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Mountain Gazette, November 1, 2012 www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com HONOR YOUR VETRAN Page IN THE NOVEMBER 15 PAPER mtgazette@earthlink.net Vol. 11 No. 9 Serving Bolton, Cambridge, Jeffersonville, Jericho, Underhill and Westford, VT November 1, 2012 Jeffersonville to Burlington commuter bus is coming By Phyl Newbeck Special to the Mountain Gazette Public transportation is coming to Cambridge, Jeffersonville, Underhill and Jericho. At October meetings with the Jericho and Underhill Select Boards, CCTA’s Meredith Birkett outlined the organization’s plan for a bus route which might start as early as the summer of 2013. For the CCTA, the Jeffersonville commuter line is a priority. Over the years, residents from the affected communities have requested a dedicated bus line. The decision to create a new route is based on estimated performance metrics which look at cost and estimated ridership. The latter is determined by assessing how many people commute into Burlington and extrapolating potential ridership based on the percentage of riders on other routes. The plan would be to have the bus run Monday through Friday, twice in the morning and twice in the afternoon. The bus would travel mostly on Route 15 with one or two stops in Cambridge, Underhill and Jericho. It would head through Essex Center and into downtown Burlington, with stops at Fletcher Allen Health Care/ UVM and the Champlain Mill in Winooski. If requested, the bus would stop at other locations such as St. Michael’s College but it would be a commuter line, not a local bus route. There will be certain “time points” along the way where the bus couldn’t leave until a set time. Buses will be equipped with WIFI and a bicycle rack for two bikes. The cost would be $2 per ride with a $75 monthly pass available as well as a ten-pass which does not feature a price break. Based on commuting data and experience with other routes, Birkett estimates there will be 70 riders total each day (35 each way). CCTA would start with buses that seat 35 and allow for 17 additional standees, but slightly larger buses (39 seats and 19 standees) would be added if ridership expands. It generally takes three years for a route to gain full ridership and if that doesn’t happen, the route would be abandoned. CCTA calculates the cost of providing the Jeffersonville commuter line at $210-215,000 per year. There are two possible avenues for funding. CCTA usually applies for Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) grants. These are federal funds that come from the Agency of Transportation through a competitive bidding process. CMAQ pays 80% and there is a 20% local match of about $42,000 to be divided equally among the three towns. If ridership is higher than expected, the match amount would be lowered. This year, however, there is another funding option through the Circ Alternatives Process; funding which might be available since the route would go through Essex Center. The Circ Alternatives Process has the potential of providing 100% funding with no need for a local match, at least for a period of time. In either funding alternative, if the route is successful, the state would take over funding 80% of the cost but the towns would still have to provide the local match. In order to have a bus line, there must be a bus stop. The Jericho Energy Task Force commissioned a study on potential Park and Ride locations in town but the location they proposed to the Select Board on municipally owned land at the corner of Route 15 and Packard Road was not accepted because of public objections. Birkett said it is crucial to find a suitable bus stop location. Municipally owned lots are preferred, but lease arrangements can be made as a stopgap measure. Likewise, although room for a bus to turn around would be ideal, the bus could stop along the road, provided there is safe passage for riders to cross the road. At the Jericho Select Board meeting, resident David Villeneuve offered two potential locations for parking: one at his old sawmill on Route 15 in the Riverside/ Underhill Flats area and one in the Commercial District on Route 15 across from Irish Family Farm. Both the Jericho and Underhill Select Boards voted to support the bus line and will be drafting letters of support so the CCTA can pursue funding. Birkett will meet with the Cambridge Select Board on November 5. The public will have a chance to weigh in on the proposed route at a series of public hearings which have yet to be scheduled. Caitlin Ackerman named Novice World Champion by AQHA Caitlin Ackerman and Ziptown Doc were crowned the amateur all-around winners at the 2012 Nutrena East Novice Championship; the pair also won Novice amateur showmanship, hunt seat equitation and horsemanship. JOURNAL PHOTO Preston Pond: A Hidden Gem in Bolton were presented at a public hearing on October By Phyl Newbeck Special to the Mountain Gazette Ten years ago, the Vermont Land Trust helped the town of Bolton purchase the almost 400acre Preston Pond area. The property is part of the ambitious Chittenden County Uplands Conservation Project through which several parcels of land in the eastern end of the county have been conserved. A management plan was created after the purchase, but the Vermont Land Trust requires that this document be updated every ten years. The Bolton Select Board appointed a committee which is currently working on that project with help from the public. The committee members have various areas of expertise including forestry, ornithology and recreation. One of the first steps in the process was the creation of a survey to determine the public’s use of the land. The survey was included in the town’s Annual Report and available on-line. Although survey return was relatively low, the committee was able to gather some information on who uses the land and for what purposes. The survey also asked some open-ended questions such as what kind of improvements people would like to see, with one respondent requesting that trail maps be posted at trail heads. In addition to the survey, the public had the opportunity to provide their thoughts about Preston Pond during two field sessions on the property. The first session wasn’t well publicized, but eight people walked the land for the second session on a day which probably would have featured better attendance had it not been raw and rainy. The results of the survey and field sessions 22 which allowed other Bolton residents to contribute their ideas. Although only a few people attended the meeting, those present were interested in the revised plan. Committee members explained that the current document is