Weathersfield Weekly Blog, February 3, 2025

Great Backyard Bird Count is coming!
Details below

Upcoming Events Mark Your Calendars


Annual School and Town Meetings Announced

Weathersfield School District Annual Meeting, Saturday, March 1, 10AM-12PM at the school
Agenda

Annual Town Meeting on Saturday, March 1 at 12:30 PM at the school and on Tuesday, March 4, Voting will take place at Martin Memorial Hall

Click here for a copy of the warning

Elected Positions Open: 
CLICK HERE

Please note that the Town Clerk WILL NOT be sending out Absentee ballots to all registered voters, you must call to have a ballot mailed to you. Only voters who call the Town Clerk will receive ballots by mail. Please call- 802-674-9500 to request a ballot


Town Directory-Get Listed-Deadline Feb. 16
The Weathersfield Conservation Commission is currently updating the Town Directory. If you own a business in Weathersfield that you would like to have listed and haven’t already been contacted by a Commission member, please email ctckindle@outlook.com or telephone 802-263-5584 (leave message). 
Include the company name, phone number, email address or website, by February 16. There is no charge for the listing.


BC/BS of Vermont Winter Virtual Challenge-Post and Tag Photos until Feb. 5 and $5 gets Donation to Vermont Adaptive

Yup, that's me second from the left.

Get out, get active, and give back! No snow required.

Join their Winter Virtual Challenge by tagging Blue Cross Vermont in photos of your winter activities on Facebook or Instagram, or sending an email to events@bcbsvt.com

They’ll donate $5 to Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports for every photo you share until February 8, 2025.

Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports is an organization that empowers people of all abilities through inclusive sports and recreational programming regardless of ability to pay. In addition to sports, their year-round programming options integrate environmental, holistic wellness, and competitive training philosophies for people of all ages with cognitive, developmental, physical and emotional disabilities.



Volunteers Needed Feb. 8-9 at Pico Mountain for the 16th Annual VI/Blind Athletes Winter Festival


More than 20 athletes with visual impairments will descend on Pico Mountain Feb. 7-10 for the 16th Annual VI/Blind Athletes Winter Festival - and we need YOUR HELP!

With that many athletes on hand, we'll need at least 2-4 volunteers with each lesson, leading lessons, assisting or shadowing. If you haven't skied with this group before, it's an opportunity to be a part of a VERY cool weekend. It doesn't matter if you've guided or not, we can use the help in many areas!

View more about the weekend and the full schedule here.

If you're available to volunteer, please email Senior Program Coordinator Tom Alcorn at south@vermontadaptive.org. Let him know which days you're available and the time slots you can help. 

VOLUNTEER info.


Weathersfield School Announces a Family Dance, Saturday Feb. 8th, 3-5 PM



Ice Fishing, Anyone? Dewey's Pond, Quechee  Feb. 10th


17th Annual World Famous Chocolate Auction, sponsored by Hartland UU Society, is on Sunday, Feb 9, 11:15 AM in Hartland Four Corners, VT

Chocolate Auction takes place on the Sunday before *** Valentine’s Day *** so be ready to purchase for your loved one (or yourself) a heavenly chocolate creation.

The Chocolate Auction will feature over 40 homemade desserts of every kind - Yumm!

Made by the region's most famous chocolate chefs! as well as local bakeries and food establishments

For questions, call or text 802 738-0102 Visit online: www.hartlanduu.org Or email hartlanduu@gmail.com

This is The Best Way to Beat Winter,  All Welcome!


Weathersfield Proctor Library Hosts a Fondue Party, Saturday, Feb. 15th at 6PM



The Great Backyard Bird Count is coming Feb. 14-17


The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC)!
Welcome to the New Year! We are gearing up for another incredible February GBBC where the world comes together to celebrate birds. If you are unfamiliar with the GBBC, learn about this easy, fun, and free event, no matter your level of bird-interest.
If you are organizing or participating in a community birding event for the GBBC, add it to our Community Event Map. This may inspire others to join your flock. Or, find an event close to you and join others in a bird-adventure.Posters and Social Media for 2025 Are Ready
Engage your friends, family, schools, libraries, nature centers, places of worship, or businesses. Share a beautiful poster or social media post on your community board, email list, or social media account. The 2025 graphics are available in several languages. Posters in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese.
Social media posts in English, Spanish and French.

