Weathersfield Weekly Blog, February 24, 2025 edition
Weathersfield Center Meeting House
Upcoming Events, Mark Your Calendars
Annual School and Town Meetings Preview
- Town Report: Digital copy CLICK HERE
- Saturday, March 1 10AM-12PM Weathersfield School District Annual at the school
- Saturday, March 1 at 12:30 PM Annual Town Meeting on at the school
- Tuesday, March 4, 8 AM-7 PM Ballot Voting will take place at Martin Memorial Hall
On February 10th I emailed the candidates running for Select Board and School Director the following questions. They were asked to respond before February 20th at 7 PM.
1. Who am I?
2. Why am I running for select board/school director?
3. How long have you lived in town?
4. How will your life experience help you as a Select board member/School Director?
5. Why should you vote for me?
Candidates who were sent Questionnaires and their responses:
TOWN
Select Board 3yr--deForest Bearse
1. Who am I?
I am a recent retiree of 30 years of public service in multiple towns, cities and states. Being a political candidate is an entirely new role for me. But what I am not new to is public service. I have worked in local government in various capacities both paid and unpaid for most of my working life, including:
• Weathersfield Zoning/Land Use Administrator (12 years)
• Ancient Roads Committee (3 years)
• City of Claremont, NH:
• Boards & Commissions Coordinator (8 years)
• City Planner (2 1⁄2 years)
• Weathersfield Historical Society (Curator)
• Veterans Memorial Committee (20 years)
• 1879 Perkinsville Schoolhouse Committee (10 years)
• Weathersfield Food Shelf (Co-founder)
• President Ascutneyville Cemetery Association Board of Directors
In 1989 I married a dairy farmer from Springfield and learned how to milk
cows, drive a tractor, and live on the milk check. I am happy to say we just
celebrated our 36th wedding anniversary.
2. What Position in Town am I a candidate for?
I am running for a 3-year seat on the Selectboard.
3. Why am I running for select board/school director?
I have worked in local government in various capacities both paid and unpaid for most of my working life. I am seeking a seat at the table to put that experience to good use for the benefit of our town. I believe the town is in great shape – we have money in the bank, our roads are in great shape, our fire departments are coming together, and our tax rate has remained as stable as can be possible for the past ten years.
I seek to continue the good works of the board by:
• keeping the budget as lean as possible without sacrificing services,
• focusing on long-range financial planning,
• supporting our department heads and employees by providing them
with a livable wage,
• continue the work of bringing the fire departments together, and
• implementing our town plan.
I support local agriculture and reasonable land use laws.
4. How long have you lived in town?
I have lived full time in Weathersfield since 1985 in a house that has been in my family since 1870. My great, great grandparents, Roland and Hermione Burt, lived here in the summers, when Roland worked as a stonecutter in the Tyler Quarry on Mt. Ascutney. (He could walk to the quarry from this
house.) In the winters, they lived in Claremont, where Hermione worked as a weaver in the Monadnock Mills. Prior to 1985, I spent summers here in this house going back to 1958. My first job upon taking up full-time residency here was as the zoning administrator for both Weathersfield and Windsor.
5. How will your life experience help you as a Select board member/School
Director?
I am passionate about local government. To me it is democracy in its truest form. It works best when its participants believe in it and strive to uphold its ideals. My life experience has taught me how to work hard, listen well, be organized, be resourceful, and research what I need to know to make informed decisions. In my 30+ years of residency in Weathersfield I have come to know and work with so many of its residents. I have had a front-row seat at literally hundreds of public board meetings across three states. I know the laws, the people, and the ideals of local government and believe in them all. And above all, I have been and remain dedicated to this community.
6. Why should you vote for me?
I have the experience and knowledge to do the job honestly, fairly, and with dedication. I have no hidden agenda and no ax to grind. I quite simply am offering to put my knowledge and experience to use for the continued benefit and well-being of our town.
Select Board 2yr--Kelly O'Brien-no responses submitted
SCHOOL
School Director 3yr--AnneMarie Redmond-no responses submitted
School Director 1yr--Megan Waite
School Director 1 yr--John Arrison
My name is John Arrison I am a native Vermonter and have lived in Weathersfield since 1986.
I am a candidate for Weathersfield school board. I have served on the Weathersfield select board for 16 years and served as your Vermont house representative for 4 years.
While in the house I served on the education committee and also the corrections and institution committee.
My experience in Montpelier will be an important asset to our school board and the supervisory union. Many changes are being proposed and it is important to have strong representation and leadership.
I would appreciate your support and vote on March 4th.
Candidates that were not sent Questionnaires:
TOWN
Moderator--Sean Whalen
Trustee of Public Funds--Roderick Bates
Cemetery Commissioner--Julia Lloyd-Wright
Library Trustee--Roderick Bates
Open positions
Lister 3yr
Lister 3yr (1 yr remaining)
SCHOOL
Moderator--Sean Whalen
AARP offers free tax preparation-Spread the Word until April 11-Appointments are Required
Weathersfield artist wins gold medal
New app provides real-time flood alerts
Bethel Company first consumer product, RiverAware, allows users to track water levels, receive personalized flood alerts and share real-time data.
by White River Valley Herald
This story by Tim Calabro was first published in The Herald on Feb. 13
When Tropical Storm Irene tore through Vermont in 2011, Stephen Farrington found himself stranded. The floodwaters had transformed his Stockbridge neighborhood into an island, washing out roads, destroying homes and isolating entire communities.
Fourteen years later, Farrington and his Bethel-based company, Transcend Engineering, have launched RiverAware, a mobile app designed to provide real-time river monitoring and flood alerts. By simplifying complex government data and making it accessible to everyday users, the app aims to help people prepare for rising waters — before it’s too late.