geared towards recreation issues while the revision will add sections discussing wildlife management. Although there is no way to ascertain the exact number of people who use the property, Joss Besse, a member of the committee, said he almost always sees a car or two at the Notch Road parking access. Another access point on Stage Road only has room for one car and is less well used. Besse said the land is home to hiking trails, a segment of the VAST trail and rock climbing. Aside from snowmobiles, motorized vehicles are prohibited. Occasionally the hiking trails are used by mountain bikers or horseback-riders which is something that must be addressed in the revised management plan since these uses have a greater impact on the trail. Likewise, the plan will continue to address limits on rock climbing during peregrine falcon nesting periods. The revised management plan is expected to deal with both wildlife and forestry management issues. Besse said the parcel has an overabundance of red maples with very little tree diversity. In order to make the property more attractive for wildlife, some trees will probably have to be harvested. Besse hopes to convince people that some selective cutting will make the property more attractive to birds and other wildlife. Another piece that Besse would like to see in the management plan is a history of the property. Jerry Mullen is the most recent owner of the land and he has a significant store of knowledge regarding its past uses. Both Besse and Mullen feel strongly that the plan should include this history so it is not lost over time. The committee will take the public comments they have received and integrate them into a revised plan which will be presented at a public hearing next spring. Caitlin Ackerman and Ziptown Doc win Novice amateur showmanship at the 2012 Nutrena East Novice Championship. JOURNAL PHOTO The American Quarter Horse Association has just put the wraps on their 1st annual Novice World Championship series held on October 12, 2012 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee and all eyes were on 20 year old Vermont native Caitlin Ackerman of Jericho, as she worked her way through multiple qualifiers, semi-finals and finals in classes ranging from 141-198 entries, to become the 2012 AQHA Eastern North American All-Around Amateur Champion. Caitlin and her 12 year old gelding “Zip Town Doc” took the gold in Hunt seat Equitation, Western Horsemanship, and Showmanship as well as 12th in Western Pleasure in this inaugural event held at the Mid Tennessee University Show facility in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. With nearly 3000 entries from all over North America, the Eastern Championship show overshadowed the Western Championship event which ran concurrently in Las Vegas, Nevada. Exhibitors in these 2 shows were invited based on qualifying points in the 2011 season. Caitlin started her equestrian endeavors at Freedom Farm in Jericho, and is a 3 time 4H state champion. She now trains at Powderbrook Farm, a facility known for AQHA world champions in Harwinton, CT. She is a 2010 graduate of Mount Mansfield Union H.S. and is a junior at Champlain College in Burlington, Vermont. Girls Soccer A Team wins vs. Colchester in PK’s The 2012 BRMS A Team played their final game Wed vs Colchester on a beautiful fall day. The game was one of the most exciting games we have played. The score was 3-3 at the end of 60 minutes. BRMS won in Pk’s 3-1. Great goals were scored by both teams: Colchester scored first in the 6th minute, BRMS countered in the 20th minute when Molly Finn used her composed dribble in the box and buried a shot in the back of the net, then Colchester had a goal called back just before half. In the second half, Fionn Manning rocketed a shot past the keeper in the first 1:45, and then Colchester Soccer continued on page 16 www.mountingazetteofvermont.com Page 2 Mountain Gazette, November 1, 2012 POLICE REPORTS On Saturday October 26, 2012, State Police conducted a motor vehicle stop on Gage Towers, 19 of Huntington, VT, on Hinesburg Hollow Road in Huntington. During the stop, Towers was found to be in possession of marijuana. Towers was cited into the Chittenden Criminal Division for Possession of Marijuana and subsequently released. Towers was cited to appear in Chittenden Superior Court Criminal Division on December 11, 2012. CASE#: 12A10421 The Vermont State Police are investigating the theft from a motor vehicle on Bert White Rd. in Huntington. Taken from the vehicle was cash, prescription medication and the victim’s driver’s license. The theft occurred between 3:00 PM on October 24 and was a 2002 Red Honda XR80R dirt bike. It was believed to be taken between 2:00 PM on October 19 and 9:00 AM, October 20. If anyone has information regarding the theft of the motorcycle, they are asked to contact the Vermont State Police Williston, (802) 878-7111. CASE#: 12A104140 On October 12, 2012 at approximately 9:23 AM, a clerk at the Jolley Mobil in Jericho called the Vermont State Police in Williston to report a theft of gasoline that had just occurred. The clerk advised a woman had pumped gas into her car and drove away without paying. The clerk provided a description of the woman and her vehicle. Tpr. Dan Kerin and Tpr. Chris Hunt were patrolling in the Jericho area when the theft occurred and responded to the call. Lucy Tompkins, 36, Milton, VT, was stopped by Tpr. Hunt on VT Rt. 15 in Underhill a few minutes after leaving the Jolley Mobil. Utilizing the information provided by the store clerk and store’s video surveillance system, the accused was arrested and cited for this retail theft of gasoline, and four other incidents of gasoline theft. The accused had stolen a total of $306 dollars worth of gasoline in the past two weeks. Tompkins was cited to appear in Chittenden District Court on December 11, 2012 to answer to the charges. CASE#: 12A104138 On October 24, 2012 at approximately 10:34 PM, VSP Trooper Busier was on routine patrol in the Town of Cambridge. While FRESH FISH FRESH LIVE conducting stationary radar (pulled off in front of Kinney Drugs Cooked Shrimp, & SHELLFISH facing westbound) on VT RT 15, he observed a vehicle traveling LOBSTERS Squid, Conch, Octopus, eastbound at 55 in a 35. Traffics stop conducted. Female operator advised the officer that her 12 year old was home alone having Whole Belly Clams, Lake Champlain Yellow Perch, an asthma attack. The Trooper followed her home (a few miles) Sea Scallops, Homemade Seafood Chowder, Creemee to assist. At the home the female did not have an emergency Stand Open & New England Clam Chowder and was ultimately attempting to get out of a ticket. The female 7 Pinecrest Drive, Essex