Weathersfield Weekly Blog November 13 edition
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Star Parties Planned at Hoisington Field Nov. 17
The Southern Vermont Astronomy Group (SoVerA) and the Weathersfield Proctor Library are hosting Star Parties at Hoisington Field. The parties will be on Fridays when the weather is good and the Moon cooperates (that is, it doesn't shine so brightly that it washes out the sky). November 17, Waxing Crescent sets at 9:32 pm
The Southern Vermont Astronomy Group (SoVerA) and the Weathersfield Proctor Library are hosting Star Parties at Hoisington Field. The parties will be on Fridays when the weather is good and the Moon cooperates (that is, it doesn't shine so brightly that it washes out the sky). November 17, Waxing Crescent sets at 9:32 pm
Holiday Open House at Radicle Folk Collective Nov. 18 10AM-5PM
Come check out their beautiful one-of-a-kind gifts, sip some mulled cider or hot chocolate, eat some lunch, and make a beautiful ornament.
Everyone who makes a purchase will get entered into a drawing for a $200 gift certificate to their shop.
12-5 Radicle Folk Collective Holiday Open House
12-3 Delicious food from Sustainable Eats Food Truck
12-4 Tarot Readings by Chris
12-3 Delicious food from Sustainable Eats Food Truck
12-4 Tarot Readings by Chris
Here is a link to the facebook event: https://fb.me/e/41KR4lorj
Radicle Folk Collective (formerly Z Botanicals Apothecary) started off as an apothecary stocked with handmade health and beauty products and farm-grown, bulk medicinal herbs, has grown into a beautiful artisanal collective offering many curated, artisanal products.
They sell loaves of Kidding Around Farm Sourdough Bread from West Windsor VT but get there early-it sells out really fast on Fridays and Saturdays.
BTW, they host Sip and Shop every Saturday 10 AM-2PM.
Shop hours:
Tue-Wed 11-3
Thu 11-5
Fri 3-6
Sat 10-2
Belly Dance Beyond The Borders Nov. 18 7:30 PM
On November 18, 2023, the Raqs Salaam Dance Theater proudly presents Showcase 19,
This year’s epic presentation highlights the diversity of eastern dances as they inhabit, and cross, the borders of North Africa.
From classical Egyptian dance, to American “popping and locking”, prepare to travel 16,000 miles around the globe through movement. Showcase 19 features traditional dances from Africa, Asia and India, as well musical theater straight out of recent Hollywood and Bollywood movies.
Prepare to be uplifted in joy and laughter, as well as to learn about current events in the Middle East, as they relate to women. This family-friendly and “relatable” show is both entertaining and educational for theater-goers young and old.
The Raqs Salaam Dance Theater is the largest and longest running all-female performing group in the Upper Valley. Through the transformative energy of the feminine spirit, we celebrate and contribute to a positive shift in the world’s health and well-being.
Please note that our show location seats 500 people. You will have an opportunity to socially distance should you like to do so. TICKETS
This year’s epic presentation highlights the diversity of eastern dances as they inhabit, and cross, the borders of North Africa.
Please note that our show location seats 500 people. You will have an opportunity to socially distance should you like to do so. TICKETS
Mascoma Community Auditorium, 27 Royal Rd, Canaan, NH, 03741
Mascoma Community Auditorium, 27 Royal Rd, Canaan, NH, 03741
Toonerville Trail Turkey Trot 5K
Nov. 23, 9-11 AM
When: Nov 23, 2023, 9 to 11 AM
Where: Toonerville Rail-Trail Parking, Charlestown Road, Springfield, VT
The Toonerville Trail Turkey Trot 5K takes place Thursday, November 23, 2023 at 9 a.m. The event starts and finishes at the Toonerville Trail trailhead at 280 Clinton St, Springfield, VT. The course is a mostly flat 5K out-and-back along the Black River.
Proceeds will benefit Meals on Wheels of Greater Springfield and Springfield High School Cross Country, and we will also be taking donations of non-perishable food items for the Springfield Food Bank.