RiverAware, now available on the Apple App Store, allows users to track water levels from U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) stream gauges, receive personalized flood alerts, and share real-time data with others. The app’s development was driven by a belief that existing flood monitoring tools are difficult to use and that climate change is increasing the need for reliable, accessible water data.
“We built RiverAware because, in an emergency, people shouldn’t have to spend time deciphering complicated government websites,” said Emily Ellert, Transcend Engineering’s digital strategies manager. “They need clear, immediate information.”
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Shockwaves at Vermont’s USDA research unit as half the team is laid off
At least nine employees have been fired so far, including six scientists, stripping the team of years of institutional knowledge focused on building a more sustainable agricultural future.
by Klara Bauters
On Thursday evening, Caitlin Morgan, a food systems scientist, picked up a call from her boss at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service at the University of Vermont. He told her that everyone who was still within their probationary period should brace for an imminent termination letter.
Less than 24 hours later, Morgan’s arrived — effective immediately.
“It’s been super chaotic and traumatizing for those of us who’ve been working in the government, but it hasn’t hit the general populace the same way yet,” Morgan said. “There’s going to be ripple effects from what’s happening to us, and there’s probably going to be iterations on that for other people.”
Morgan was part of a 17-member team of researchers and scientists dedicated to studying food systems and agricultural sustainability in the state. Their work included research on flood resilience and the transition of agricultural land following the decline of dairy farms.
According to multiple employees, at least nine employees have been fired so far, including six scientists, stripping the team of years of institutional knowledge focused on building a more sustainable agricultural future. Despite being terminated for “poor performance,” all employees had spent years training for the role and received “fully satisfactory” ratings in their quarterly reviews, Morgan said.
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Gov. Phil Scott’s plan to cut free school meals for all gets bipartisan pushback
“I find myself asking, how is this program even up for debate?” said one lawmaker. Even the state’s top school nutrition leader doesn’t recommend it, according to an Agency of Education internal memo.
by Ethan Weinstein
One moment helps crystallize for Harley Sterling the importance of providing free school meals.
Now the school nutrition director for the Windham Northeast Supervisory Union, Sterling remembered one morning when Vermont still used a needs-based meal system, rather than giving every student free food.
Sterling had prepared a buttermilk pancake breakfast and watched a student make a packed plate piled with pancakes and fruit.
Suddenly, the student “turned white as a ghost,” Sterling recalled, and said, “I just remembered I’m not supposed to get this because my mom started working.” According to Sterling, the student left their full plate on the counter and took off without eating breakfast, because he no longer qualified for free meals.
For Scott Fay, director of food services in the Essex Westford School District, the proof is in the cultural shift he’s seen since the universal school meals program began during the Covid-19 pandemic. There are simply more students eating breakfast and lunch, and he’s able to make better food.
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Weathersfield School Board meets on Tuesdays
Live music at Perkinsville Community Church
The Perkinsville Community Church, 35 Church Street in Perkinsville, VT., will be hosting live music every first Sunday of the month through June, from 4-5:30 p.m.
This is a free event, but donations will be accepted each month to go towards local charities.
When: Weekly on Thursdays, 9:30 to 10:30 AM, from Jan 16 through Mar 6, 2025
Where: Weathersfield Town Office, U.S. 5, Ascutney, VT
REGISTER
This program is offered FREE to seniors by Senior Solutions and the Weathersfield Parks & Recreation Commission. Instructor: Karen Gautney, certified by Tai Chi Vermont and Tai Chi for Health Institute.
Class meets at 9:30-10:30 am every Thursday for 8 weeks (January 16 - March 6, 2025) at Martin Hall in Ascutney (Weathersfield Town Office), lower level. Each class builds on the previous lesson, therefore regular attendance is encouraged.
Tai Chi is often described as meditation in motion. It is clinically proven to reduce the risk of falls and improve balance among older adults. Through slow, gentle movement, participants gain flexibility, muscle strength, improved posture, better balance, and greater concentration. Tai Chi can be practiced either standing or seated.
No experience is needed. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing and well-fitted flat shoes that cover your toes and heels. While targeted to older adults, these classes are appropriate and beneficial for people of all ages who want to experience beginner Tai Chi.
Questions-call the instructor at 802-299-8008.
The Veterans Memorial Committee meets regularly on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Weathersfield Proctor Library. In the event of holidays or special circumstances, the meeting will be held at a time and location to be set by the Committee.
Get ready for the most exciting summer yet! EdgarMay’s Adventure Summer Camp is back, and this year, we’re taking fun to the next level with all-new Theme Weeks designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and create lasting memories. Each week brings a brand-new adventure, from mastering outdoor survival skills to unleashing creativity through art and science.
From Monday to Friday, 9:00AM-4:00PM, campers will enjoy daily swimming, rock climbing on our 40-foot tower, and weekly field trips, all while making new friends and learning teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Financial Aid is available through their Access for All program. Go to www.edgarmay.org/financial-aid to learn more.
ALL EVENTS
If I Could Ride 2, Presented by Don Miller, March 9, 2 PM TICKETS
Another Tequila Sunrise A Tribute to the Eagles, March 14, 7:30 PM TICKETS
San Jose Taiko, March 30, 4 PM TICKETS
BeauSoleil (50th Anniversary)with special guest Richard Thompson, April 4, 7:30 PM TICKETS
Trailblazing Women of Country Music A tribute to Patsy, Loretta, and Dolly, April 5, 7:30 PM TICKETS
Fly Fishing Film Tour, April 10, 7 PM TICKETS
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.
I have worked in local government in various capacities both paid and unpaid for most of my working life. I am seeking a seat at the table to put that experience to good use for the benefit of our town. I believe the town is in great shape – we have money in the bank, our roads are in great shape, our fire departments are coming together, and our tax rate has remained as stable as can be possible for the past ten years.
