Weathersfield Weekly Blog, October 7 edition
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Vermont's General Election Info
VT Digger has launched its 2024 General Election Guide ahead of the Nov. 5 general election. Their guide includes:
Instructions on how to register and vote — early, by mail or in person on Election DayCandidate profiles featuring biographical information, responses to survey questions about the issues facing Vermonters and individual financial disclosuresVoter tools translated in 14 of the most commonly spoken languages in Vermont, plus American Sign Language.Pages highlighting the different county, statewide and federal racesA database of campaign finance information for statewide candidatesAn explainer on who does what in Vermont state governmentA roundup of VT Digger’s latest 2024 election coveragePlus: reminders of important dates, help finding your polling place, and Senate and House district-lookup tools Read more
Early voting is available from when ballots are available through Nov. 4.
All currently registered voters will automatically be sent ballots in the mail, you should have received yours by now.
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Congratulations Ashley!
Congratulations Ashley!
Ashley Hensel-Browning ran 50 Miles last weekend!
She participated in the Vermont 50 Mountain Bike or Ultra Run held at Ascutney Outdoors on September 29th. She finished with a time of 09:01:56 and placed third in the
women’s division.
All the race results may be viewed on the Granite State Race Services page.
Concerts and Adventures
It was another crazy photography week for me. Lots of concerts and events.
It all started with Blues Traveler at Lebanon Opera House in Lebanon, NH on Friday night.
The band may be a little bit older, but they sure sound
exactly the same!More photos: CLICK HERE
It was another crazy photography week for me. Lots of concerts and events.
It all started with Blues Traveler at Lebanon Opera House in Lebanon, NH on Friday night.
The band may be a little bit older, but they sure sound
exactly the same!
More photos: CLICK HERE
That bled into the Lebanon Opera House’s "Swingin’ Centennial Soiree" on Saturday night.
It was a 1920s themed party complete with a "red carpet" walk.
The Upper Valley STARS were definitely out on Saturday night.More photos: CLICK HERE
In between shows, I helped out at the Vermont 50, then
jumped back into a concert Monday night at Billsville House Concerts, our
favorite Vermont Listening venue in Manchester, VT.
We were introduced to a band from Sweden, and they were
amazing. Jesper Lindell and his band were off the charts good.
More photos: CLICK HERE
Then it was back to Lebanon, NH for the Colburn Park 100th
Birthday Party for Lebanon Opera House this past Saturday.
There were lawn games, CAKE!, face painting, music for the young and young at heart by Mr. Aaron. Then some Bluegrass from The Jacob Jolliff Band.
Then it was back to Lebanon, NH for the Colburn Park 100th
Birthday Party for Lebanon Opera House this past Saturday.
More photos: CLICK HERE
Saturday ended with a stellar performance of “Ghost Light” performed
by Machine de Cirque at the Lebanon Opera House. It was show like no other that
I’ve ever seen.
More photos: CLICK HERE
Saturday ended with a stellar performance of “Ghost Light” performed
by Machine de Cirque at the Lebanon Opera House. It was show like no other that
I’ve ever seen.
The weekend wound down on Sunday with the cool tunes by The Doo Wop Project
at Lebanon Opera House.
More photos: CLICK HERE
I’m a little beat up after all this entertainment photography, so I’ll be
taking a couple of weeks off from social media but I’ll be back on October 28th!
All my concerts and adventures listings can be viewed using this link: NEW GALLERIES
I’m a little beat up after all this entertainment photography, so I’ll be
taking a couple of weeks off from social media but I’ll be back on October 28th!
Upcoming Events
Mark Your Calendars
Wellwood Orchard Car Show October 12, 10 AM-2 PM
Trophies awarded for the Best in each category. The 5 Categories are: Classic, Truck, Hot Rod, Rat Rod and Motorcycle. Spectators are FREE. Vehicle Entrant fee is $20 (Rain date is Oct 13)
Food, DJ, petting zoo, country store and their Famous Apple Cider Donuts.