Registration fee: $20
https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=108580
In-person paper registration at Edgar May Health & Rec Center in Springfield.
More info: http://www.runlikeardy.com/races/toonerville-trail-turkey-trot/
When: Nov 23, 2023, 9 to 11 AM
Where: Toonerville Rail-Trail Parking, Charlestown Road, Springfield, VT
The Toonerville Trail Turkey Trot 5K takes place Thursday, November 23, 2023 at 9 a.m. The event starts and finishes at the Toonerville Trail trailhead at 280 Clinton St, Springfield, VT. The course is a mostly flat 5K out-and-back along the Black River.
Proceeds will benefit Meals on Wheels of Greater Springfield and Springfield High School Cross Country, and we will also be taking donations of non-perishable food items for the Springfield Food Bank.
Registration fee: $20
https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=108580
In-person paper registration at Edgar May Health & Rec Center in Springfield.
More info: http://www.runlikeardy.com/races/toonerville-trail-turkey-trot/
Where: Toonerville Rail-Trail Parking, Charlestown Road, Springfield, VT
The Toonerville Trail Turkey Trot 5K takes place Thursday, November 23, 2023 at 9 a.m. The event starts and finishes at the Toonerville Trail trailhead at 280 Clinton St, Springfield, VT. The course is a mostly flat 5K out-and-back along the Black River.
Proceeds will benefit Meals on Wheels of Greater Springfield and Springfield High School Cross Country, and we will also be taking donations of non-perishable food items for the Springfield Food Bank.
Registration fee: $20
https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=108580
In-person paper registration at Edgar May Health & Rec Center in Springfield.
More info: http://www.runlikeardy.com/races/toonerville-trail-turkey-trot/
Zack's Place Turkey Trot
Nov. 23
Register
The Zack’s Place Turkey Trot, a 5K run and walk held on Thanksgiving Day, was first established in 2007, and has become a dependable annual fundraiser ever since.
As participants line up and register for the race they are entertained by a band on a flatbed truck. Hot coffee, tea and hot chocolate are offered. The race begins in front of the Woodstock Elementary School at 10:00 AM, with the more skilled runners in front and the rest following.
The run meanders through the historic Village of Woodstock, then on towards Billings Farm, around Mountain Avenue, and back around The Town Green, ending at the starting line. An award ceremony, also with refreshments and a band, follows the race where medals are presented.
Families run together as college kids and relatives gather for the Thanksgiving celebration. Grandparents and young children in carriages participate as walkers, dogs join in as well.
It has become a tradition for many in the Woodstock area; however we also have “satellite participants” who cannot be in Woodstock but who run with family wherever they are: Hawaii, Italy, New York City, etc.
This is indeed a day of thanks where individuals help support our enrichment center and give thanks for their own gifts at the same time.
As participants line up and register for the race they are entertained by a band on a flatbed truck. Hot coffee, tea and hot chocolate are offered. The race begins in front of the Woodstock Elementary School at 10:00 AM, with the more skilled runners in front and the rest following.
Families run together as college kids and relatives gather for the Thanksgiving celebration. Grandparents and young children in carriages participate as walkers, dogs join in as well.
Community Contra Dance November 24 beginning at 6:30 PM
The annual post-Thanksgiving dance will happen again this year so please come if you are not traveling, bring your out-of-town guests, and enjoy some good times with your neighbors.Friday, November 24
Doors open at 6:30 Beginner session (if needed) at 6:40
Dancing 7–9
Socialize (Potluck snacks) 9–?
Legendary caller Dudley Laufman will teach and guide everyone through the dances. Live music provided by Naomi Morse, fiddle, Amy Englesberg, piano, joined by Dudley on accordion and perhaps some additional guest musicians.
Potluck snacks after the dancing. Feel free to bring simple finger food to share. Bring a beer, a wine, water, or whatever you fancy.
Adults: $10, Children: $5, Households: $20 Weathersfield Center Meetinghouse, 2579 Weathersfield Center Road, Weathersfield, VT Parking in the field across the road.