I seek to continue the good works of the board by:
• keeping the budget as lean as possible without sacrificing services,
• focusing on long-range financial planning,
• supporting our department heads and employees by providing them
with a livable wage,
• continue the work of bringing the fire departments together, and
• implementing our town plan.
I support local agriculture and reasonable land use laws.
4. How long have you lived in town?
I have lived full time in Weathersfield since 1985 in a house that has been in my family since 1870. My great, great grandparents, Roland and Hermione Burt, lived here in the summers, when Roland worked as a stonecutter in the Tyler Quarry on Mt. Ascutney. (He could walk to the quarry from this
house.) In the winters, they lived in Claremont, where Hermione worked as a weaver in the Monadnock Mills. Prior to 1985, I spent summers here in this house going back to 1958. My first job upon taking up full-time residency here was as the zoning administrator for both Weathersfield and Windsor.
5. How will your life experience help you as a Select board member/School
Director?
I am passionate about local government. To me it is democracy in its truest form. It works best when its participants believe in it and strive to uphold its ideals. My life experience has taught me how to work hard, listen well, be organized, be resourceful, and research what I need to know to make informed decisions. In my 30+ years of residency in Weathersfield I have come to know and work with so many of its residents. I have had a front-row seat at literally hundreds of public board meetings across three states. I know the laws, the people, and the ideals of local government and believe in them all. And above all, I have been and remain dedicated to this community.
6. Why should you vote for me?
I have the experience and knowledge to do the job honestly, fairly, and with dedication. I have no hidden agenda and no ax to grind. I quite simply am offering to put my knowledge and experience to use for the continued benefit and well-being of our town.
Select Board 3yr--August Murray
1. Who am I?
Hello Weathersfield residents! My name is August Murray and I hope to earn your vote for a seat on our Selectboard. I have dedicated my life to service for our country and now in retirement, my focus is on using my extensive education, knowledge and experience to serve my community that I love.
I’m a Veteran, farmer, Dad, and dedicated volunteer. My wife Andrea and I run a small farm in Perkinsville where we focus our efforts on supporting local food security. We are also a foster family, providing a safe and loving home to kids in need.
Raised in southern Vermont, I joined the Army Reserves in Rutland as a 17-year-old Private. Then, 33 years later, after a career that included deployments to three wars, I came home to retire close to family as a U.S. Army Colonel. I’m a Bronze Star Medal recipient and decorated by the U.S. Army for Heroism. My career—with assignments as a Commander, Chief of Staff, Inspector General, Senior HR Officer, and Military Science Professor—has always been about putting people first. I bring a strong work ethic, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for service.
2. What position in town am I a candidate for?
I am a candidate for the 3-year Selectboard seat, currently filled by my friend and neighbor Dave Fuller, who is not running again. I’ve served on the Weatherfield Selectboard, chaired the Town Budget Advisory Committee, and served on the School Budget Advisory Committee. In these roles I’ve worked hard to keep our town’s finances in check while ensuring quality education, public safety, and essential services.
3. Why am I running for Selectboard?
I believe we are best served by continuing the longstanding legacy of responsible governance left by Dave Fuller’s fiscally conservative voice that put the needs of our community first. Weathersfield deserves leadership that listens without bias, acts with transparency, and makes decisions that protect our town’s rural character while improving affordability, a strong infrastructure, and responsible growth. I am particularly concerned about the impacts of taxes on our seniors.
4. How long have you lived in town?
I have deep roots in the area, with family in Springfield and Ascutney. Raised in southern Vermont, I started working on a local farm and paying taxes at the age of 12. I joined the Army Reserves in Rutland as a 17-year-old Private. I graduated Bellows Falls High School, and went on to Norwich University. Then, 33 years later, after military service that included deployments to three wars, I came home to retire close to family as a U.S. Army Colonel. I’m a Bronze Star Medal recipient and decorated by the U.S. Army for Heroism. My career—with assignments as a Commander, Chief of Staff, Inspector General, Senior HR Officer, and Military Science Professor—has always been about putting people first. My son attends Weathersfield School and I am deeply vested in this town and its future for our next generations.
5. How will your life experience help you as a Selectboard member?
My experience includes being the senior Chief of Staff of a 450,000 member military organization overseeing a $980 million budget. My education includes graduate and doctoral degrees (Ph.D., Ed.S., MSS and MBA), has given me the knowledge and skills to analyze complex issues and budgets, work collaboratively to find practical solutions and unique ability to creatively leverage resources to solve complex challenges. I also have financial management, HR and fiscal law credentials. I understand the complex challenges our town faces and see great opportunities for Weathersfield to thrive.
(I) am committed to making informed, balanced decisions that benefit all residents.
1. Who am I?
Hello Weathersfield residents! My name is August Murray and I hope to earn your vote for a seat on our Selectboard. I have dedicated my life to service for our country and now in retirement, my focus is on using my extensive education, knowledge and experience to serve my community that I love.
I’m a Veteran, farmer, Dad, and dedicated volunteer. My wife Andrea and I run a small farm in Perkinsville where we focus our efforts on supporting local food security. We are also a foster family, providing a safe and loving home to kids in need.
Raised in southern Vermont, I joined the Army Reserves in Rutland as a 17-year-old Private. Then, 33 years later, after a career that included deployments to three wars, I came home to retire close to family as a U.S. Army Colonel. I’m a Bronze Star Medal recipient and decorated by the U.S. Army for Heroism. My career—with assignments as a Commander, Chief of Staff, Inspector General, Senior HR Officer, and Military Science Professor—has always been about putting people first. I bring a strong work ethic, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for service.
