes early with your own props and mats. Covid guidelines are being upheld with distancing and masks required anytime you're off your mat. An air purifier runs during class. Please do not attend if you feel sick.
LiveStream is CRC’s newest way to connect you with your rivers through an online series of discussions with CRC staff members and partners. Episodes are hosted via Zoom and occur on selected Wednesdays from Noon-1pm. Recordings of each episode may be found here within 24 hours of the live broadcast.
To view upcoming LiveStream episodes, view our Events Calendar. Register for each episode to receive meeting information, resources and a link to the recording.
Recordings of past episodes are available on our LiveStream playlist and by clicking on the image under each past episode title.
March 22 - SAVE THE DATE!Groundwater ~ Making the invisible visible
Join CRC and partners in Connecticut for an event to honor World Water Day.
March 28 at 7pm
River Steward Rendezvous with Andrea: MA River Issues Roundup
Cooking Classes
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
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.
Exit Ate Eat In or Take-Away Has Been SOLD
Greg will be cooking until December 31st.
Inn at Weathersfield (802) 263-9217 Greg will be cooking until December 31st.
Mud Season Break March 26-May 5
Dine inside or outside Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, call for a reservation 802-263-9217. 1342 VT Route 106 Perkinsville, VT 05151
Dine inside or outside Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, call for a reservation 802-263-9217. 1342 VT Route 106 Perkinsville, VT 05151
Upcoming Dinners at the Inn
Call (802) 263-9217 to reserve your spot
Spanish Dinner March 26
The dinner events start at 6 pm with aperitifs followed by dinner at 6:45 pm.
For aperitifs, you can choose to sit in the great room by the fire or at your table. Instead of a long table, they sit you with your guests at your own table or if attending alone, they sit you with other guests. If you have dietary issues (gluten free or don't eat red meat), please give them a call and they'll see if they're able to accommodate your needs.
If you're traveling to the area, make it a weekend adventure with their Wine Weekend Package with Friday's dinner included along with all taxes and gratuities.
If you're traveling to the area, make it a weekend adventure with their Wine Weekend Package with Friday's dinner included along with all taxes and gratuities.
If you go, The Inn at Weathersfield requires proof of full COVID vaccination to dine or lodge. Proof of vaccination may be a paper copy of the CDC-issued card or a photo of the card. This applies to children 12 years and older.
Please be sure that every member of the party comes prepared to show this with identification as any guest without proof will not be allowed to dine or stay.
Please be sure that every member of the party comes prepared to show this with identification as any guest without proof will not be allowed to dine or stay.
And bring along your mask for when you are away from your table, moving about the inn.
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays; Wednesdays and Thursdays 3-8 p.m.; Saturdays noon-8 p.m. with LIVE MUSIC; Sundays noon-6 p.m..
60 Village Green, Proctorsville, VT 05153
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
Opens April 29! 11:30 a.m.
Opens April 29! 11:30 a.m.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Vermont State Resources and COVID-19 Response Information
GET VACCINATEDand GET YOUR BOOSTERDo it for Yourself, Your Family, Your Community
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
Cases in Vermont
Vermont Current Cases Dashboard(Click on the graph to be taken to the web page. Use the arrows at the bottom of the screen on the web page to scroll through the graphs.) Cases by Town in Vermont
March 15, 2022 Slideshow
The state’s modeling, visit https://dfr.vermont.gov/about-us/covid-19/modeling
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
Weathersfield has 267 cumulative case of COVID-19 since March 2020.
Cases not updated since last week 3/9/2022.
Vermont Current Cases Dashboard
(Click on the graph to be taken to the web page. Use the arrows at the bottom of the screen on the web page to scroll through the graphs.)
Cases by Town in VermontMarch 15, 2022 Slideshow
The state’s modeling, visit https://dfr.vermont.gov/about-us/covid-19/modeling
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
Weathersfield has 267 cumulative case of COVID-19 since March 2020.
Cases not updated since last week 3/9/2022.
Cases not updated since last week 3/9/2022.
Testing
The Vermont Health Department revised their guidelines on December 30, 2021
If you test POSITIVE (PCR, LAMP or ANTIGEN) Regardless of Vaccination Status:
Stay home and isolate for 5 days
You can leave your home on day 5 if: - You never had symptoms, or your symptoms have improved and you feel better
- AND you have had no fever for at least 24 hours without the use of medicine that reduces fevers
- AND you wear a mask around others through day 10.
- AND, when possible, it is recommended that you have two negative antigen tests performed at least 24 hours apart beginning no earlier than day 4
Health Care workers have different guidelines.
Notify your close contacts that you have tested positive.
The Vermont Health Department revised their guidelines on December 30, 2021
Stay home and isolate for 5 days
You can leave your home on day 5 if:
- You never had symptoms, or your symptoms have improved and you feel better
- AND you have had no fever for at least 24 hours without the use of medicine that reduces fevers
- AND you wear a mask around others through day 10.
- AND, when possible, it is recommended that you have two negative antigen tests performed at least 24 hours apart beginning no earlier than day 4
Health Care workers have different guidelines.
Follow the latest USA vaccination and COVID Risk Maps at
Follow the latest USA vaccination and COVID Risk Maps at
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