Masks welcome but not required ALL ARE WELCOME ~ ALL DANCES WILL BE TAUGHT
More info: https://fb.me/e/2Tc8PBEXm
Holiday Events in Our Area
Brownsville/West Windsor
Christmas Bazaar, Tree Lighting, Live Nativity and Candle Light Service
Dec. 2, 17 & 24
Saturday, Dec. 2
Brownsville Community Church Christmas Bazaar with crafts and bake sale (9 a.m.-2 p.m.) and luncheon (11 a.m.-1 p.m.) at Town Hall. There will be live music as well to enjoy while you shop.
Come down to the corner of Rte. 44 & Brownsville Hartland Road for the Annual Community Tree Lighting (4 p.m.). Before the trees are lit, there's a very good chance that there will be a visit to town by Mr. & Mrs. Claus! AND, you'll usually find festive, light refreshments and a glowing fire pit to warm you inside and out when you get there.
The day will wrap up with a Live Christmas Nativity (5:00 & 5:30) at the Brownsville Community Church pavilion (66 Brownsville Hartland Road). Accompanying the two Live Nativity Pageants there will be live music and live animals, too!
Sunday, December 17 at 4:30
Enjoy a free Christmas Concert at the Brownsville Community Church.
Sunday morning, December 24 9:30 a.m. and 7 p.m.
At the Brownsville Community Church
Festival of Nine Lessons at 9:30 a.m.
At 7:00 pm Christmas Eve Candle Light Service. The Church will be adorned with an abundance of poinsettias shared by members of the congregation for all to enjoy at this special service.
Contact the Brownsville Community Church at bcchurchvt@gmail.com with questions.
Bring your friends, family & neighbors to usher in the Christmas Season! All are welcome at these Brownsville, VT community holiday events!
Holiday Wreaths and More Support the 2024 Independence Day Celebrations in Brownsville
The Brownsville Independence Day Celebrations committee invites you to order your Holiday/Christmas Wreaths and decorations while they last! These lush items can adorn your home or serve as gifts to your family, friends, neighbors & business associates both near and far.
This is a very easy way to shop beautiful Holiday/Christmas Wreaths and decorations for yourself or as gifts. Just use this link
https://giftitforward.com/applycoupon/applycouponlink/index/coupon_code/BROWNSVT001 to go to the GiftitForward.com site. There you'll see the IDC fundraiser code BROWNSVT001. Your purchases will support next year's 2-day, all-volunteer & FREE celebrations.
Your selections will be shipped by FedEx directly to your door step or to that of your gift recipients (anywhere in the continental USA) with a gift card message from you. And, shipping is included in the prices you see on the site. Wreaths are delivered in a decorator gift box and a free wreath hanger is included with the evergreen wreaths.
Evergreen Holiday/Christmas wreaths, swags, centerpieces, table top trees & garland can be ordered through December 7 and will be shipped November 16 through December 8.
The Independence Day Celebrations committee will be at the Brownsville Church Christmas Bazaar on December 2 where we can help you place your order just before the December 7 cutoff date.
The IDC volunteers and your friends / neighbors thank you in advance for your support of the Brownsville Independence Day Celebrations
This is a very easy way to shop beautiful Holiday/Christmas Wreaths and decorations for yourself or as gifts. Just use this link
https://giftitforward.com/applycoupon/applycouponlink/index/coupon_code/BROWNSVT001 to go to the GiftitForward.com site. There you'll see the IDC fundraiser code BROWNSVT001. Your purchases will support next year's 2-day, all-volunteer & FREE celebrations.
Your selections will be shipped by FedEx directly to your door step or to that of your gift recipients (anywhere in the continental USA) with a gift card message from you. And, shipping is included in the prices you see on the site. Wreaths are delivered in a decorator gift box and a free wreath hanger is included with the evergreen wreaths.
Evergreen Holiday/Christmas wreaths, swags, centerpieces, table top trees & garland can be ordered through December 7 and will be shipped November 16 through December 8.
The Independence Day Celebrations committee will be at the Brownsville Church Christmas Bazaar on December 2 where we can help you place your order just before the December 7 cutoff date.