2. What position in town am I a candidate for?
I am a candidate for the 3-year Selectboard seat, currently filled by my friend and neighbor Dave Fuller, who is not running again. I’ve served on the Weatherfield Selectboard, chaired the Town Budget Advisory Committee, and served on the School Budget Advisory Committee. In these roles I’ve worked hard to keep our town’s finances in check while ensuring quality education, public safety, and essential services.
3. Why am I running for Selectboard?
I believe we are best served by continuing the longstanding legacy of responsible governance left by Dave Fuller’s fiscally conservative voice that put the needs of our community first. Weathersfield deserves leadership that listens without bias, acts with transparency, and makes decisions that protect our town’s rural character while improving affordability, a strong infrastructure, and responsible growth. I am particularly concerned about the impacts of taxes on our seniors.
4. How long have you lived in town?
I have deep roots in the area, with family in Springfield and Ascutney. Raised in southern Vermont, I started working on a local farm and paying taxes at the age of 12. I joined the Army Reserves in Rutland as a 17-year-old Private. I graduated Bellows Falls High School, and went on to Norwich University. Then, 33 years later, after military service that included deployments to three wars, I came home to retire close to family as a U.S. Army Colonel. I’m a Bronze Star Medal recipient and decorated by the U.S. Army for Heroism. My career—with assignments as a Commander, Chief of Staff, Inspector General, Senior HR Officer, and Military Science Professor—has always been about putting people first. My son attends Weathersfield School and I am deeply vested in this town and its future for our next generations.
5. How will your life experience help you as a Selectboard member?
My experience includes being the senior Chief of Staff of a 450,000 member military organization overseeing a $980 million budget. My education includes graduate and doctoral degrees (Ph.D., Ed.S., MSS and MBA), has given me the knowledge and skills to analyze complex issues and budgets, work collaboratively to find practical solutions and unique ability to creatively leverage resources to solve complex challenges. I also have financial management, HR and fiscal law credentials. I understand the complex challenges our town faces and see great opportunities for Weathersfield to thrive.
(I) am committed to making informed, balanced decisions that benefit all residents.
6. Why should you vote for me?
I am running to serve Weathersfield with integrity, accountability, and common-sense decision making that works for us all. I have no family members working for the town and am free of any such potential conflicts of interest. And when decisions are tough and things get hard, I will never quit on you. I will work hard to ensure that our town continues to be a great place to live, work, raise a family and retire. If you want a leader who listens, values community input, and makes thoughtful, fiscally responsible decisions, I ask for your vote on March 4th.
Fiscal Responsibility & Vision:
As a fiscal conservative, I’m committed to affordable, practical solutions for our town. With an MBA and a background of managing a $980 million-dollar military budget, I understand the importance of every dollar when working on our town’s budget.
My Values and Vision for Weathersfield:
Our town deserves leadership that is honest, accountable, and relentlessly focused on the needs of its people. On the Selectboard, I promise to uphold these principles by focusing on:
• Affordability: Making sure every tax dollar is spent wisely, and in the community’s best interests.
• Community First: Prioritizing the needs of residents & businesses with balanced growth and our future generations in mind.
• Transparency & Integrity: Leading with openness, listening to community concerns, and a readiness to engage with diverse ideas for the common good.
Weathersfield must meet the ongoing needs of its residents with affordable housing, a reasonable permitting process for development, and opportunities for small businesses to succeed – bringing in revenue to lower taxes and improve infrastructure that benefits us all. Please vote for me and make a difference on March 4th!
I am running to serve Weathersfield with integrity, accountability, and common-sense decision making that works for us all. I have no family members working for the town and am free of any such potential conflicts of interest. And when decisions are tough and things get hard, I will never quit on you. I will work hard to ensure that our town continues to be a great place to live, work, raise a family and retire. If you want a leader who listens, values community input, and makes thoughtful, fiscally responsible decisions, I ask for your vote on March 4th.
Fiscal Responsibility & Vision:
As a fiscal conservative, I’m committed to affordable, practical solutions for our town. With an MBA and a background of managing a $980 million-dollar military budget, I understand the importance of every dollar when working on our town’s budget.
My Values and Vision for Weathersfield:
Our town deserves leadership that is honest, accountable, and relentlessly focused on the needs of its people. On the Selectboard, I promise to uphold these principles by focusing on:
• Affordability: Making sure every tax dollar is spent wisely, and in the community’s best interests.
• Community First: Prioritizing the needs of residents & businesses with balanced growth and our future generations in mind.
• Transparency & Integrity: Leading with openness, listening to community concerns, and a readiness to engage with diverse ideas for the common good.
Weathersfield must meet the ongoing needs of its residents with affordable housing, a reasonable permitting process for development, and opportunities for small businesses to succeed – bringing in revenue to lower taxes and improve infrastructure that benefits us all. Please vote for me and make a difference on March 4th!
Select Board 2yr--Kelly O'Brien-no responses submitted
SCHOOL
School Director 3yr--AnneMarie Redmond-no responses submitted
School Director 1yr--Megan Waite
Who am I?
Hi, my name is Megan Waite. I'm a pharmacist, a proud mom to Wyatt (5) and Abram (4), and a wife to William Waite.
What position in town am I a candidate for?
I am running for a position on the school board.
Why am I running for school board?
I’m excited to have the opportunity to support the school and community that played such an important role in shaping me. With my son Wyatt in kindergarten and Abram attending Windsor’s preschool program, my commitment to our schools is even stronger. I began volunteering for the school’s budget committee this year and started attending school board meetings to get more involved. When I saw there would be an opening on the board, I felt it was a great opportunity to contribute in a meaningful way to the continued success of our school.
How long have you lived in town?