If you are new to the GBBC or would like to inspire others to join us this year, explore our Participate Page. If your family and friends are Merlin users, all they have to do is use the tool once over the four days in February and save their sound IDs or positive bird IDs to participate!


Resources to get Ready: CLICK HERE



Weathersfield PTO Announces a Night of Comedy, March 29th


News You Can Use
ICYMI (In case You Missed It)
Town/School/Regional News

 

One dies in Legionnaires’ disease outbreak at Windsor senior living facility
The outbreak originated in the facility’s water system, according to a health advisory.
by Valley News

One person has died and several have been hospitalized due to an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease at the Cedar Hill Continuing Care facility, according to the Vermont Department of Health.

The department issued an advisory to health care providers Wednesday morning stating that six cases of the pneumonia-like illness had been reported among residents and staff at the Village at Cedar Hill.

“This outbreak is unusual for Vermont,” said Health Department spokesman Kyle Casteel, noting this is the first facility outbreak in the state in five years.

Legionnaires’ disease is caused by Legionella bacteria. Symptoms include cough, shortness of breath, muscle aches, headaches and fever, according to the health advisory.

People over 50, current or former smokers, and people with lung disease or compromised immune systems are at particular risk.

The fatality rate for Legionnaires acquired outside of health care settings is 10%, according to the Health Department advisory.

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Man cited for leaving scene of accident in Weathersfield
by Daniel Duric

A New Hampshire man was cited for leaving the scene of an accident after his vehicle struck an exit sign on I-91 South, Vermont State Police reported.

Tyler Mcjuary, 32, of Claremont, New Hampshire, allegedly abandoned his vehicle on the side of the road at the exit 8 off-ramp following the single-vehicle crash on Feb. 1 at 8:55 p.m.

State troopers responded to the incident and identified Mcjuary as the operator of the vehicle.

Following an investigation, Mcjuary was issued a citation to appear before the Vermont Superior Court, Windsor Criminal Division on March 18 at 8:30 a.m. to answer to the charge of Leaving the Scene of an Accident.

From Newport Dispatch


VT Digger launches 2025 Legislative Guide with new education finance and budget explainers
This year’s guide also includes familiar favorites, such as our bill tracker, expanded legislator lookup tools and all our recent Statehouse coverage.
by VTD Editor

VTDigger has launched its 2025 Vermont Legislative Guide to help you stay informed on the key players and policy proposals at the Statehouse this session. Our reporters, editors and photographers are following such topics as education finance reform, housing policy, climate change and more.
Check out the 2025 Legislative Guide

This year’s guide includes many tools, including some familiar favorites, as well as new additions. You can expect to find: Our 2025 bill tracker: Watch key pieces of legislation as they are introduced and move through the Statehouse.A starter kit to the legislative session: We like to think of this as our “Legislature 101” course to help you brush up on everything you need to know to navigate the session. We’ve added new pieces this year explaining how the state funds education and how the state budget process works. You can also learn how a bill becomes a law, how to read the legislative calendar, who’s in charge of the Legislature, how to watch the House and Senate and how to contact your legislators.Expanded legislator lookup tools: In addition to looking up your legislators via their district on our handy maps, we’ve also organized your senators and representatives by county. Final Reading: Sign up for our free legislative newsletter, which gives you an inside look at the Statehouse and hits your inbox every Tuesday-Friday evening during the session. Don’t forget to catch up on previous editions here.All the latest legislative stories: Need to catch up on the recent happenings? Check out all the Statehouse news in one convenient place.

Visit our full 2025 Vermont Legislative Guide here for the latest in state politics and policy.

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Phil Scott unveils $9 billion state budget proposal for 2026 focused on affordability
“Vermonters were very clear — they expect us to separate our wants from our needs,” Scott told lawmakers on Tuesday, pointing to last fall’s election.
by Shaun Robinson

Vermont Gov. Phil Scott proposed a $9 billion budget to state lawmakers Tuesday for the 2026 fiscal year, a spending plan that, once again, he said prioritizes making the state more affordable and tackling demographic challenges.