Jct. 1-802-879-3611 gave false ID (her sister’s name) and acted disorderly; (nasty Open Daily 10-8 • EAT-IN OR TAKE OUT RESTAURANT and volatile behavior). Ultimately the investigation revealed that she was Amanda Stuart, 35 of Jeffersonville, VT; DLSC and in Violation of Conditions. Trp. Hunt was called to her ID the female. Upon his arrival the female locked herself back in the home. Another female was ID at the home and came out to get a purse from the suspect vehicle. When she was detained for questioning Stuart came running at the Trooper. Stuart was tackled, determined to not have a weapon, and taken into custody. During custody Stuart spat blood at troopers, threatened harm with a weapon and to I’m Running For State Office For Your Family and Mine! burn their houses down. Sturat was arrested and charged with Disorderly Conduct, Violation of Conditions, Simple Assault, DLSC, and False info to police, speeding and no insurance for the stop. She was cited to appear in Lamoille County Court on December 31, 2012. Stuart was lodged at Chittenden Regional Correctional Facility. Bail was set at $5000. CASE#: 12a104195 Vermont State Police responded to motor vehicle crash involving five vehicles, including at tractor trailer unit, on Interstate 89 northbound near mile marker 70 in the Town of Bolton. At the time of the crash, Assistant Town Clerk for Jericho it was raining heavily causing reduced visibility and areas of standing water on the roadway. The multi-vehicle crash started when 2006 Toyota Corolla driven by Atasi Das, 31, of Brattleboro, VT, hydroplaned, Proudly raised in Vermont, collided with the guardrail and was then struck by a 2003 my parents and teachers Tractor Trailer Unit driven by Dale Marshall, 62 of Jericho, instilled in me the VT. A second incident occurred shortly after when traffic slowed importance of dedication as a result of the first incident. to family, community and A chain reaction occurred when a 2007 Volkswagen Passat country. A successful small driven by Kelly Davisson, 26 of Charlotte, VT, failed to slow business owner for 10 down and rear-ended a 2004 Infiniti G35 driven by Michael years, I understand Selen, 62 of Woodstock, VT, which subsequently rear-ended commitment and hard work. the 2003 Oldsmobile Alero operated by Bernard Sage, 71 Being the current Assistant of Shelburne, VT. The Atasi Das was transported to the hospital Town Clerk for Jericho has with minor injuries. Three of the vehicles were towed from the inspired me to further roadway causing traffic delays on Interstate 89 northbound for dedicate myself to this approximately 1 hour. On October 19, 2012 at community by serving approximately 6:03 AM, as your Vermont State Police were call to Cherry Tree Lane, Cambridge, State Representative VT where they arrested Andrew Bechard, 38 of Cambridge, VT in Montpelier. for domestic assault. Bechard was arraigned at Lamoille County Superior Court. CASE#: 12A104123 and 12A104127 On October 18, 2012 at approximately 12:41AM the Paid for by the committee to elect Debbie for State Representative Richmond police were notified 11 Twin Meadows Lane, Jericho VT 05465 of a family fight at 138 Lower Circle. Officer Hansell was debbie4Staterep@gmail.com Ray’s Seafood 4:00 PM on October 25. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Vermont State Police at 388-4919. Information can also be submitted online at www.vtips.info or text “CRIMES” (274637) to Keyword: VTIPS. CASE#: 12A104200 On Tuesday October 23, 2012 at approximately 12:56 AM, Troopers stopped a vehicle for a speed violation. It was discovered that the operator, Timothy Wesson, 18 of Jericho, VT, was criminally suspended. Wesson was arrested without incident and transported to the Williston State Police Barracks for processing. Wesson was later released with a citation. Wesson will appear in court in Burlington on November 11, 2012 at 8:30 AM. CASE #:12A104178 On October 20, 2012 at 10:00 AM, Vermont State Police Williston dispatch received a report of a stolen motorcycle from a residence at 1000 Main Road in Huntington, VT. The motorcycle Market & Restaurant FRESH FISH MARKET for State Representative With Your Vote I Will: • Create and keep good jobs that pay good wages. • Reduce the tax burden. • Continue to keep education the building block for the future of our children. Police continued on page 3 Mountain Gazette, November 1, 2012 COMMUNITY COLUMNIST Evil By Suzanne Kusserow Senior Guest Columnists A friend of Bill’s and mine, whom we have known for many years, recently seemed to trust us enough to broaden our history of his past. So he told us this story about evil as it concerned him. Forty years ago, he was a student in a foreign country, where the police state was ever present, and where unjustified arrests, tortures and ‘disappearances’ were commonplace. He was and is a homosexual. He and a citizen of that country fell in love, and over their student years tried to maintain this meaningful relationship. It was a permanent union for them both. The police state in this country relied on informers, paranoia, gossip, betrayal, to enforce their power, and homosexuality was not only illegal but morally hated. Both of them were arrested, along with other ‘suspects’. They rode together, silently, packed into the back of a truck, not knowing where they were going, but certain that it would end in death. Our friend was ‘lucky’. He was severely beaten, thrown out of the moving truck and left to die. Only the help of a silent and stalwart group of friends, ended with his return to this country. His memories, and his lost life-partner, still haunt him. We all have various opinions about homosexuality, varying from acceptance to no attention to dislike to avoidance to ostracism and political action. But we do not kill. And it was chilling for us to realize such a brilliant and constant friend had been pushed towards death for being himself. I certainly have known dislike, twice in my life turning into hatred towards someone, but I have never personally experienced evil. Very few of us do. We know what it is and recognize it, with a shudder, in others. We recognize its milder forms: bullying, isolation from general society and in recent years, cowardly anonymous torture via technology. The dictionary definition gives it a moral and cultural tone: “anything impairing happiness or welfare, or causing affliction”. It is defined using oppositesas-definition: “deviation from virtue, opposed to good”. And it www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Page 3 has cultural connotations: The Salem Witch Trials were started by gossip, supported by silent greed for up-for-grabs valuable land, and were given