Call Walter Hodge @ 603-209-2940 for details on how to enter.
The world famous Hartland UU Church turkey suppers are happening again!
Saturdays, Oct. 12 and 19
*Homemade *turkey suppers include roast turkey, gravy, stuffing, cranberry
sauce, mashed potato, squash, cole slaw, a roll and gingerbread
$16.00 per meal.
The meals will be *take-out only.*
There will be no inside dining.
There will be no inside dining.
*All meals must be pre-ordered at www.hartlanduu.org
<http://www.hartlanduu.org/>*
Please choose a day and pick-up time between 4:30 pm and 6:00 pm
Cash or check (made out to FUSH) at pick-up
(no credit cards please)
If no internet, call 802 738-0102
When: Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 9:00 a.m. with FCC test session at 2:00 p.m.
In preparation for this two-day training class there is some recommended study material and guides: The two-day class is designed to prepare you for the FCC 35 question exam, Basic Amateur Radio operating procedures and protocols.
*American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Study Material
ARRL’s Tech Q&A 6th Edition
W5YI Gordon West Study Material
Google Phone Technician Class Ham Radio Exam study app
Ham Test on line
Ham Study
Technician Class (Element 2) Question pool with answers
The following are REQUIRED for the exam: One photo ID and FCC FRN Number*
Valid Email Address (for FCC FRN)
Test fee of $15 – Cash or personal check (ARRL-VEC )- No credit cards accepted.
Prior to taking the exam each person MUST register with the FCC to receive an FRN in CORES (Comission Registration System).
ARRL’s Tech Q&A 6th Edition
W5YI Gordon West Study Material
Google Phone Technician Class Ham Radio Exam study app
Ham Test on line
Ham Study
Technician Class (Element 2) Question pool with answers
The following are REQUIRED for the exam: One photo ID and FCC FRN Number*
Valid Email Address (for FCC FRN)
Test fee of $15 – Cash or personal check (ARRL-VEC )- No credit cards accepted.
Prior to taking the exam each person MUST register with the FCC to receive an FRN in CORES (Comission Registration System).
Register and obtain your FRN here: https://www.fcc.gov/new-users-guide-getting-started-universal-licensing-system-uls
(Please do this well in advance to the course! You will not be able take your exam without having your FRN Number! Please bring your FRN number to the Exam Session. After passing your exam you will be required to pay the FCC $35.00 to receive your license.)
Please reach out should you have any questions: electronics@claremontmakerspace.org
About the Instructor(s): Rob Mather (N1XSS) was first licensed in June of 1996. He is with the American Red Cross as a member of the local Disaster Action Team and has held various roles with the chapter including board member and vice chair for the Green Mountain Chapter American Red Cross. Most of his radio activities today revolve around public service. He is the communications coordinator for the Vermont 100 and Vermont 50 endurance races. These events are fund raisers for Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sport. The Vermont 100 is a 100-mile running race the covers some of New England’s most beautiful scenery lasting 30 hours. This event requires 30 hours of a net control station and over 50 volunteer radio operators.
Class Fees: There is no charge for the class however there is a $15.00 fee for the exam that will be collected by the VEs before the exam. (Cash or personal check only. No credit cards accepted.)
ARRL Youth Licensing Grant Program Information
The ARRL Youth Licensing Grant Program, in effect since April 19, 2022, covers the one-time $35 application fee for new license candidates younger than 18-years old for tests administered under the ARRL Volunteer Examiner Coordinator (ARRL VEC) program.
The $35 FCC application fee will be reimbursed after the ARRL VEC receives the completed reimbursement form and the new license has been issued by the FCC. The reimbursement check will be mailed to the fee payer.
Additionally, candidates younger than 18-years old would pay a reduced exam session fee of $5 to the ARRL VEC VE team at the time of the exam. The $5 fee is for all candidates under the age of 18 regardless of the exam level taken. Proof of under 18 status is required at the session (what to bring to an exam session).