The difference Tuesday afternoon, of course, is that the Republican governor was addressing a state House and Senate made up of far more GOP allies than he had in the last legislative biennium, most if not all of whom campaigned on those same issues. Both chambers’ Democratic leaders said after the speech that they saw common ground with Scott on some of his ideas, but cautioned they needed to hear more details before taking positions on others.

Scott pointed to last fall’s election results as a call against raising taxes and fees, but said he would still use state dollars to build more housing, improve how safe people feel in their communities and fundamentally reform the state’s education system.

His administration unveiled the broad strokes of an education plan last week, though many details of the proposal are unclear, even after Tuesday’s address.

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Vermont business leaders pan President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on imports from Canada
Vermonters are likely to pay more for many goods if the proposal goes into effect, the industry leaders said at a Monday roundtable convened by Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vt.
by Shaun Robinson

Poulin Grain, an animal feed manufacturer with two plants in northern Vermont, relies on crops imported from Canada, such as corn and oats, to make its products. But the company’s costs would grow substantially — and, perhaps, unsustainably — if President Donald Trump’s proposed 25% tariff on products from Canada goes into effect, Poulin’s senior vice president, Mike Tetreault, said Monday.

The company could start to source some raw materials domestically, Tetreault said, but the materials would cost more, and those costs would be passed on to customers.

“We haven’t got the margins to offset that. The sellers don’t have the margins to offset that. So essentially, the farms and users of our grain products and feed products are going to pay more,” Tetreault said, speaking at a roundtable on Trump’s proposal in St. Albans Monday morning convened by U.S. Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vt.

“There’s no other option,” he added.

Tetreault was one of several leaders of Vermont businesses, along with representatives from trade groups as well as state officials, who voiced concerns to Welch about the impacts the tariffs could have on the costs of local goods and services.

Trump has threatened to impose a 25% tax on goods coming into the U.S. from Canada and Mexico as early as Feb. 1. Right now, both countries have a free-trade agreement with the U.S. by which most goods traded among the three nations don’t have tariffs.

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Judge temporarily halts Trump’s federal funding freeze as Vermont officials scramble to respond
Attorney General Charity Clark announced Tuesday afternoon that Vermont has joined a separate multi-state suit against the Trump administration. She called the freeze a “brazen violation of the Constitution.”
by Emma Cotton

Vermont has joined a multi-state lawsuit against President Donald Trump’s administration seeking to stop it from freezing some federal financial assistance to states. A federal judge temporarily blocked the president’s order in response to a separate lawsuit on Tuesday.

Amid the flurry of legal action, Vermont officials have been trying to parse the potential statewide implications of a vague and expansive memo the Trump administration issued Monday.

The memo, signed by Matthew Vaeth, director of the federal Office of Management and Budget, is short — just two pages long. It orders federal agencies to “temporarily pause” all financial assistance “and other relevant agency activities that may be implicated by (Trump’s) executive orders, including, but not limited to, financial assistance for foreign aid, nongovernmental organizations, DEI, woke gender ideology, and the green new deal.”

It was set to take effect at 5 p.m. Tuesday, but a decision by Judge Loren AliKhan of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia will delay implementation until at least Feb. 3, according to Politico.

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Suspects in killings of Vermont border patrol agent and California man connected by marriage license, extreme ideology
Both suspects attended the prestigious Lakeside School in Seattle, studied computer science and appear to sympathize with a fringe Bay Area group described by one person as a “murder gang.”
by Open Vallejo

This story, by Anna Bauman and Matthew Brown, was first published by Open Vallejo, a nonprofit investigative news outlet based in Vallejo, California, on January 27.

Two young people who applied in November 2024 for a marriage license in Washington have each been charged by authorities in separate January killings that claimed the lives of a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Vermont and an 82-year-old landlord in Vallejo, California, according to police and court records obtained by Open Vallejo.

Maximilian Snyder, a 22-year-old data scientist arrested in Northern California on Friday on suspicion of murder, and Teresa Youngblut, the 21-year-old computer science student charged last week in connection with the shooting death of U.S. Border Patrol Agent David C. Maland, appear to follow a fringe, self-described “vegan Sith” ideology that started in the Bay Area and has connections to violence, according to police records, an interview with a person familiar with the group, and years of social media and blog posts reviewed by Open Vallejo.