justification, mainly because of fits and hallucinations (which by present detection, are now attributed to ergotamine-laden rust on rye plants, used for bread.) So, what is considered evil is changed by time and place. The people who view it and turn away in fear and disgust, have the observer status; those who perpetrate it seem to be able to justify evil, supported by a power base that is vividly and horribly askew. Somehow, dislike is based on reasons, not necessarily logical, but meaningful to the person who protects himself by the right of free thinking. We can disguise it under such mild names as psychologically-acceptable analysis, selfishness as conceit; we can have small omissions of kindness and justify this as our personal freedom. Such dislike is objective: always in others, not demanded of ourselves. In contrast, evil is a human malignancy that seems to be inherent, even in minute amounts as a distorted twisting of the human spirit. Even the word seems far from us; we shudder thinking about its horrific end results, but we do not feel it is, or can be, truly a part of us. Perhaps this is why it is so powerful; it is something we consider apart from us, viewed from the distance of our moral protective barriers. And the reason it can amass power is our denial that it is a natural microcosm of our structure, left over from cave man survival. We see evil outside of us, trying to look at it through eyes that resist being fully open. But we need to admit that it is a streak within our developing selves that we must continually keep in its microscopic form. What can one do to combat evil? Recognize it in minute and milder forms within ourselves: jealousy, greed, bullying, ostracism, misuse of power, delusional megalomania. Develop and defend a moral code that admits and discusses the existence and range of evil, in us as well as in others. Do not excuse certain variegations of our rich lives that tend to blot out others ‘different’ from us; we are, in a sense, united by this streak of potential evil, that reminds us of how much kindness and good we also have, in natural abundance, inside us. UNDERHILL JERICHO FIRE DEPT. By Kitty Clark EMERGENCY CALLS: September 29, 4:18 PM - EMS, Jericho September 30, 9:27 PM - Responded to 44 Orchard, Underhill for a smoke alarm activation October 1, 5:46 PM - EMS, Underhill October 2, 9:20 PM - Responded to 44 Orchard, Underhill for smoke alarm activation October 7, 8:19 PM - Responded to Jericho Elementary School, Jericho for an alarm sounding October 8, 9:08 AM - EMS, Jericho October 9, 7:07 PM - Responded to the area of 170 VT RT 15, Jericho for a two vehicle accident October 10, 3:58 PM - EMS, Jericho October 12, 5:31 PM - Assisted Essex Rescue at Mills River Park, Jericho October 12, 10:24 PM - Lift Assist for Essex Rescue, Jericho October 14, 6:22 AM - Responded to the area of 217 Lee River Rd., Jericho for a car into a tree October 15, 9:25 AM - Responded to Jericho Elementary School, Jericho for fire alarm activation Police continued from page 2 tied up with a DUI at the time so Troopers from Williston were dispatched to the scene. Upon their arrival the victim Jessica A. Cross, 25 of Richmond, VT, had fled the scene. At 2:48 AM the victim was able to make contact with the police. Based on her statement it was determined that she had been assaulted by Chad M. Beane, 29, of Richmond, VT, and held against her will when she initially tried to leave the home. Beane is alleged to have pushed her down and then held her in place by sitting on top of her preventing her from leaving the residence. He also would block the exits to the home each time she attempted to leave. Officers from the Richmond police went to the home again at approximately 7:30 AM to arrest Beane on the charges. Once placed in the cruiser he became combative and began to head butt the cruiser partition and kick at the door. Beane was transported to the court to wait arraignment on charges of Domestic Assault & Unlawful restraint. At the time of the event a 1 and 3 year old were in the home. CASE: 12RM00963 On October 18, 2012 at 3:50 AM Vermont State Troopers stopped a vehicle for defective equipment. Investigation revealed that the operator Matthew Jarvis, 29 of Jeffersonville, VT, license was criminally suspended. Jarvis was taken into custody and processed at the Saint Albans Barracks then released on a citation. CASE#:12A204743 On October 15, 2012 at 3:30 PM, Vermont State Troopers WINTER TIRES • Foreign & Domestic Auto Repair • Wrecker Service • Brakes • Exhaust • Shocks & Struts • Lifetime Muffler • Maintenance Service • Vermont State Inspection • Windshields Replaced Visa Citgo Discover Mastercard American Express Nokia, Hakkapeliitia & Bridgestone Tire Ted & Jeff Alexander Rt. 15, Underhill 899-2056 stopped a vehicle for defective equipment. Investigation revealed that the operator Cassandra Sweeney, 21of Jeffersonville, VT, license was criminally suspended. Sweeney was taken into custody, processed at the Saint Albans Barracks then released on a citation. CASE#:12A204863 The Mountain Gazette 6558 VT Rt 116 Starksboro, VT 05487 (802) 453-6354 • mtgazette@earthlink.net wwwmountaingazetteofvermont.com Deadline: Nov. 8, Publication: Nov. 15 Brenda Boutin editor/publisher/ad sales /delivery News writer - Phyl Newbeck, Sports writer - Richard Mindell Letters Policy: Maximum 450 words; one letter per writer, per calendar month. Must be signed for attribution with writer’s address and phone number TRAVELING? DON’T PACK THE CAT. Make your appointment now for a full vehicle check up. Village Service & Auto Repair October 15, 3:50 PM - EMS, Jericho October 16, 6:35 PM - Responded to the area of 483 VT RT 15, Underhill for car vs. deer October 20, 10:20 AM - Assisted Essex Rescue at Mills River Park, Jericho October 23, 12:20 PM - EMS, Jericho SAFETY MESSAGE: Colder weather is now upon us, make sure your heating equipment is cleaned and serviced by a qualified technician and is ready for a long winter. Keep space heaters at safe distance from combustible materials such as papers, curtains, bedding, clothing, etc. Follow your manufacturer’s instructions. Use only proper fuel in each heating appliance. Improper use of heating equipment is dangerous. Make sure all of your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors have fresh batteries and test them every month, also make sure that you and your family have a fire escape plan and that you practice it at least twice a year. Be Safe, not Sorry, and remember to: Practice Fire Safety Everyday!! Instead, check your cat into The Inn at Affectionately Cats, a state-of-the-art boarding facility with a warm, stress-free environment, a large playroom, and most