The IDC volunteers and your friends / neighbors thank you in advance for your support of the Brownsville Independence Day Celebrations
News You Can Use
ICYMI (In case You Missed It)
Town/School/Regional News
Dartmouth faculty call for more staff amid Arts & Sciences reorganization
It’s been a “death by a thousand cuts” situation, said Christopher Sneddon, a professor in the departments of geography and environmental studies.
By Valley News
By Valley News
As Dartmouth College leaders consider a large-scale organizational change to the departments of Arts and Sciences, members of the faculty have made their own voices heard in a show of support for the college’s staff who fill non-academic positions.
Wages for staff that lag behind those of peer institutions have helped leave the departments “with a skeleton crew,” reads a letter published late last month, undersigned by 250 members of the faculty — from postdoctoral fellows to full professors.
While student and faculty numbers have ballooned in the past two decades, since 2004, there are 105 fewer staff in the Arts and Sciences, and the administrative and advancement offices.
The asynchronous institutional growth of this period has stretched staff “to the breaking point,” the letter reads.
There are 124 fewer employees since that time across the college as a whole, including graduate and professional programs.
Meanwhile, there are more than 1,000 additional students in total at Dartmouth, and 186 more faculty.
It’s been a “death by a thousand cuts” situation, said Christopher Sneddon, a professor in the departments of geography and environmental studies.
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Police say death of man incarcerated at Springfield prison does not appear suspicious
Dennis Mayotte, 37, of North Springfield was pronounced dead Sunday afternoon at the Southern State Correctional Facility, where he had been incarcerated since he was arrested Oct. 26 in Brattleboro, according to authorities.By Alan J. Keays
Vermont State Police say an incarcerated man at the Southern State Correctional Facility in Springfield died Sunday afternoon. Police said the death does not appear to be suspicious.
Police said they were notified Sunday at about 1:45 p.m. by the Vermont Department of Corrections of the “apparent suicide” of 37-year-old Dennis Mayotte of North Springfield at the prison.
Haley Sommer, a corrections department spokesperson, said she could not provide additional details, including whether Mayotte had a cell by himself or had been placed on any special observation schedule.
“So as not to interfere with any ongoing investigations, we will not be releasing this information at this time,” Sommer stated in an email.
Mayotte had been in custody since his arrest Oct. 26, the release stated. He was arrested by Brattleboro police on charges of first-degree arson, unlawful mischief, reckless endangerment and unlawful trespass, the release added.
State police said Monday the investigation is continuing and referred questions to the corrections department.
A 14-Year-Old’s Murder Arrest Draws Attention to Vermont’s Lack of a Juvenile Facility
By Derek Brouwer
Murder suspects should be locked up while they await trial, Addison County's top prosecutor told a judge last week — even if the alleged killer is 14 years old.
The next morning, however, State's Attorney Eva Vekos had a "change of heart." She no longer objected to allowing Hussein Mohamed to live at his family's Burlington home while his case plays out. The teen is accused of fatally shooting Madden Gouveia, 14, in Bristol while the boys were passing around a stolen handgun on October 30.
Spurring the about-face was a state prison official, Joshua Rutherford, who described, in courtroom testimony, the grim mechanics of detaining a 14-year-old boy in Vermont, where such scenarios are extraordinarily rare. Mohamed would either live with adult inmates, Rutherford explained, or be held in conditions akin to solitary confinement. That's because the state closed its lone secure facility for minors, Woodside Juvenile Rehabilitation Center, in 2020 following claims of child abuse. Without a replacement, the only option is state prison, where federal law prohibits minors from having contact with adults unless a judge deems it "in the interest of justice."
In Mohamed's case, he'd already spent two nights locked up in an adult prison in Rutland, according to his public defender.
Murder suspects should be locked up while they await trial, Addison County's top prosecutor told a judge last week — even if the alleged killer is 14 years old.
The next morning, however, State's Attorney Eva Vekos had a "change of heart." She no longer objected to allowing Hussein Mohamed to live at his family's Burlington home while his case plays out. The teen is accused of fatally shooting Madden Gouveia, 14, in Bristol while the boys were passing around a stolen handgun on October 30.