I moved to Weathersfield when I was eight years old and attended what was then Weathersfield Middle School, followed by Windsor High School. After leaving for college and graduate school, I returned to Weathersfield after earning my PharmD. My husband, Will (who is originally from Hartland), and I purchased our first home on Thrasher Road in 2016, where we've enjoyed raising our family.
How will your life experience help you as a member of the school board?
While I’m relatively new to the school community as a parent, I bring strong experience in managing complex budgets and balancing competing priorities from my work experience. I’m accustomed to listening carefully to the needs and concerns of various stakeholders, whether it’s community members, parents, or teachers. I believe in collaborating with my fellow board members to turn those concerns into meaningful, actionable solutions that benefit everyone.
Why should you vote for me?
I’ve been a long-standing member of this community, and I care deeply about the well-being and success of our kids. I want to do my part in ensuring our school continues to thrive. I would be honored to have your support!
School Director 1 yr--John Arrison
My name is John Arrison I am a native Vermonter and have lived in Weathersfield since 1986.
I am a candidate for Weathersfield school board. I have served on the Weathersfield select board for 16 years and served as your Vermont house representative for 4 years.
While in the house I served on the education committee and also the corrections and institution committee.
My experience in Montpelier will be an important asset to our school board and the supervisory union. Many changes are being proposed and it is important to have strong representation and leadership.
I would appreciate your support and vote on March 4th.
Candidates that were not sent Questionnaires:
TOWN
Moderator--Sean Whalen
Trustee of Public Funds--Roderick Bates
Cemetery Commissioner--Julia Lloyd-Wright
Library Trustee--Roderick Bates
Open positions
Lister 3yr
Lister 3yr (1 yr remaining)
SCHOOL
Moderator--Sean Whalen
Just Announced
Select Board Meets Feb. 24 at 6:30 PMThe posted agenda states that the Town Manager will address the following items:a. Response to Alleged Open Meeting Law Violations b. Response to Lack of Proper Accounting Concerns regarding VMC Funds c. Response to Potential Conflict of Interest Concerns d. Town Meeting Presentation e. Fire Department Memorandum of Understanding
The board also held a "Special Meeting" on the 20th that was posted on the 18th. The only item on the agenda was an Executive Session. No minutes have been posted.
Just Announced
Select Board Meets Feb. 24 at 6:30 PM
The posted agenda states that the Town Manager will address the following items:
a. Response to Alleged Open Meeting Law Violations
b. Response to Lack of Proper Accounting Concerns regarding VMC Funds
c. Response to Potential Conflict of Interest Concerns
d. Town Meeting Presentation
e. Fire Department Memorandum of Understanding
The board also held a "Special Meeting" on the 20th that was posted on the 18th. The only item on the agenda was an Executive Session. No minutes have been posted.
Library to host a couple of events
Library to host a couple of events
More details on what to bring and what to know about the clinic, please visit their Facebook Page
More details on what to bring and what to know about the clinic, please visit their Facebook Page
Get out and go Uphill for a great cause. 
You can skin, snowshoe or micro-spike up hill. Registration will be at the Base Lodge starting at 3pm.The event is $5.00 for all non-QLLA Members/Passholders. (Free for QLLAMembers/Passholders).You will receive 1 Raffle ticket for each Uphill lap completed between 4-5pm. The Raffle prizes will be awarded post event.There will be pizza from the Pizza Shed and drinks at the Base Lodge. Music will be Fireside at the Base Lodge until 6:30pm.Please RSVP to Zack’s Place at 802-457-5868 or email Beth Robinson at Execdir@zacksplacevt.org so they can properly prepare for the event.Donations support Zack’s Place as well as the Adaptive Ski Programs of the Upper Valley Special Olympic Hawks and the Fall Mountain Special Olympics.They kindly ask that you leave your furry family members at home as dogs are not allowed.
Get out and go Uphill for a great cause.
You can skin, snowshoe or micro-spike up hill. Registration will be at the Base Lodge starting at 3pm.
The event is $5.00 for all non-QLLA Members/Passholders. (Free for QLLAMembers/Passholders).
You will receive 1 Raffle ticket for each Uphill lap completed between 4-5pm. The Raffle prizes will be awarded post event.
There will be pizza from the Pizza Shed and drinks at the Base Lodge. Music will be Fireside at the Base Lodge until 6:30pm.
Please RSVP to Zack’s Place at 802-457-5868 or email Beth Robinson at Execdir@zacksplacevt.org so they can properly prepare for the event.
Donations support Zack’s Place as well as the Adaptive Ski Programs of the Upper Valley Special Olympic Hawks and the Fall Mountain Special Olympics.
They kindly ask that you leave your furry family members at home as dogs are not allowed.
Weathersfield PTO Announces a Night of Comedy, March 29th
Beginning Feb. 3 and continuing through April 11, the AARP Foundation Tax Aide Program provides free individual tax assistance and preparation for low- to moderate-income taxpayers, especially those 50 years old and older; however, all ages are welcome.
Appointments are required at all sites. The following information is for your convenience in contacting the host sites mentioned above. When making your appointment, you will be given information on what types of documents you need to bring with you. Depending on the nature of your tax return, it may be determined to be out-of-scope for this program. We make every effort to make this determination as early as possible in this process.
Times and locations are as follows:
White River Junction, Vt. – Wilder Club & Library and St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. Pick up Intake Packets at Bugbee Senior Center, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Appointments begin Feb. 8, and will be on Thursdays and Fridays, starting at 9 a.m.
Woodstock, Vt. – Thompson Senior Center, 99 Senior Lane, Mondays, 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Call Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., at 802-457-3277.
Ascutney, Vt. – Proctor Library, 5181 U.S. Route 5, Tuesdays, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Call 802-875-2418, and please leave a message.