importantly, medical supervision. Underhill’s Family Owned Locally Operated Aumotive Center for 31 Years Space is limited, Call: 860-CATS (2287) Affectionately Cats Feline Veterinary Hospital and Boarding Suites www.affectionatelycats.com WORSHIP SERVICES CALVARY EPISCOPAL CHURCH Calvary Episcopal Church is a welcoming, caring, Christian Community called to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ, grow our spiritual gifts, and serve our neighbors. VT RT 15, Jericho Sunday Worship Service 9:30 AM Rev. Regina Christianson Rector Karen Floyd, Parish Administrator, 899-2326 www.calvarychurchvt.weebly.com GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA) 273 VT RT15 - between Jericho and Underhill Rev. Dan Steinbauer, Interim Pastor. Sunday Worship 9:00 AM - Nursery Provided Sunday School for all ages - 10:30 AM gslcvt@myfairpoint.net www. GoodShepherdJericho.org JERICHO CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH “An Historic Church Proclaiming an Eternal Message” On the green in Jericho Center, VT Pastor Peter Anderson & Youth Pastor Glenn Carter Sunday Services at 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM Nursery Care provided • Sunday School at 9:30 AM for all ages Fellowship at 10:30 AM Sunday Youth Group at 6:15 PM 899-4911; www.jccvt.org JERICHO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH “Open Hearts, Open Minds, OPen Doors” 71 Vermont Route 16, Jericho (next to the Town Hall) Rev. Sangchurl Bae, 899-4288 Sunday Worship Service, 9:00 AM Children’s Sunday School, 9:00 AM Men’s breakfast - third Sunday, 7:00 PM jerichoumc@jumvt.org www.jumcvt.org MOUNT MANSFIELD UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP A Liberal Spiritual Community 195 VT RT 15, Jericho, VT 05465 Phone: 899-2558 website www.mmuuf.org We gather at 9:30 AM at the newly renovated space at 195 VT RT 15, Jericho (red barn across from Packard Road) on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of September - June for worship, reflection, growth, and support. All are welcome. ST. THOMAS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH “Worshiping God in Spirit and in Truth in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass” On Green Street in Underhill Center Weekend Masses: Saturday 4:30 PM Sunday 8:30 AM Pastor: Rev. Charles “Rick” Danielson Deacon: Peter Brooks Religious Ed. Coordinator: Laura Lynch Wells, 899-4770 Parish Secretary: Theresa Gingras Phone: 802-899-4632, email: stthomas5@myfairpoint.net Website: www.stthomasvt.com UNITED CHURCH OF UNDERHILL “Welcoming, Worshipping, Working for God” At the Green on route 15 - Rev. Kevin Goldenbogen - 899-1722 www.unitedchurchofunderhill.com Worship and Sunday School 10:30 AM Local and Global Mission and Service Outreach Opportunities for families, men, women and youth Streaming audio sermons: www.becauseyoumay.com www.mountingazetteofvermont.com Page 4 Mountain Gazette, November 1, 2012 HEALTH Is organic worth it? By Mary Kintner, D.C., R.N. Recently a Stanford study on organic produce, meat and dairy was released. The headlines read no benefit was noted for buying organic vs. conventional food; however when delving into the study’s findings, there was more to the studies than the headlines revealed. Most people choose organic to avoid exposure to pesticides, herbicides, hormones, antibiotics and other chemicals used in conventional farming. Pesticide exposure has been found to be reduced when consuming organic foods; this is especially important for pregnant women, children, the elderly, and people dealing with a chronic illness. One study followed a group of children for years and found those who ate conventionally grown foods had 4-7% lower IQs than those who ate organic foods. It has been found that there was a 30% lower pesticide residue and 67% lower antibiotic resistant bacteria in the urine of organic food consumers. We do not know the long term effects of pesticides. Antibiotic resistance infectious organisms could have huge societal implications because of an elevated risk of epidemics. Another consideration is the nutritional composition of food. Foods raised organically must compete to live causing them to develop healthful phytonurients such as antioxidants, Vitamin C and polyphenols. Conventionally raised foods are typically only feed potassium, nitrogen and phosphorous. Furthermore, unlike fifty years ago, crops are not rotated so the soil becomes depleted of trace minerals necessary for many vital functions in the body. Selenium and chromium are two examples of trace minerals. Organic growing has lower environmental impacts so it is better for the planet. Organic farm workers are not exposed to chemicals that have been linked to cancers such as non Hodgkins lymphoma, multiple myeloma, soft tissue sarcoma and cancers of the skin, lip, stomach brain and the prostate. One of the Stanford researchers, Dena Bravata, M.D. said, the aim of the research was to educate consumers not discourage organic food consumption: “If you look beyond health effects there are plenty of reasons to buy organic instead of conventional.” She cited environmental impacts and animal welfare as just a couple of the reasons. NBC news’ medical correspondent, Nancy Snyderman, spoke about her concerns with the lack of knowledge about the long term implications of some of the chemicals used in conventional farming. My advice is: buy locally whenever you can because it is fresher food and not as likely to be large scale agribusiness. This means, fewer chemicals and greater nutrients. Some foods are listed as “the dirty dozen.” These are foods that have high levels of chemical contamination: bell peppers, peaches, apples, imported nectarines and grapes, strawberries (Andrew Weill M.D., “father of integrated medicine” says he wouldn’t eat a grocery store strawberry…), cherries, pears, spinach, potatoes, lettuce, celery, cucumbers and green beans have all made various lists of foods to avoid buying conventionally. Other foods are less important to buy organically so you can save a little money and buy conventionally. These include onions, corn, pineapple, avocados cabbage, peas, asparagus, mangoes, eggplants, kiwi, cantaloupe, grapefruit, watermelon and mushrooms. Everyone involved in health care today, including the Stanford researchers, agree that we all need to eat more produce. To optimize your health increase your consumption of fruits and vegetables. Strategically choose what you buy organically. I believe nutrition is the chemistry that runs the body. Consequently what you eat matters! Mary Kintner, D.C., R.N. is a chiropractor and nutritional counselor practicing Jericho The Trustees of Community Health Services of Lamoille