Spurring the about-face was a state prison official, Joshua Rutherford, who described, in courtroom testimony, the grim mechanics of detaining a 14-year-old boy in Vermont, where such scenarios are extraordinarily rare. Mohamed would either live with adult inmates, Rutherford explained, or be held in conditions akin to solitary confinement. That's because the state closed its lone secure facility for minors, Woodside Juvenile Rehabilitation Center, in 2020 following claims of child abuse. Without a replacement, the only option is state prison, where federal law prohibits minors from having contact with adults unless a judge deems it "in the interest of justice."
In Mohamed's case, he'd already spent two nights locked up in an adult prison in Rutland, according to his public defender.
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John Pogue, a dairy farmer in Wisconsin, feels a little guilty when he sends in a pair of worn-out Darn Tough Vermont socks and receives a voucher for a free brand-new pair. The company's lifetime guarantee is such a good deal that he can't believe there isn't a catch — if not for him, then for the company.
"I feel like I'm abusing this warranty," said Pogue, who keeps four pairs of Darn Tough socks on rotation and has mailed in socks for replacement several times. He's concerned about Darn Tough's survival and wonders, "Is this hurting you guys?"
Pogue has nothing to worry about. With a robust market presence, a devoted customer base and accolades in major publications, Waterbury-based Darn Tough is doing just fine. In fact, it's growing, despite a promise that if the socks develop holes, stop fitting right or fail in some other way, a customer can return them anytime, without a receipt, for replacement. The guarantee covers normal wear and tear, not consumption by a campfire or disappearance due to a dog or a dryer. CEO Ric Cabot receives detailed letters from customers explaining why their socks were burned or, in fact, eaten by dogs and should be replaced.
"That's the kind of engagement any company or any brand wants with the customer," he said.
"All claims made in good faith will be considered," the company pledges on its website, and it stands by that.
Darn Tough’s Unusual Lifetime Guarantee on Socks Is Darn Popular
By Anne Wallace AllenJohn Pogue, a dairy farmer in Wisconsin, feels a little guilty when he sends in a pair of worn-out Darn Tough Vermont socks and receives a voucher for a free brand-new pair. The company's lifetime guarantee is such a good deal that he can't believe there isn't a catch — if not for him, then for the company.
"I feel like I'm abusing this warranty," said Pogue, who keeps four pairs of Darn Tough socks on rotation and has mailed in socks for replacement several times. He's concerned about Darn Tough's survival and wonders, "Is this hurting you guys?"
Pogue has nothing to worry about. With a robust market presence, a devoted customer base and accolades in major publications, Waterbury-based Darn Tough is doing just fine. In fact, it's growing, despite a promise that if the socks develop holes, stop fitting right or fail in some other way, a customer can return them anytime, without a receipt, for replacement. The guarantee covers normal wear and tear, not consumption by a campfire or disappearance due to a dog or a dryer. CEO Ric Cabot receives detailed letters from customers explaining why their socks were burned or, in fact, eaten by dogs and should be replaced.
"That's the kind of engagement any company or any brand wants with the customer," he said.
"All claims made in good faith will be considered," the company pledges on its website, and it stands by that.
Bellows Falls remembers a ‘Rosie the Riveter’
Margaret Tidd, who joined millions of women in the workforce as part of the World War II labor effort, is honored with the rededication of a garden and monument in her memory.By The Commons News
The only registered Rosie the Riveter Memorial Garden in the state now has a more prominent location at Hetty Green Park, where it honors the memory of Margaret Clapper Tidd, a Rosie who lived in Bellows Falls from the time she graduated from high school until her death in 2019.
A brief history and dedication of the Rosie the Riveter Memorial, in its new location at the park on School Street, was given by historian David Deacon on Oct. 14.
The memorial was moved from its original location at Riverfront Park, where it was installed in Tidd’s memory in 2019.