Londonderry, Vt. – Neighborhood Connections, 5700 Route 100, Mondays, starting at 10:30 a.m. Call Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., at 802-824-4343.
Springfield, Vt. – Springfield Senior Center, 139 Main Street; Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Appointments starting at 9 a.m. Call Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., at 802-885-3933 or 802-345-5415 anytime, and leave a message.
Chester, Vt. – Chester Town Hall, 556 Elm Street, Wednesdays, starting at 9 a.m. Call 802-875-2418, and please leave a message.
Claremont, N.H. – Claremont Senior Center, 5 Acer Heights, Fridays, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Call 802-345-5415, and please leave a message.
Appointments are required at all sites. The following information is for your convenience in contacting the host sites mentioned above. When making your appointment, you will be given information on what types of documents you need to bring with you. Depending on the nature of your tax return, it may be determined to be out-of-scope for this program. We make every effort to make this determination as early as possible in this process.
Times and locations are as follows:
White River Junction, Vt. – Wilder Club & Library and St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. Pick up Intake Packets at Bugbee Senior Center, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Appointments begin Feb. 8, and will be on Thursdays and Fridays, starting at 9 a.m.
Woodstock, Vt. – Thompson Senior Center, 99 Senior Lane, Mondays, 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Call Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., at 802-457-3277.
Ascutney, Vt. – Proctor Library, 5181 U.S. Route 5, Tuesdays, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Call 802-875-2418, and please leave a message.
Londonderry, Vt. – Neighborhood Connections, 5700 Route 100, Mondays, starting at 10:30 a.m. Call Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., at 802-824-4343.
Springfield, Vt. – Springfield Senior Center, 139 Main Street; Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Appointments starting at 9 a.m. Call Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., at 802-885-3933 or 802-345-5415 anytime, and leave a message.
Chester, Vt. – Chester Town Hall, 556 Elm Street, Wednesdays, starting at 9 a.m. Call 802-875-2418, and please leave a message.
Claremont, N.H. – Claremont Senior Center, 5 Acer Heights, Fridays, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Call 802-345-5415, and please leave a message.
News You Can Use
ICYMI (In case You Missed It)
Town/School/Regional News
Weathersfield artist wins gold medal
Weathersfield artist Robert O’Brien won the gold medal at the New England Watercolor Society’s Signature Member Exhibition in Boston, for his watercolor painting “Allis Chalmers,” a close focus study of an old tractor. The show is currently on exhibit at the Guild of Boston Artists, 162 Newbury Street, in Boston. The show features top watercolorists from New England who have achieved signature membership in this prestigious organization. The New England Watercolor Society was established in 1885, and was originally known as the Boston Watercolor Society. The show runs through March 2.
A second incarcerated man dies at Springfield prison in less than a month
Michael Myers, 51, was found unresponsive in his cell Monday morning at the Southern State Correctional Facility, authorities said.
by Olivia Gieger
Michael Myers, a 51-year-old incarcerated man at the Southern State Correctional Facility died Monday morning, according to releases from the Vermont State Police and Department of Corrections.
Myers appeared to have died from a “medical event,” after having expressed feeling unwell for days, state police wrote in its release. At 9:30 a.m. Monday, a Department of Corrections staffer went to check on Meyers and found him unresponsive. Emergency medical services responded with life-saving attempts, but soon pronounced Meyers dead at the facility.
Myers’s death comes on the heels of another death at Springfield prison in late January. In 2023, 12 people died in Vermont prisons, according to the Department of Corrections.
Across the United States, jails and correctional facilities are becoming “increasingly deadly,” as one 2023 research paper described climbing rates of mortality in 450 U.S. jails between 2008–2019. Incarcerated people are known to face higher rates of chronic health issues and higher mortality, according to a 2021 review paper by the National Institutes of Health. Each year served in prison corresponds with a 2-year decline in life expectancy, one analysis found.
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Michael Myers, 51, was found unresponsive in his cell Monday morning at the Southern State Correctional Facility, authorities said.
by Olivia Gieger
Michael Myers, a 51-year-old incarcerated man at the Southern State Correctional Facility died Monday morning, according to releases from the Vermont State Police and Department of Corrections.
Myers appeared to have died from a “medical event,” after having expressed feeling unwell for days, state police wrote in its release. At 9:30 a.m. Monday, a Department of Corrections staffer went to check on Meyers and found him unresponsive. Emergency medical services responded with life-saving attempts, but soon pronounced Meyers dead at the facility.
Myers’s death comes on the heels of another death at Springfield prison in late January. In 2023, 12 people died in Vermont prisons, according to the Department of Corrections.
Across the United States, jails and correctional facilities are becoming “increasingly deadly,” as one 2023 research paper described climbing rates of mortality in 450 U.S. jails between 2008–2019. Incarcerated people are known to face higher rates of chronic health issues and higher mortality, according to a 2021 review paper by the National Institutes of Health. Each year served in prison corresponds with a 2-year decline in life expectancy, one analysis found.
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Bethel Company first consumer product, RiverAware, allows users to track water levels, receive personalized flood alerts and share real-time data.
by White River Valley Herald
This story by Tim Calabro was first published in The Herald on Feb. 13
When Tropical Storm Irene tore through Vermont in 2011, Stephen Farrington found himself stranded. The floodwaters had transformed his Stockbridge neighborhood into an island, washing out roads, destroying homes and isolating entire communities.
Fourteen years later, Farrington and his Bethel-based company, Transcend Engineering, have launched RiverAware, a mobile app designed to provide real-time river monitoring and flood alerts. By simplifying complex government data and making it accessible to everyday users, the app aims to help people prepare for rising waters — before it’s too late.