The Youth Licensing Grant Program is sponsored by ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio®.
Age requirement: None Register for this class now!
Rob Mather
N1XSS C- 802-591-7277
Weathersfield Proctor Library is hosting their Annual Trunk or Treat Saturday, October 26, 3:30-5 PM
Please reach out should you have any questions: electronics@claremontmakerspace.org
About the Instructor(s): Rob Mather (N1XSS) was first licensed in June of 1996. He is with the American Red Cross as a member of the local Disaster Action Team and has held various roles with the chapter including board member and vice chair for the Green Mountain Chapter American Red Cross. Most of his radio activities today revolve around public service. He is the communications coordinator for the Vermont 100 and Vermont 50 endurance races. These events are fund raisers for Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sport. The Vermont 100 is a 100-mile running race the covers some of New England’s most beautiful scenery lasting 30 hours. This event requires 30 hours of a net control station and over 50 volunteer radio operators.
Class Fees: There is no charge for the class however there is a $15.00 fee for the exam that will be collected by the VEs before the exam. (Cash or personal check only. No credit cards accepted.)
ARRL Youth Licensing Grant Program Information
The ARRL Youth Licensing Grant Program, in effect since April 19, 2022, covers the one-time $35 application fee for new license candidates younger than 18-years old for tests administered under the ARRL Volunteer Examiner Coordinator (ARRL VEC) program.
The $35 FCC application fee will be reimbursed after the ARRL VEC receives the completed reimbursement form and the new license has been issued by the FCC. The reimbursement check will be mailed to the fee payer.
Additionally, candidates younger than 18-years old would pay a reduced exam session fee of $5 to the ARRL VEC VE team at the time of the exam. The $5 fee is for all candidates under the age of 18 regardless of the exam level taken. Proof of under 18 status is required at the session (what to bring to an exam session).
The Youth Licensing Grant Program is sponsored by ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio®.
Age requirement: None Register for this class now!
Rob Mather
N1XSS C- 802-591-7277
Weathersfield Proctor Library is hosting their Annual Trunk or Treat Saturday, October 26, 3:30-5 PM
Community Contra Dance October 26at the Weathersfield Center Meetinghouse
Community Contra Dance & Social in the Weathersfield Center Historic District
Doors open at 6:30
Dancing 7–9
Social hour (Potluck snacks) 9–10
Saturday, October 26 (with caller Sarah van Norstrand)
A fun event! No special clothing, footwear, or experience required. You’re welcome to dance, listen, sit or chat and enjoy that cold beverage you brought along.
The callers teach and guide everyone through the dances. Wonderful live music provided by Naomi Morse, fiddle & Amy Engelsberg, piano, and Emmet McGowan, drums.
Contra Dancing is a traditional New England folk dance style in which couples dance in two facing lines, following the instructions of a caller.
ALL ARE WELCOME ~~~ ALL DANCES WILL BE TAUGHT
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, Families: $20
Weathersfield Center Meetinghouse, 2579 Weathersfield Center Road, Weathersfield, VT
Parking in the field across the road.
Doors open at 6:30
Dancing 7–9
Social hour (Potluck snacks) 9–10
Saturday, October 26 (with caller Sarah van Norstrand)
A fun event! No special clothing, footwear, or experience required. You’re welcome to dance, listen, sit or chat and enjoy that cold beverage you brought along.
The callers teach and guide everyone through the dances. Wonderful live music provided by Naomi Morse, fiddle & Amy Engelsberg, piano, and Emmet McGowan, drums.
Contra Dancing is a traditional New England folk dance style in which couples dance in two facing lines, following the instructions of a caller.
ALL ARE WELCOME ~~~ ALL DANCES WILL BE TAUGHT
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, Families: $20
Adults: $10, Children: $5, Families: $20
Weathersfield Center Meetinghouse, 2579 Weathersfield Center Road, Weathersfield, VT
Parking in the field across the road.