Rosie the Riveter was an allegorical icon symbolizing the women who took over factory and shipyard jobs, construction work, and other positions during World War II, filling the abrupt shortage in the labor market left when the men entered military service.
Town Volunteer Vacancies
The vacancies are as followed (updated Nov. 6, 2023):
Budget Committee (5 Vacancies)
Conservation Commission (2 Vacancies)
Energy Coordinator (1 Vacancy)
Green Up Coordinator (1 Vacancy)
Lister (2 Vacancies)
Parks and Recreation (1 Vacancy)
Veterans Memorial Committee (2 Vacancies)
Zoning Board of Adjustment (2 Vacancies)
Anyone interested in serving should contact the Town manager Brandon Gulnick at 802-674-2626
Select Board
Select Board
FY25 Budget discussion has begun. Follow along in the meeting minutes posted on the Selectboard page of the Town Website.
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.
Selectboard Members and Term as listed on the town websiteMike Todd Chair 2024
August Murray Member 2026
Kelly O'Brien Clerk 2025
Wendy Smith Member 2024
David Fuller Member 2025
Select Board Meets 1st and 3rd Mondays of the Month 6:30 p.m. November 20December 4December 18
Meeting Minutes https://www.weathersfieldvt.org/selectboardSeptember 5 Canceled no explanation givenAugust 21 (published in a Word document)May1 (minutes were not posted within 5 days, a violation of the Open Meeting Law)
FY25 Budget discussion has begun. Follow along in the meeting minutes posted on the Selectboard page of the Town Website.
Select Board Minutes: The minutes can now be found at https://www.weathersfieldvt.org/node/586/minutes
Selectboard Members and Term as listed on the town website
| Mike Todd Chair 2024 August Murray Member 2026 Kelly O'Brien Clerk 2025 Wendy Smith Member 2024 David Fuller Member 2025 |
Select Board Meets 1st and 3rd Mondays of the Month 6:30 p.m.
November 20
December 4
December 18
Meeting Minutes https://www.weathersfieldvt.org/selectboard
September 5 Canceled no explanation given
August 21 (published in a Word document)
May1 (minutes were not posted within 5 days, a violation of the Open Meeting Law)
*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 Police Blotter
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Weathersfield School
November 15th Community Thanksgiving Meal
November 17th P.R.I.D.E. Assembly
November 22nd-24th No School Thanksgiving Holiday
Weathersfield School Winter Sport Registrations are OPEN-Coaches are needed
Indoor Soccer (grades 3/4/5 & 6/7/8) starting November 1st! https://weathersfield-athletics.sportngin.com/register/form/362376011Basketball (K-8) https://weathersfield-athletics.sportngin.com/register/form/985197993
Cheerleading (K-8) https://weathersfield-athletics.sportngin.com/register/form/531435234
Interested in coaching? https://weathersfield-athletics.sportngin.com/register/form/299461426
Meeting Agendas may be found HERENovember 14 AgendaDecember 12 Agenda
Weathersfield School Board meets on TuesdaysIn Person at Weathersfield School (135 Schoolhouse Road, Ascutney)
Location: 135 Schoolhouse RD Ascutney
Location: 135 Schoolhouse RD Ascutney
School Board Meetings MinutesOctober 10September 12
Weathersfield Proctor Library
Route 5 (5181 US-5 Ascutney VT 05030)
Route 5 (5181 US-5 Ascutney VT 05030)
WPL Drop in Scrabble Mondays at 1 p.m.
Please call Maureen Bogosian for details
@ 603-252-0936
Please call Maureen Bogosian for details
@ 603-252-0936
@ 603-252-0936
Calling All Writers!Weathersfield Proctor Library is hosting two writing events with the National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) 2023.Event 2: TGIO Saturday, December 2, 2024
Bring your writing or an excerpt to the library. Read some of your work to an admiring audience, or listen to others read. Celebrate your achievement, large or small. Most importantly, snacks will be provided!
Note: Anyone younger than 18 must have a parent’s or guardian’s permission to set up a NaNoWriMo account online.Any questions please email the library: weathersfieldproctorlibrary@gmail.comor call 802-674-2863
Bring your writing or an excerpt to the library. Read some of your work to an admiring audience, or listen to others read. Celebrate your achievement, large or small. Most importantly, snacks will be provided!