RiverAware, now available on the Apple App Store, allows users to track water levels from U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) stream gauges, receive personalized flood alerts, and share real-time data with others. The app’s development was driven by a belief that existing flood monitoring tools are difficult to use and that climate change is increasing the need for reliable, accessible water data.
“We built RiverAware because, in an emergency, people shouldn’t have to spend time deciphering complicated government websites,” said Emily Ellert, Transcend Engineering’s digital strategies manager. “They need clear, immediate information.”
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At least nine employees have been fired so far, including six scientists, stripping the team of years of institutional knowledge focused on building a more sustainable agricultural future.
by Klara Bauters
On Thursday evening, Caitlin Morgan, a food systems scientist, picked up a call from her boss at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service at the University of Vermont. He told her that everyone who was still within their probationary period should brace for an imminent termination letter.
Less than 24 hours later, Morgan’s arrived — effective immediately.
“It’s been super chaotic and traumatizing for those of us who’ve been working in the government, but it hasn’t hit the general populace the same way yet,” Morgan said. “There’s going to be ripple effects from what’s happening to us, and there’s probably going to be iterations on that for other people.”
Morgan was part of a 17-member team of researchers and scientists dedicated to studying food systems and agricultural sustainability in the state. Their work included research on flood resilience and the transition of agricultural land following the decline of dairy farms.
According to multiple employees, at least nine employees have been fired so far, including six scientists, stripping the team of years of institutional knowledge focused on building a more sustainable agricultural future. Despite being terminated for “poor performance,” all employees had spent years training for the role and received “fully satisfactory” ratings in their quarterly reviews, Morgan said.
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“I find myself asking, how is this program even up for debate?” said one lawmaker. Even the state’s top school nutrition leader doesn’t recommend it, according to an Agency of Education internal memo.
by Ethan Weinstein
One moment helps crystallize for Harley Sterling the importance of providing free school meals.
Now the school nutrition director for the Windham Northeast Supervisory Union, Sterling remembered one morning when Vermont still used a needs-based meal system, rather than giving every student free food.
Sterling had prepared a buttermilk pancake breakfast and watched a student make a packed plate piled with pancakes and fruit.
Suddenly, the student “turned white as a ghost,” Sterling recalled, and said, “I just remembered I’m not supposed to get this because my mom started working.” According to Sterling, the student left their full plate on the counter and took off without eating breakfast, because he no longer qualified for free meals.
For Scott Fay, director of food services in the Essex Westford School District, the proof is in the cultural shift he’s seen since the universal school meals program began during the Covid-19 pandemic. There are simply more students eating breakfast and lunch, and he’s able to make better food.
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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)
Development Review Board (1 Vacancy)
Energy Coordinator (1 Vacancy)
Veterans Memorial Committee (2 Vacancies)
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
2025
Member
2025
Select Board Meets: Annual Town Meeting March 1, 12;30 PM WARNING
Meeting Minutes https://www.weathersfieldvt.org/selectboardJanuary 2 Special Meeting (no minutes posted)August 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: Annual Town Meeting March 1, 12;30 PM WARNING
Meeting Minutes https://www.weathersfieldvt.org/selectboard
January 2 Special Meeting (no minutes posted)
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
March 1st Town Meeting at 10:00 AM
March 4th Town Voting Day
March 6th Camp Read-a-lot 5-7:00 PM
March 11th Weathersfield School Board Meeting
March 18th VTCAP Testing starts
March 4th Town Voting Day
March 6th Camp Read-a-lot 5-7:00 PM
March 11th Weathersfield School Board Meeting
March 18th VTCAP Testing starts
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 Minutes
Things to Do In and Around Weathersfield
Arts, Entertainment, Volunteer, and Health
Arts, Entertainment, Volunteer, and Health
It's Back-The 11th Annual Town Challenge March 22 at 7 PM
(Snow date will be March 23th)
The Weathersfield Proctor Library will have their 11th Annual Town Challenge. Local organizations are invited to participate, form a team and join in the fun. The trivia topics will cover Weathersfield History, Geography, Spelling, Current Events/Sports, Literature and Music.
This is a fundraiser for the Weathersfield Proctor Library. Team members are encouraged to collect donations (family members, neighbors and/or friends), there is a prize for the team that raises the most money. And there is a coveted prize for the team that displays the most TEAM SPIRIT!Each team may have three members, plus an alternate. Contact the library for more info.
The Seeds are here at the Weathersfield Proctor Library!
(Snow date will be March 23th)
The Weathersfield Proctor Library will have their 11th Annual Town Challenge. Local organizations are invited to participate, form a team and join in the fun. The trivia topics will cover Weathersfield History, Geography, Spelling, Current Events/Sports, Literature and Music.
This is a fundraiser for the Weathersfield Proctor Library. Team members are encouraged to collect donations (family members, neighbors and/or friends), there is a prize for the team that raises the most money. And there is a coveted prize for the team that displays the most TEAM SPIRIT!
Each team may have three members, plus an alternate. Contact the library for more info.
The Seeds are here at the Weathersfield Proctor Library!
Perkinsville Music Series
Live music at Perkinsville Community ChurchPerkinsville Music Series
The Perkinsville Community Church, 35 Church Street in Perkinsville, VT., will be hosting live music every first Sunday of the month through June, from 4-5:30 p.m.
This is a free event, but donations will be accepted each month to go towards local charities.