Parking in the field across the road.
News You Can Use
ICYMI (In case You Missed It)
Town/School/Regional News
New Foliage Forecasting Map Launched
The Vermont Department of Tourism has launched a new Foliage Forecaster Map
According to their website "This map’s animation is a good approximation of how Vermont’s fall foliage typically unfolds over the course of a handful of weeks between mid-September and late October. Toggle between weeks at the bottom of the map to see how foliage progresses throughout the state, from the early stage through mid, peak, and late foliage."
Travel Planning Info: CLICK HERE
The cost per punch increased by $0.75 on September 1, 2024. Five (5) Punch-Cards will be $25 and Ten (10) Punch-Cards will be $50. The Transfer Station is an Enterprise Fund that needs to break even on its expenses at the end of each fiscal year. In other words, the fees collected need to cover the cost of operating the facility. The fees that are currently being collected do not cover the cost of operating the facility. If we don't address the ongoing revenue shortfall on September 1, 2024, we will continue to accumulate a deficit at the Transfer Station. Per our last audit, the Transfer Station has a cumulative deficit of ($89,905). This deficit grew larger during fiscal year 2024. We will be continuing to monitor the shortfall carefully and will make changes accordingly to continue to provide a facility for the residents of Reading, Weathersfield, and West Windsor to dispose of Solid Waste, C & D, and Recycling.We continue to value the Transfer Station and our partnership between Reading, Weathersfield, and West Windsor. We always welcome feedback on our operations. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.
Many of the legislators who signed the letter to Gov. Phil Scott voted for the law that set the motel exodus in motion.
by Carly Berlin
This story, by Report for America corps member Carly Berlin, was produced through a partnership between VTDigger and Vermont Public.
Nearly 100 Vermont legislators and Lt. Gov. David Zuckerman are now calling for Gov. Phil Scott to intervene on a mass wave of evictions currently underway from the state’s motel voucher program for people experiencing homelessness.
“These are the most vulnerable people, and there’s nowhere for them to go unless we do something,” said Sen. Tanya Vyhovsky, P/D-Chittenden Central, in an interview Tuesday.
Vyhovsky was one of 91 lawmakers who signed onto a letter Tuesday demanding action from the Republican governor. Specifically, the group of Democratic, Progressive and independent legislators have called on Scott to immediately stand up emergency shelters and ensure the hundreds of people exiting motels and hotels know of their existence and have transportation to get to them. They also called on Scott to declare a state of emergency to unlock additional spending power, echoing an earlier call from advocates and service providers.
Vyhovsky stressed that emergency shelters should be “non-congregate,” giving those exiting the motels – including families with kids and people with complex disabilities – ample space and privacy. That would be a stark change from the last time the state set up temporary shelters, during a prior round of evictions from the motel program in March, with cots lined up in large open rooms. But, like that time, Vyhovsky suggested state buildings should be looked at as options, and added that municipalities should be consulted on possible vacant or unused structures.
READ MORE
by Kevin O'Connor
As Vermont’s Roman Catholic Diocese prepares for the first court hearing on its request for bankruptcy protection, the state’s largest religious denomination has yet to address its parishioners about the potential impact.
“The diocese intends to continue its business while it restructures its debts,” Bishop John McDermott wrote in an affidavit filed Monday in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Burlington.
But neither McDermott nor any other church official has yet to publicly elaborate to the state’s reported 100,000 Catholics, even as their lawyers from the Minnesota firm of Fredrikson & Byron are set to appear at a hearing Thursday.
The diocese’s request for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, sparked by continuing lawsuits alleging past child abuse by priests, would affect only the state administrative office and not the separately funded local entities it oversees, including 63 parishes, 12 schools, three residential care homes and Vermont Catholic Charities.
At least 10 attorneys are representing the more than 30 plaintiffs with unresolved misconduct claims that are now on hold.