Language-Focused Book Discussion Group at WPL through December 18
Language-Focused Book Discussion Group at WPL through December 18
Weathersfield Historical SocietyFollow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/weathersfieldhistoricalsociety
Weathersfield Historical Society
Weathersfield Garden Club
Weathersfield Garden Club
The Weathersfield Garden Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at The Weathersfield Proctor Library from 6-8 p.m.
No Garden Club Meeting in November or December.
They will reconvene on January 16th at Weathersfield Proctor Library. New members and guests are always welcome. Any questions? please email weathersfieldgardenclub@gmail.com
The Weathersfield Garden Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at The Weathersfield Proctor Library from 6-8 p.m.
No Garden Club Meeting in November or December.
They will reconvene on January 16th at Weathersfield Proctor Library.
New members and guests are always welcome.
Any questions? please email weathersfieldgardenclub@gmail.com
Weathersfield Center Church and Meeting HouseFollow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeathersfieldCenterChurch
Weathersfield Center Church and Meeting House
Follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeathersfieldCenterChurchThings to Do In and Around WeathersfieldGet Outdoors, Entertainment, Classes, Workshops
Star Parties Planned at Hoisington Field
The Southern Vermont Astronomy Group (SoVerA) and the Weathersfield Proctor Library will host Star Parties at Hoisington Field this fall. The parties will be on Fridays when the weather is good and the Moon cooperates (that is, it doesn't shine so brightly that it washes out the sky).
They are posting a list of potential star party dates, so that interested people can pencil them in on their calendars. They will also send out notices closer to the date when it looks like we will have clear skies for an upcoming Friday. All of these dates are weather dependent.
They are planning for this to start with a cookout at Hoisington Field — a Star-B-Q. Grills will be provided. Bring your own food to grill, and a small side to share. If this is a success, we may make it a regular feature of our star parties.
Below is the list of Friday nights with crescent moons or no moon for the rest of the year.
Friday Night Star Party Possibilities:
November 17, Waxing Crescent sets at 9:32 pm
December 1, Waning Gibbous rises at 9:27 pm
December 8, Waning Crescent sets in daylight
December 15, Waxing Crescent sets at 8:27 pm
Lebanon Opera House
The opera house in Lebanon is CLOSED for renovations but the SHOW must go on, LOH On Location is taking the SHOW on the Road.
All shows are at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise stated.
2024
Sasha Velour-The Big Reveal Show, March 4, 2024 TICKETS
The Capitol Fools, March 9, 2024 TICKETS
Red Barat-Festival of Colors, March 16, 2024 TICKETS
The String Queens, April 4, 2024 at 10 a.m. TICKETS (YES-Youth Education Series)
Claremont Opera House
Justin McKinney, November 17, 7:30 p.m. TICKETS
A Seuss-ified Christmas Carol November 30 and Dec 1, 7 p.m. TICKETS
Foreigners Journey, December 2, 8 p.m. TICKETS
Revels North Presents: Midwinter Revels on Tour, December 15, 7 p.m. TICKETS
Yoga
Yoga
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Within Reach Yoga
at the 1879 Schoolhouse in Perkinsville
You must Register for each class at least a day ahead by emailing Lisa.
Tuesday Morning 9-10 AM-Slow Flow, Rest + Restore
November 14, 21, 28
Tuesday Evening-Candle Glow Gentle Flow 5:30-6:30 PM
November 14, 21, 28
Payment: Cash/Check/Venmo @Lisa-Gleeson-6. Sliding scale available - please inquire if needed. Walk-ins can register up to 24 hrs. ahead by emailing Lisa and are available on a first-come, first served basis (classes fill early!).
Please arrive 5-15 minutes early with your own props and mats.
REFRAIN FROM: Wearing ice cleats (into the building), shoes, perfume, or cologne in the practice space. Do not come to class if you are feeling ill.