Public records show that Snyder and Youngblut applied for a marriage license in King County, Washington, on Nov. 5. It is unclear whether the couple had since married.

Vallejo police arrested Snyder around 12:40 a.m. Friday in Redding, California, in connection with the Jan. 17 stabbing death of Curtis Lind, according to Solano County jail records, court records, interviews, online posts, and other information reviewed by Open Vallejo. He was charged with murder and two enhancements Monday in Solano County Superior Court, according to court records.

A motion filed Monday by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Vermont alleges that Youngblut — and an unnamed person who purchased the firearms she and an associate possessed — had been in frequent contact with “a person of interest in a homicide investigation in Vallejo, California.” The person of interest in the Vallejo case had also been detained in Pennsylvania in connection with a double-homicide in that state, according to federal prosecutors, and the firearms-purchaser was also a person of interest in the Pennsylvania case.

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HPAI bird flu confirmed in backyard flock of non-commercial birds in Windsor County

Vermont Business Magazine The Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets (VAAFM) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) have confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), also known as H5N1 bird flu, in a non-commercial backyard (non-poultry) flock in Windsor County last week. Samples taken by VAAFM and USDA officials Tuesday, January 21st were tested and confirmed for HPAI by the National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) in Ames, Iowa.

This is the fifth instance of HPAI impacting a domestic flock in Vermont since spring of 2022 and emphasizes the ongoing need for vigilance as the disease continues to be an ongoing risk to domestic birds. This case comes on the heels of another HPAI confirmation in a flock of backyard birds in Franklin County this past December.

The small flock of 20 birds suffered its first mortality Wednesday, January 15th, and then experienced ongoing losses. The owner contacted VAAFM to report the situation Friday, January 17th. The remaining flock was quarantined to prevent the spread of disease and was depopulated this past Thursday, January 23rd by officials from VAAFM with the agreement and understanding of the flock’s owners. Currently, VAAFM has received no reports of illness in additional Vermont flocks.

Though HPAI is considered to be low risk to human health, the individuals who had contact with infected birds or their environment are being monitored by the Vermont Department of Health. There have been no human cases in Vermont or New England during the current U.S. outbreak.

Lab testing confirmed that this case of HPAI is not the strain currently impacting dairy cattle herds in other states around the country.

This localized outbreak reinforces the importance of poultry owners, farmers and hunters to report sick and dead birds. Despite the low risk to the public, the virus remains deadly to many species of birds. All bird owners, from those who own backyard pets to commercial farmers, are strongly encouraged to review biosecurity measures to help protect their flocks. Keeping your birds separated from wild birds as much as possible is the best protection for your backyard flocks. Dairy farm operators and dairy cattle owners are also advised to implement biosecurity measures in response to the ongoing risk of HPAI.

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WCAX Investigates: The Crime Corridor between Vermont and Massachusetts

Homicide numbers in Vermont have risen in recent years to levels not seen since the late ‘90s, and experts say much of the violence is fueled by a drugs-for-guns pipeline that leads to Massachusetts and other urban centers.

Drugs coming to Vermont from out of state have led to a sharp rise in the number of overdoses over the last decade. From as low as 64 in 2014 to nearly 700 from 2021 to 2023. But that’s not the only problem, authorities say violent crime comes with it, and the increase has sparked a call for action from those directly impacted.

“She was always my little sister, still is my little sister,” said Bill Chatlos, who says his sister Christina at a young age was quiet and soft-spoken. “I would say 13 was the magic number. Then, next thing you know, you couldn’t keep her quiet.”

The southern Vermont native had a profound love for animals, especially horses. “Some might have even referred to her as a ‘Horse whisperer,’” Chatlos said. She became a mom in her 20s, but by her 30s, the things she loved most would soon take a back seat to addiction. And despite pleas from her family, she couldn’t stop using.

“I was hoping she would listen to me. And in turn, it was the last conversation I ever had with my sister,” Chatlos said.

January 23, 2024, was a cold winter day in St. Johnsbury. Vermont State Police detectives canvassed the scene at the Cornerstone School where they found Christina Chatlos in the driver’s seat of a car, dead from a gunshot wound

The fatal shooting was Vermont’s first last year. Police say Chatlos came to the school to buy drugs and that an argument led to her murder. Police charged 15-year-old Mohamed Said with second-degree murder.