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Endangered Canada lynx sightings continue in western Vermont
“We’ve had 15 confirmed lynx sightings since August,” said a biologist with the Fish and Wildlife Department in a press release Friday. All signs point to the sightings being of the same animal, a young male lynx, she said.
by Klara Bauters
The rare Canada lynx has been spotted again in Vermont. And again, and again.
Biologists from the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department said they’ve received multiple photos and videos of what they believe is the same cat spotted in southern Vermont earlier this summer.
“We’ve had 15 confirmed lynx sightings since August and signs point to these all being the same dispersing juvenile male,” said Brehan Furfey, a wildlife biologist with the department, in a press release Friday.
The lynx was first reported in August, spotted walking along a road in Rutland County. It marked the first reported sighting in the state in six years.
The cat has now traveled about 60 miles north into Addison County, according to the department.
READ MORE
Weathersfield Town Information
Weathersfield Town Information
Town Volunteer Vacancies
The Town of Weathersfield is seeking volunteers to appoint to various available positions. The application can be found at this link.
Alternatively, you can contact Susanne Terrill at weathersfield@weathersfield.org to obtain a copy via email, or stop by the Town Office at 5259 US Route 5, Ascutney, VT 05030 to obtain a paper copy.
The following positions are vacant:
Board of Listers (2 Vacancies)
The following positions are vacant:
Board of Listers (2 Vacancies)
Conservation Commission (1 Vacancy)
Energy Coordinator (1 Vacancy)
Fire Warden (1 Vacancy)
Veterans Memorial Committee (2 Vacancies)
Zoning Board of Adjustment (1 Vacancy)
Select Board
Select Board
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 websiteChair
2027
Vice Chair
2026
Clerk
2027
Member
2026
Member
2025
Select Board Meets: October 28November 12November 25December 9December 23
Meeting Minutes https://www.weathersfieldvt.org/selectboardAugust 15 Site Exam MinutesApril 11 Emergency MeetingMarch 18 public hearingTown Meeting March 2
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 website
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Select Board Meets:
October 28
November 12
November 25
December 9
December 23
Meeting Minutes https://www.weathersfieldvt.org/selectboard
August 15 Site Exam Minutes
April 11 Emergency Meeting
March 18 public hearing
Town Meeting March 2
*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
Follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeathersfieldPoliceVT
Weathersfield School
Save the Dates
October 7th-11th Bike Trailer
October 8th Picture Day
October 11th Early Release day for all students
October 14th Indigenous Peoples' Day No School
October 16th Service Day
October 17th Title 1 Night
October 25th Panther Pride Assembly
October 25th Harvest Dance 6-8 pm for Grades 6-8th
October 28th-October 31st Red Ribbon Week
October 7th-11th Bike Trailer
October 8th Picture Day
October 11th Early Release day for all students
October 14th Indigenous Peoples' Day No School
October 16th Service Day
October 17th Title 1 Night
October 25th Panther Pride Assembly
October 25th Harvest Dance 6-8 pm for Grades 6-8th
October 28th-October 31st Red Ribbon Week
November 1st No School for Students Professional Development Day for Staff
Weekly Newsletter: October 4
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 Agendas and MinutesSeptember 10August 27 Special Meeting
Windsor Southeast Supervisory Union
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
Trunk or Treat
Trunk or Treat
The 8th Annual Trunk or Treat hosted by the Weathersfield Proctor Library will be held on Saturday, October 26 from 3:30-5 p.m. at Hoisington Field in Perkinsville.
The library is accepting applications for vehicles to be part of this year's Trunk or Treat event. Anyone who would like to host a trunk can email or call the library and Glenna, the Youth Services Librarian, she will send out a google form or take information about it over the phone. Call (802) 674-2863 or email Youthlibrarianwpl@gmail.com
The 8th Annual Trunk or Treat hosted by the Weathersfield Proctor Library will be held on Saturday, October 26 from 3:30-5 p.m. at Hoisington Field in Perkinsville.