Follow-Within Reach Yoga facebook page, website
REFRAIN FROM: Wearing ice cleats (into the building), shoes, perfume, or cologne in the practice space. Do not come to class if you are feeling ill.
Follow-Within Reach Yoga facebook page, website
Andy Warhol in Vermont
Hall Art Foundation, Reading VTEnds November 26th
The Hall Art Foundation is pleased to announce an exhibition by famed American artist Andy Warhol to be held in its galleries in Reading, Vermont from 13 May – 26 November 2023.
Cultural icon, celebrity and provocateur, Andy Warhol produced works that are instantly recognizable and have inspired a generation of artists. Seriality and appropriation were signature aspects of Warhol’s painting and sculptural practice.
He often made many different versions of the same subject, perhaps most famously with his iconic multi-part work, Campbell’s Soup Cans (1962) which depicts 32 different versions of a Campbell’s soup can. Shortly after completing these works, Warhol began to make paintings using silk-screens, a process that greatly facilitated his explorations of image multiplicity.
For any given subject, Warhol might use several different source images, producing multiple versions of each picture, sometimes in different sized formats, or sometimes using different color combinations for the silkscreen inks and paints, or sometimes both.
In other cases, he would use the same exact silkscreen and the same color silkscreen inks and paints, allowing the randomness of the screening process itself to introduce variations in tonality and color saturation in the individual paintings.
Total Solar Eclipse April 8, 2024
April 8, 2024Vermont’s location within the path of totality makes it an ideal place to take in the wonder and spectacle of this natural event.
Time to start planning, sign up for solar eclipse updates by email.
Road rules were changed to allow for the minutes of darkness and bulletins advised drivers to pull over and turn off headlights so as to preserve the natural phenomenon.
Volunteers in Action (ViA) is seeking volunteers
Volunteers in Action (ViA), a neighbor helping neighbor organization, is seeking immediate volunteer support for two Meals on Wheels routes in Windsor. Details:
Melanie P. Sheehan, MPH
Director of Community Health
Volunteers in Action (ViA), a neighbor helping neighbor organization, is seeking immediate volunteer support for two Meals on Wheels routes in Windsor. Details:
- Open shifts available Monday through Friday, help when you have time
- Roughly 2-hour commitment (10am – Noon) on volunteer days
- Individual training available upon sign-up
- Minimal driving, low mileage routes.
- There are additional needs in Weathersfield as well, if people are interested.
Melanie P. Sheehan, MPH
Director of Community Health
Vermont Online Workshops
Lots of events and movies online. Contact: AARP Vermont Email: vtaarp@aarp.org with questions.
Visit Our Local Restaurants
Dinner 5:00pm - 9:00pm Sunday Hours 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday through Sunday (Closed Monday and Tuesday)Daily Grind Café Call ahead for take out (802) 674-9859
93 Pleasant St. Claremont, NH (in the space formerly occupied by Dusty’s Café)
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 7 a.m.-3 p.m.
Inn at Weathersfield (802) 263-9217 Daily Grind Café
Call ahead for take out (802) 674-985993 Pleasant St. Claremont, NH (in the space formerly occupied by Dusty’s Café)
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 7 a.m.-3 p.m.
Dine inside or outside Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, call for a reservation 802-263-9217. 1342 VT Route 106 Perkinsville, VT 05151
12 Clinton Street, Springfield, VT Open for breakfast and lunch, daily except Sundays.
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
4261 Route 106 in Perkinsville, Downers Four Corners to the locals.
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
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-(802) 795-0063 CLOSED for the Season
Tuesdays-Sundays 11:30 a.m. until 9 p.m. (they stop cooking at 7:30 p.m.) 4261 Route 106 in Perkinsville, Downers Four Corners to the locals.
Unicorn Sundae at Villagers Rtes. 131 and 106, Downers Four Corners, in Perkinsville
Food Assistance
Weathersfield Food Shelf in Perkinsville.
The food shelf is open 2:00 pm-4:00 pm on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month. 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.
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.
The food shelf is open 2:00 pm-4:00 pm on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month.
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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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.
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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.
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