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No damage reported from 3.8 magnitude earthquake, some aftershocks are possible

If you felt the earth move Monday morning January 27, you’re not alone.

A magnitude 3.8 earthquake struck off the coast of New England at 10:22 a.m. The U.S. Geological Survey reports that it originated about 6 miles off the coast of York Harbor, Maine.

Some aftershocks could be in store, but they are not expected to be intense.

“Aftershocks would typically be smaller than the initial earthquake,” said Sophie Coulson, a geophysics professor at the University of New Hampshire. “That could happen over the next few hours or next few days.”

(Click here for the latest information from the U.S. Geological Survey.)

As of 10:45 a.m. Monday, New Hampshire 911 had not heard of any injuries or damage related to the earthquake. New Hampshire officials say those concerned about structural damage to a home or business should contact their local fire department for help.

Operations at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard were temporarily suspended to evaluate the area for potential impacts. In a statement, shipyard representatives said no significant damage or injuries were reported from the earthquake.

Seabrook Station Nuclear Plant also continued to operate without disruption, according to spokesperson Lindsay Robertson. She said the plant was designed to withstand earthquakes, and there was no risk to the public.

People reported feeling the earth shake throughout eastern New England — and beyond.

Susan Hough, a seismologist with the U.S. Geological Survey, said her agency doesn’t anticipate any damage from the earthquake. But, she said, it’s a reminder that earthquakes do happen in New England.

“Earthquakes are uncommon along the Atlantic coast, but they're not unheard of,” Hough said. “It may not be the biggest concern in everybody's mind, but there is the risk out there of larger events.”

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First Vermont Trail Accessibility Hub Summit charts bold vision for inclusive outdoor recreation
Submitted by tim

On Wednesday, Bolton Valley Resort’s Timberline Lodge played host to the inaugural Vermont Trail Accessibility Hub (TAH) Summit, bringing together more than 50 thought leaders and advocates to advance trail accessibility across Vermont. This collaborative event united representatives from more than 30 organizations and agencies, setting the stage for a transformative future in trail-based outdoor recreation.

"The Vermont Trail Accessibility Hub's 2025 Summit was a huge success,” said Russell Hirschler, executive director of the Upper Valley Trails Alliance. “Working with a group of nearly 60 people to create and promote a shared vision for accessible trail development in Vermont is extremely inspiring. It also shows that there is still a lot of work to be done in the future and the TAH partners are excited to get it done.”

The Trail Accessibility Hub, which originated from a collaborative idea at the 2023 Trail Symposium, has rapidly grown into a pioneering initiative dedicated to improving access to outdoor recreation for everyone, especially for those with physical disabilities and mobility challenges. Led by the Vermont Trails and Greenways Council (VTGC) and supported by partners Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports, the Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT), Vermont Mountain Bike Association (VMBA), Upper Valley Trails Alliance (UVTA), and Community Geographics, the Hub exemplifies the power of collaboration.

This ground-laying work is made possible by the Vermont Outdoor Recreation Economic Collaborative (VOREC) Community Grant Program.

The Trail Accessibility Hub is tackling accessibility challenges through innovative and collaborative initiatives this year:

Conducting over 50 trail assessments to identify opportunities for redesigning and building adaptive mountain bike, aquatic, and pedestrian trails.

Developing resources to guide trail managers in creating accessible outdoor spaces.

Enhancing the state-supported Trail Finder website to showcase accessible and adaptive trails.

Providing technical assistance and hosting webinars to build expertise in trail accessibility.

Engaging directly with people with disabilities to ensure their voices shape trail improvements.

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Weathersfield Town Information

Town Calendar

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)
Conservation Commission (1 Vacancy)
Development Review Board (1 Vacancy)
Energy Coordinator (1 Vacancy)
Veterans Memorial Committee (2 Vacancies)


Select Board



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

Chair

2027

Vice Chair

2026

Clerk

2027

Member

2026

Member

2025




Select Board Meets: No dates announced on the Town Website


*Vermont Open Meeting Law
Minute 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 meetingMeeting 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



Weathersfield School


February 7th Early Release Day All students dismissed at 12:00 PM
February 8th Family Dance 3-5:00 PM
February 10th-14th Lunch with a Loved One
February 11th Weathersfield School Board Meeting at 6:30 PM
February 17th-21st Winter Break No School for Students

School News Weekly Newsletter: February 7

Lunch with a Loved One
During the week of February 10th-14th you have the opportunity to select one of the days and have lunch with your loved one. We have made it flexible for families to select any day of the week to enjoy lunch. The Lunch schedule is as follows:

Grades 3-5 10:50 AM -11:20 AM
Grades K-2 11:30 AM -12:00 PM
Grades 6-8 12:10 PM - 12:40 PM
Mark your calendars now.