The library is accepting applications for vehicles to be part of this year's Trunk or Treat event. Anyone who would like to host a trunk can email or call the library and Glenna, the Youth Services Librarian, she will send out a google form or take information about it over the phone. Call (802) 674-2863 or email Youthlibrarianwpl@gmail.com
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. New members and guests are always welcome. Any questions? please email weathersfieldgardenclub@gmail.com
The Weathersfield Garden Club is embarking on a 100% compostable holiday wreath.
Season is over - toss it in the woods, where it will compost.
$50 each, limited supply. Proceeds benefit Weathersfield Garden Club's initiative to bring beauty to Weathersfield's public spaces and build a strong and sustainable community, one garden at a time!To reserve please email weathersfieldgardenclub@gmail.com or we can be reached on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/WGCVT
The Weathersfield Garden Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at The Weathersfield Proctor Library from 6-8 p.m. New members and guests are always welcome. Any questions? please email weathersfieldgardenclub@gmail.com
The Weathersfield Garden Club is embarking on a 100% compostable holiday wreath.
Season is over - toss it in the woods, where it will compost.
$50 each, limited supply. Proceeds benefit Weathersfield Garden Club's initiative to bring beauty to Weathersfield's public spaces and build a strong and sustainable community, one garden at a time!
To reserve please email weathersfieldgardenclub@gmail.com or we can be reached on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/WGCVT
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/WeathersfieldCenterChurchWeathersfield Parks and RecreationFollow them on their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550836741096
Things to Do In and Around WeathersfieldGet Outdoors, Entertainment, Classes, Workshops
Community Contra Dances
Oct. 26, and Nov. 29at the Weathersfield Center Meetinghouse
Oct. 26, and Nov. 29
Community Contra Dance & Social in the Weathersfield Center Historic District
Doors open at 6:30
Dancing 7–9
Social hour (Potluck snacks) 9–10
Fall Series:
Saturday, October 26 (with caller Sarah van Norstrand)
Friday, November 29 (with caller Dudley Laufman)
A fun event! No special clothing, footwear, or experience required. You’re welcome to dance, listen, sit or chat and enjoy that cold beverage you brought along.
The callers teach and guide everyone through the dances. Wonderful live music provided by Naomi Morse, fiddle & Amy Engelsberg, piano, and Emmet McGowan, drums.
Contra Dancing is a traditional New England folk dance style in which couples dance in two facing lines, following the instructions of a caller.
ALL ARE WELCOME ~~~ ALL DANCES WILL BE TAUGHT
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, Families: $20
Weathersfield Center Meetinghouse, 2579 Weathersfield Center Road, Weathersfield, VT
Parking in the field across the road.
Doors open at 6:30
Dancing 7–9
Social hour (Potluck snacks) 9–10
Fall Series:
Saturday, October 26 (with caller Sarah van Norstrand)
Friday, November 29 (with caller Dudley Laufman)
Saturday, October 26 (with caller Sarah van Norstrand)
Friday, November 29 (with caller Dudley Laufman)
A fun event! No special clothing, footwear, or experience required. You’re welcome to dance, listen, sit or chat and enjoy that cold beverage you brought along.
The callers teach and guide everyone through the dances. Wonderful live music provided by Naomi Morse, fiddle & Amy Engelsberg, piano, and Emmet McGowan, drums.
Contra Dancing is a traditional New England folk dance style in which couples dance in two facing lines, following the instructions of a caller.
ALL ARE WELCOME ~~~ ALL DANCES WILL BE TAUGHT
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, Families: $20
Adults: $10, Children: $5, Families: $20
Weathersfield Center Meetinghouse, 2579 Weathersfield Center Road, Weathersfield, VT
Parking in the field across the road.
Parking in the field across the road.
Arts, Entertainment, and Health
Lebanon Opera House
All shows are at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise stated.