Valley (CHSLV) and the Trustees of Copley Hospital are pleased to announce that “The Women’s Center” will officially become a Copley Hospital-owned practice as of December 28, 2012. CHSLV currently operates “The Women’s Center,” which offers comprehensive obstetric and gynecological care from its clinic at 530 Washington Highway in Morrisville. The practice collaborates closely with the Copley Hospital Birthing Center. This collaboration has resulted in outstanding reputations for the patient-centered care at both “The Women’s Center” and Copley Hospital’s Birthing Center. “The mid-wives already work so closely with the hospital that it makes sense to have them fully within the hospital,” said Dana Wildes, Chair of Copley Hospital’s Board of Trustees. “By bringing this service under the hospital, we continue to provide seamless women’s health services for all phases of a woman’s life. It is important that we keep access to these services available and close to home.” “Our board felt strongly that this transition is good for our patients, our providers and our community,” said Brice Simon, J.D., Esq., Chair of CHSLV’s Board of Directors. Both boards are committed to the long term sustainability of women’s health services in our community and to making the transition as seamless as possible. Patients of “The Women’s Center” should not be impacted by the transition in management. Women’s health services Jericho-Underhill Lions Club blood drawing November 7 The Jericho-Underhill Lions Club is sponsoring a blood drawing will be held Wednesday November 7 from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Covenant Church on Rt. 15, near the Essex/Jericho line across from John Leo’s. As usual, donors can enjoy pies and other desserts after donating. Donors will receive a free movie pass at the Essex Cinema and can enter a variety of raffles. There is a critical need for all types of blood. Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh over 110 lbs., and be in good health. 16 year olds can donate with parental permission. Local residents serve on the Saint Michael’s College Fire & Rescue Squad Thomas Beaudoin, son of Margaret and Wayne Beaudoin of Jericho, Vt, is a member of the Rescue Unit. Beaudoin, a senior sociology major, graduated from Mount Mansfield Union High School before coming to Saint Michael’s. Margaret D’Elia, daughter of Christopher and Rosemary D’Elia of Jeffersonville, VT, is a member of the Rescue Unit. D’Elia, a junior biochemistry major, graduated from Lamoille Union High School before coming to Saint Michael’s. MASSAGE FAMILY MEDICINE HEALTH DIRECTORY RATES 3.25”x1.5” - $18 each, must buy 5 - $90 Presenting Dr. Gil Theriault Presenting Dr. Gil Theriault Gil Theriault, MD provides comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages. New patients are welcome - call today to schedule an appointment with Dr. eriault or with any of the Richmond Family Medicine doctors. 30 West Main Street, Richmond • 802-434-4123 RichmondFamilyMedicine.org 3.25”x3” - $23 each, must buy 5 - $115 Email: mtgazette@ earthlink.net or call Brenda at 802-453-6354 Say Boo to Halloween Safety Nightmares By Dr. Lewis First with Kids It seems like only last year that I was teaching you a few safety tricks so that Halloween could be a treat for you and your children. Well, here we are a year later, and many of you are asking me for a few more hints so that Halloween is not a safety nightmare for anyone. First it is important to know that while people always worry about the safety of the treats your children bring home, the most serious injuries on Halloween involve eye injuries from carrying sharp objects, burns from flammable costumes, and injuries from collisions with cars. If you want to prevent these from happening, here are some tips: 1. If you are a trick-or-treater, remember to see and be seen. Avoid masks which can block your vision, replacing them with non-toxic hypoallergenic face paint or make-up. Wear brightly colored non-baggy or long flame-resistant costumes with reflective tape. Carry a flashlight, stay on the sidewalk, and approach only houses that are lit in the neighborhood you are familiar with. Wearing a necklace that glows in the dark can also help. 2. If you are the parents of a trick-or-treater, make sure your children are well-fed before they go out so you can inspect what they bring home before they want to eat it. My motto in this case is “when in doubt, throw it out!” Even though tampering with Halloween treats is rare, it can still happen. 3. Accompany children under 10, and review the route with older children (who should be traveling in groups) and give them a time to be home. Giving older children a cell phone to borrow for the evening if you can do that is also a good idea so they can reach you and you can reach them. Remember that the smaller the trick-or-treat bag, the shorter the distance traveled. 4. If your child is overweight, consider buying back their candy stash from them by trading it for a family weekend activity that they would enjoy in exchange. Another good idea is to not have your children eat all their candy at once or in the first few days after Halloween. Allow them one or two pieces a day instead of leaving it out for sampling at will. Parents, you need to be good role models and eat the Halloween candy in moderation yourself. 5. If you are a home that will be giving out treats, make sure your yard is clear of debris such as hoses, wet leaves, or flower pots that can trip a child. Keep lit pumpkins far out of the way of trick-or-treaters or consider using a battery or electric candle inside rather than a real lit candle. Don’t forget small hard candies can be a choking hazard for little ones. Hopefully tips like this will scare away any concerns you might have when it comes to making sure your Halloween is a safe one. Lewis First, M.D., is chief of Pediatrics at Vermont Children’s Hospital at Fletcher Allen Health Care and chair of the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Vermont College of Medicine. Diane Bertelsen receives promotion Diane Bertelsen received a promotion to Assessment Counselor at Maple Leaf Farm. Diane joined the staff in 2009 with 10 years experience in the treatment of substance abuse. She is currently enrolled at Johnson State College. OBITUARIES Howard C. Taylor, Jericho, VT, died at home on Oct. 23, 2012. He was 83. Howard was unique. We could talk of his many accomplishments: being part of the first crew to winter over at the South Pole, his years as Medical Examiner and as State Forensic Psychiatrist. We could mention his brilliant mind and sharp wit, or his love of frogs and his tendency to make odd and useful devices