Weathersfield School Board
Meeting Agendas may be found HERE

Weathersfield School Board meets on Tuesdays
In Person at Weathersfield School (135 Schoolhouse Road, Ascutney)
Location: 135 Schoolhouse RD Ascutney 

School Board Meetings Agendas and Minutes




Things to Do In and Around Weathersfield
Arts, Entertainment, Volunteer, and Health


Weathersfield Proctor Library 

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!


Perkinsville Music Series 

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.

Upcoming schedule:
March 2nd Paula Boyle
April 6th Rik Palieri
May 4th Bill Brink
June 1st Jacob McLaughlin

Please follow them on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/PerkinsvilleChurch or send email to churchperkinsville@gmail.com


Weathersfield Center Church and Meeting House


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


Weathersfield Historical Society


Weathersfield Parks and Recreation

Follow them on their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550836741096


Weathersfield Tai Chi
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.


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.


Thrive Thrift Store & Community Resource Center


Entertainment

All shows are at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise stated.

ALL EVENTS

2025

Mike McDonald’s Comedy Extravaganza, February 7, 7:30 PM TICKETS

Recycled Percussion, February 8, 2 & 7 PM TICKETS

City Lights (Silent Film with Bob Merrill on piano), February 13, 7 PM FREE but please REGISTER

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival, February 14, 7 PM TICKETS

Dom Flemons LOH on Location, February 15, 7:30 PM TICKETS

Maria Bamford, March 7, 7:30 PM TICKETS

Lee Rocker of the Stray Cats, March 8, 7:30 PM TICKETS

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

RENT (the movie) March 20, 7 PM FREE but please REGISTER

San Jose Taiko, March 30, 4 PM TICKETS

San Jose Taiko, Youth Education Series, March 31, 10 AM FREE but please REGISTER

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

Comedian Bob Marley, May 10, 8 PM TICKETS

The Great Gatsby Ballet, May 13, 7 PM TICKETS

Theater Works USA: Ada Twist, Scientist and Friends, Youth Education Series, May 19, 10 AM FREE but please REGISTER


Recycled Percussion – Winter Tour February 15, 2025 at 2 PM & 7 PM

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


Yoga in Weathersfield

Whole Roasted Tro

Crown Point Country Club

Class Schedule January Classes 

Tuesday Evenings 5:30-6:30pm | Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25  

Wednesday Mornings 9-10am | Feb. 5, 12, 19, 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.


You must Register for each class by emailing Lisa




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:
  • 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.
For more information: Call (802) 674-5971 Email via@mahhc.org
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/


Visit Our Local Restaurants

The Copper Fox 56 Main St., Ste. 1 Springfield, VT 05156 (802) 885-1031
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.

Harpoon Beer Garden and Brewery 802-674-5491
336 Ruth Carney Drive
Windsor, VT 05089

Inn at Weathersfield (802) 263-9217 
Dine inside or outside Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, call for a reservation 802-263-9217. 1342 VT Route 106 Perkinsville, VT 05151

Maybelline's (802) 591-4311
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:

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.


Mt. Ascutney Hospital Open for Walk-Ins M-F 1-5 PM

Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center is now offering walk-in service on weekday afternoons for people ages 2 and older, according to a news release.

The visits are available for urgent, but non-emergency medical needs Monday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. Patients can check in at the hospital’s central registration, through the main entrance.

Some of the conditions appropriate for care through walk-in services are minor cuts and burns; urinary tract infections; strains and sprains; minor fractures; rashes; and ear, sinus and eye infections. In addition, X-ray and lab services are available on-site.

A nurse will be on hand to determine if a patient’s condition calls for transfer to the emergency department.



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