Ira Glass, October 12 TICKETS
Sheng Wang, Comedy October 18 TICKETS
Pink Martini, October 20 TICKETS
Joshua Redman Group, November 7 TICKETS
Magic Rocks! Illusionist Leon Etienne, November 9 TICKETS
Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives, November 15 TICKETS
World Ballet Company: Swan Lake, November 22, 7 PM TICKETS
The Machine, November 23 TICKETS
San Jose Taiko, Youth Education Series, March 31 10 AM REGISTER
TheaterWorksUSA: Ada Twist, Scientist and Friends, Youth Education Series, May 19 10 AM REGISTER
Jesse Agan -The Music of Queen RESCHEDULED to: 10/26/24 TICKETS
By-Donation Community Class: Monday 9/16 from 5-6pm
Tues. Mornings
Tues. Evening ~Register Now~
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
Local trails to explore: CLICK HERE
The Copper Fox 56 Main St., Ste. 1 Springfield, VT 05156 (802) 885-1031
Inn at Weathersfield (802) 263-9217
Maybelline's (802) 591-4311
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.
Yoga
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*Everyone registered for a full month series at the Meetinghouse
will be entered into the raffle for a branded shirt
will be entered into the raffle for a branded shirt
You must Register for each class by emailing Lisa.
By-Donation Community Class: Monday 9/16 from 5-6pm
Space is limited. Email Lisa
Tues. Mornings
October 8, 15, 22, 29 at 9-10am ~REGISTER NOW~
Tues. Evening ~Register Now~
October 5:30-6:30 PM
Class Fee: Buy the whole morning or evening session for $48 to guarantee your spot for the month. Or, drop in (space available and registration required) for $15 per class.
Please arrive to class between 5-10 minutes early. Earlier than that, and you may find the door locked while Lisa is prepping our space.
Please arrive to class between 5-10 minutes early. Earlier than that, and you may find the door locked while Lisa is prepping our space.
If you've prepaid for a spot but can't make it, please let Lisa know since someone may be on the waitlist.
And if you want to try to switch from the morning to evening class or vice versa, please ask Lisa if there's room so she can try to accommodate you.
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
Hikes
Local trails to explore: CLICK HERE
Also Hiking Close to Home: CLICK HERE
Workshops Online
Vermont Online Workshops
Lots of events and movies online. Contact: AARP Vermont Email: vtaarp@aarp.org with questions.
UPCOMING EVENTS FROM AARP VERMONT:
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3/28, Virtual - Elevate Your Google Calendar Skills
Events for Perkinsville/Weathersfield (online) https://local.aarp.org/perkinsville-vt/aarp-events/
Click the event title for more information and to register.
3/28, Virtual - Elevate Your Google Calendar Skills
Events for Perkinsville/Weathersfield (online) https://local.aarp.org/perkinsville-vt/aarp-events/
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.
Exit Ate
Route 131 in Ascutney
Monday-Saturday 6 a.m.-2 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.
Route 131 in Ascutney
Monday-Saturday 6 a.m.-2 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.
Sundaez-CLOSED Monday and Tuesday; Open Wed. & Thurs 3-7 p.m.; Fri, Sat Sun noon-7 p.m.
West Pleasant St Claremont, NH 03743 and have winter hours:
4261 Route 106 in Perkinsville, Downers Four Corners to the locals.
Springfield Diner-seating inside/outside daily 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Ice cream shop open Thursday-Sunday 1-7 pm. Daily specials.
West Pleasant St Claremont, NH 03743 and have winter hours:
Villagers Ice Cream Restaurant-(802) 795-0063 CLOSED FOR THE SEASON
Tuesdays-Sundays 11:30 a.m. until 8 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.
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.
or visit: www.photosbynanci.com
Have an Event/Announcement
you want Advertised?
Want 200+ people in Town
to know about Your Event?
you want Advertised?
Want 200+ people in Town
to know about Your Event?
Drop me an Email (at least two (2) weeks before)
and you'll get your Event Listed Here.