such as a rotating star-watching chair. Or we Obituaries continued on page 5 Mountain Gazette, November 1, 2012 www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com could keep it simple. He is gone and will be missed. Howard is survived by his wife, June Taylor; daughters, Jessie Taylor, Kate Taylor and Cyn Drinkwine; their spouses, Char Anderson and Don Drinkwine; grandsons, Rob, Zack, Adam and Clayton; and sister, Alice Day and her husband, Linc. He was predeceased by his sister, Barbara Schoen. The family will hold a private memorial at a later date. Harriet (Czuczman) Dychton, 83, Huntington, VT, died peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Sunday October 21, 2012. She was born in Stryj, Poland, on September 13, 1929. She studied nursing in Fulda, Germany, during WWII, and met Thaddeus, the love of her life, in a displaced person Camp in Boblingnen, and married on October 4, 1946. Harriet, Thaddeus, and 18 month old son, Christopher immigrated to Rochester, N.Y. in 1951. After the birth of her second son, she was employed at Bausch & Lomb as a Quality Inspector. Harriet and Thaddeus relocated to Huntington, VT in 1983, she worked at IBM. She was the “Beloved Babcia” on East Street attending many events at Brewster Pierce School as “fill in” grandparents. Her flower garden was her pride and joy and she adored all flowers, while she sat on her swing. Birding was a favorite pastime and passion, which she shared when volunteering at the Birds of Vermont Museum. She graciously acknowledges Julius Panuchi, and other brethren of the Dawn Bible Association, that have faithfully held a twice weekly bible study, via telephone, over the last several years. Harriet leaves family in Bonn, Germany, Krakow, Poland, and London, England; and is survived by her sons, Christopher Dychton and Julius Dychton (Colleen) of Huntington, VT; her four grandchildren, Helena (Ernie) Keen of Irondequoit, N.Y., Ian (Joanna) Dychton of East Rochester, N.Y., and Shannon and Cassandra Dychton of Huntington, VT; and one great-grandchild, Lillian Grace Keen, three years old. Harriet was an incredibly gracious person that shared a great sense of gratitude. She met all the challenges of her life with great faith and felt blessed to be surrounded by so many kind people throughout her life. We greatly appreciate and thank the wonderful VNA Hospice Team and support staff, especially Melanie, Mary, Michelle and Penny. A memorial service to honor, celebrate and remember Harriet was held at the Huntington Public Library from 3:30 to 5:30 PM on Saturday October 27, 2012. Arrangements made by Gifford Funeral Home, 22 Depot St., Richmond, VT 05477. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Richmond Rescue, 216 Railroad St., Richmond, VT 05477; or the Huntington Fire Dept., Huntington, VT 05462. Goin “Jack” Haskins died on September 11, 2012 in Homestead, Florida. He was born in Montpelier, VT, December 18, 1927 son of Goin E. Haskins, Sr. and May (Tobin) Haskins. After completing grammar school in Vermont, the family moved to Lexington, Massachusetts where Jack attended high school. He left high school to join the navy on January 25, 1944. After being honorably discharged from the service in 1946, he went to Manila in the Philippines to join his parents. After two years, Jack returned to the States, got his H.S equivalency, and attended UVM for two years. About 1953, Jack moved to York, Pennsylvania where his parents now lived and worked as a Tech Writer for Bendix Corporation. During all these years, Jack took flying lessons achieving his commercial, instrument and helicopter licenses. After 8 years with Bendix, Jack left to become a commercial pilot and flew for Bill Stube, a wealthy businessman with his own corporate aircraft. It was on a buying trip in 1965 that Stube took Jack to Padre Island, Texas to do some treasure diving. Jack found his first coin there. In 1967 he moved to the Keys and started treasure diving full time. Jack successfully salvaged treasure from the 1715 and 1733 fleets, the Concepcion and the San Josef (Panama) with a variety of partners. He recovered gold and silver, including the famous Haskins medallion which the late Mendel Peterson said was the most significant artifact found on the 1733 fleet. Jack was a lot more than a salver. Despite his erratic formal education, he was an internationally respected Spanish shipwreck scholar, researcher and Spanish colonial numismatist (he was a 39-year member of the American Numismatic Association). He taught himself to read Spanish, and then ‘Old (archaic) Spanish’. He went to the archives in Seville, Spain several times for extended research. It was while he was in Seville that he first started researching San Josef, which foundered off the west coast of Panama in 1631. Based on his research, Jack led a group of investors to Panama to look for it. The first day he anchored his Zodiac over where he thought it was located and found it within 50 feet of the anchor. I don’t think anyone has ever located an ancient shipwreck with such accuracy. a graduate of Essex Junction Much to Jack’s disappointment, the San Josef has never been High School. He was employed salvaged due largely to the politics of Panama. Jack is survived by and later retired from Yellow one aunt, Marian Tobin and many cousins. He was predeceased by Roadway Transportation as his parents, his sister, Dorothy, cousins and many uncles and aunts. a truck driver. David was Jack was cremated and after a service in Islamorada, Florida, half married on March 28, 2009, to his ashes were spread on the 1733 fleet. There will be a graveside Donna Cote in Milton. Among service at Mountain View Cemetery in Cambridge, VT at 10:00 Dave’s many interests, he AM on Monday November 5, 2012 where the remainder of his especially enjoyed antique ashes will be inurned in the family plot. tractor collecting and Wayne Roger Bissonette, 73, Hinesburg, VT, spending time with his family Williston, Fla. died peacefully in Gainesville, and friends. He is survived by Help us honor Fla., on October 13, 2012, following a brief his wife, Donna Blanchette of illness. He was born in Charlotte, March 2, 1939, Richmond; his son, Jeremy our Veterans the son of the late Verne and Daisy (Badore) Blanchette of Glendale, Calif.; Bissonette. He attended schools in Hinesburg his two daughters, Cherie Bolz and was a graduate of Hinesburg High School and her husband, Shawn, of in 1957. On November 27, 1957, he married Glendale, Calif., and Janelle Send us their Barbara Bryant of Winooski, VT, in St. Jude Jarvis and her husband, Eric, names or stories. Church, Hinesburg, VT. He was a 4H leader for of Colchester; a stepson, Tim several