Upcoming schedule:
March 2nd Paula Boyle
April 6th Rik Palieri
May 4th Bill Brink and Frank Critelli
June 1st Jacob McLaughlin
July 6th Matt Meserve
Aug. 3rd Ali T
Sept 7th Josh Hall
Oct 5th The Poor Cousins
March 2nd Paula Boyle
April 6th Rik Palieri
May 4th Bill Brink and Frank Critelli
June 1st Jacob McLaughlin
July 6th Matt Meserve
Aug. 3rd Ali T
Sept 7th Josh Hall
Oct 5th The Poor Cousins
Please follow them on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/PerkinsvilleChurch or send email to churchperkinsville@gmail.com
Weathersfield Center Church and Meeting House
Weathersfield Center Church and Meeting House
Follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeathersfieldCenterChurch
Follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeathersfieldCenterChurch
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 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
Weathersfield Historical Society
Weathersfield Historical Society
Weathersfield Parks and Recreation
Weathersfield Parks and Recreation
Follow them on their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550836741096
Weathersfield Tai Chi
Where: Weathersfield Town Office, U.S. 5, Ascutney, VT
REGISTER
This program is offered FREE to seniors by Senior Solutions and the Weathersfield Parks & Recreation Commission. Instructor: Karen Gautney, certified by Tai Chi Vermont and Tai Chi for Health Institute.
Class meets at 9:30-10:30 am every Thursday for 8 weeks (January 16 - March 6, 2025) at Martin Hall in Ascutney (Weathersfield Town Office), lower level. Each class builds on the previous lesson, therefore regular attendance is encouraged.
Tai Chi is often described as meditation in motion. It is clinically proven to reduce the risk of falls and improve balance among older adults. Through slow, gentle movement, participants gain flexibility, muscle strength, improved posture, better balance, and greater concentration. Tai Chi can be practiced either standing or seated.
No experience is needed. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing and well-fitted flat shoes that cover your toes and heels. While targeted to older adults, these classes are appropriate and beneficial for people of all ages who want to experience beginner Tai Chi.
Questions-call the instructor at 802-299-8008.
Veterans Memorial Committee
The Veterans Memorial Committee meets regularly on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Weathersfield Proctor Library. In the event of holidays or special circumstances, the meeting will be held at a time and location to be set by the Committee.
Follow them on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeathersfieldVMC
Thrive Thrift Store & Community Resource Center
Follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567175561071
Edgar May Health and Recreation Center Adventure 2025 Summer Camp Registration is NOW OPEN!
Get ready for the most exciting summer yet! EdgarMay’s Adventure Summer Camp is back, and this year, we’re taking fun to the next level with all-new Theme Weeks designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and create lasting memories. Each week brings a brand-new adventure, from mastering outdoor survival skills to unleashing creativity through art and science.
From Monday to Friday, 9:00AM-4:00PM, campers will enjoy daily swimming, rock climbing on our 40-foot tower, and weekly field trips, all while making new friends and learning teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Register your child/children today.
Entertainment
All shows are at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise stated.
2025
If I Could Ride 2, Presented by Don Miller, March 9, 2 PM TICKETS
Another Tequila Sunrise A Tribute to the Eagles, March 14, 7:30 PM TICKETS
The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber & More, March 15, 7 PM TICKETS
San Jose Taiko, March 30, 4 PM TICKETS
Trailblazing Women of Country Music A tribute to Patsy, Loretta, and Dolly, April 5, 7:30 PM TICKETS
Fly Fishing Film Tour, April 10, 7 PM TICKETS
Comedian Bob Marley, May 10, 8 PM TICKETS
Disciple of the Garden – Legacy of Chris Cornell Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 8PM.
Rock n’ Roll Circus Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 8PM.
A Tribute to Willie Nelson Friday, March 28, 2025 at 8PM
Take 3 – Where Art and Pop Music Collide Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 7:30PM.
Johnny Folsom 4 Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 7:30PM
Comedian Juston McKinney Saturday, April 19 at 7:30PM
Tell Me Lies – Fleetwood Mac Experience Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 8PM
Floydian Trip – New England’s Premier Pink Floyd Tribute Saturday, May 24 at 7:30PM
Class Schedule January Classes
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
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
Rock n’ Roll Circus Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 8PM.
A Tribute to Willie Nelson Friday, March 28, 2025 at 8PM
Take 3 – Where Art and Pop Music Collide Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 7:30PM.
Johnny Folsom 4 Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 7:30PM
Comedian Juston McKinney Saturday, April 19 at 7:30PM
Tell Me Lies – Fleetwood Mac Experience Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 8PM
Floydian Trip – New England’s Premier Pink Floyd Tribute Saturday, May 24 at 7:30PM
Yoga in Weathersfield
Whole Roasted Tro
Whole Roasted Tro
Crown Point Country Club
Tuesday Evenings 5:30-6:30pm | Feb. 25
Wednesday Mornings 9-10am | Feb. 26
*A minimum of 6 people needs to be registered for the month-long series in order for classes to run*
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.
Events for Perkinsville/Weathersfield (online) https://local.aarp.org/perkinsville-vt/aarp-events/
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.
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 Due to ongoing challenges with supply and the need to streamline operations, the Reading- West Windsor Food Shelf soon will be changing its hours/days of operation.
As of March 1, 2025, the FS will be open only on Thursdays from 3PM-6PM. The first hour (3PM-4PM) will be reserved for seniors only. All other clients (including seniors who can't come between 3PM and 4PM) are invited to shop from 4PM-6PM!
The Reading-West Windsor Food Shelf is located at 3456 Tyson Road in South Reading. All Vermont residents are welcome!
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
Due to ongoing challenges with supply and the need to streamline operations, the Reading- West Windsor Food Shelf soon will be changing its hours/days of operation.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
As of March 1, 2025, the FS will be open only on Thursdays from 3PM-6PM.
The first hour (3PM-4PM) will be reserved for seniors only.
All other clients (including seniors who can't come between 3PM and 4PM) are invited to shop from 4PM-6PM!
The Reading-West Windsor Food Shelf is located at 3456 Tyson Road in South Reading.
All Vermont residents are welcome!
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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