years following high school. The couple Cote and his fiancee, Sarah settled into farm life and Wayne was farming full time with his Halbach of St. Albans; two mtgazette@earthlink.net father until 1981, when he purchased the farm and was in charge stepdaughters, Kayla Glerum of the complete farm operation. Wayne was a community leader and her husband, Jeremy, of and served on a variety of civic committees in various capacities. South Burlington, and Kelly He was a member of the USDA for 47 years and had been an Badore and her husband, Eric, active board member, and was Vice President of the Vermont Farm of Milton; three grandchildren, Bureau and the Chittenden County Farm Bureau and held several Jayden and Bella Jarvis and different offices throughout the years. He was a selectman for Samantha Cote; six brothers the Town of Hinesburg for several years, and held many public and sisters, Jane Smith, Joann offices for the town and state. Wayne was dedicated to making Meunier and her husband, the world a better place, and has left a legacy that will affect all Bob, Linda Kourkoulis and who knew him for many years to come. He is survived by his her husband, Bobby, Randy loving and devoted family: wife of 55 years, Barbara; their three Blanchette and his wife, children and their spouses, Michael and Debra, Joe and Stephanie, Anne, Michael Blanchette all of Hinesburg, and Penny and Joe Egan of Essex Junction; six and Michele Couture and granddaughters, with whom he had a special bond, Kate, Sara, several nieces and nephews. Jeannine, Emma, Erin and Carrie; brother, Dwight Bissonette and The family would like to wife, Jacqueline, of Williston; sister, Gail Decker of Hinesburg; give special thanks to the numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and special cousin, Catherine Obituaries continued on page 7 Bishop of Brandon. Visiting hours were on Tuesday October 23, 2012, in the parish hall of St. Jude Church, Let us create a unique video Hinesburg, from 4:00 to 7:00 presentation for your wedding PM. A Memorial Mass will or special event! be celebrated on Wednesday October 24, 2012, at 11:00 AM. Gifford Funeral Service, 22 Depot St., Richmond, took 159 Pearl Street • Essex Junction care of arrangements. In lieu of (802) 879-4485 • 9:00-5:30 M-F, 10:00-2:00 Sat. flowers, donations in Wayne’s www.jonsdarkroom.com • mail@jonsdarkroom.com memory may be made to a fund to provide the residents of Hinesburg with new recreation facilities, c/o Merchants Bank of Hinesburg, 26 Ballards Corner Road, Hinesburg, VT, 05461, Hinesburg Fire Department, P.O. Box 12, Presently: Jericho Town Agent Hinesburg, VT, 05461, or St. Jude Church, 10759 Rte. 116, Jericho Grand Juror Hinesburg, VT 05461. Jericho Auditor David Blanchette, 6 0 , Richmond, DONALD W. MESSIER, RFP VT, died, Registered Financial Planner surrounded 12 West View Drive PO Box 330 by his Jericho, Vermont 05465 l o v i n g family, on Phone: 800-295-5158 FAX: 802-899-5243 E-mail: DWAMessier@aol.com M o n d a y, PERSONAL Oct. 15, • Jericho resident for 41 years 2012, in the Fletcher Allen • Married to Ann Messier for 45 years Health Care, in Burlington, • Father of two sons, both Eagle Scouts, ofcers, gentlemen, and doctors after a courageous battle with ALS. He was born on June 30, • Grandfather of four grandchildren 1952, in Essex Junction, the • Daily communicant for 27 years son of Thomas and Theresa EMPLOYMENT (Boutin) Blanchette. David was Page 5 OBITUARIES continued from page 4 Jon’s Darkroom & Frameshop FOR JUSTICE OF THE PEACE • • • • • • Superintendent of schools (retired) Principal of three different schools (retired) Registered Financial planner – Million Dollar Roundtable Award Stock broker (retired) Retired (Vermont State Teachers Retirement and Social Security) Sales Manager of three different nancial services corporations (retired) EDUCATION • B. A. Providence College • M.A. Faireld University • Fellowships from Stanford University, Johns Hopkins University, and University of Notre Dame VERMONT HEATING ALTERNATIVE 308 POND ROAD HINESBURG, VT 05461 802-343-7900 MEMBERSHIP, SERVICE, AND VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS • Rotary International – Essex Junction • Jericho Planning Commission – former member • Boy Scouts of America- Century Club • K of C – Fourth Degree – worked for Supreme for 10 years • Advisory Council to the President of Johnson State College – former member • Citizen’s Advisory Council for E.T.V. - former member • Associate Trustee , St. Michael’s College- former trustee • Million Dollar Roundtable – former recipient • President and Chief Negotiator , AFT/OFT Local 1488 former president • Phi Delta Kappa – former president of Alpha Chi Chapter and vice-president of VT Chapter • Chairman of the Champlain Valley Superintendents Association – former chairman • Chairman and member of the School Board for the Chittenden Cty. Correctional Center 13 yrs. • Vermont State Board of Education for the Correction Department – member 12 yrs. appointed by the governor • Project Angel Food – pick up and deliver member – 13 years • Fletcher Allen Hospital Volunteer – Eucharistic minister- 13 years • Vermont Alumni Chairperson for Providence College • Bishop Fund – Former Co-director for the UVM Newman Center • Sindonologist: www.shroud.com, Holy Shroud of Turin international speaker • Vermont Gregorian Chant Schola – St. Michael’s College • Elected on March 6, 2012 for Jericho: 1. Town Agent 2. Grand Juror 3. Auditor www.mountingazetteofvermont.com Page 6 Mountain Gazette, November 1, 2012 COMING EVENTS Thursday November 1 Author appearance, Bill Mares and Rick Peyser, a discussion and book signing, Phoenix Books Burlington, 191 Bank Street, Downtown Burlington at 7:00 PM. Free. More info: http:// phoenixbooks.biz or 448-3350. Saturday November 3 Saxon Hill School Fall Open House, 9:30 - 11:30am, 7 Redmill Drive, Jericho, VT (next to the “Old Red Mill”). For more information and information on current openings, please contact Tiffany Gilbert at 802-899-2400 or saxonhillregistrar@gmail.com Author appearance, Bonnie Clause, Phoenix Books Burlington, 191 Bank Street, Downtown Burlington at 7:00 PM, a multimedia presentation, discussion and book signing. Free. More info: http://phoenixbooks.biz or 448-3350. Using “Ancestry Library Edition” - Best Practices, Are you blown away by the massive amount of information found on Ancestry.com’s Library Edition? Join Tom DeVarney on Saturday, November 3, from 10:30 to noon, as he goes through procedures and tips that will make your searches more efficient. Classes are $5.00. The Vermont Genealogy Library is located on Hegeman Ave, Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester, across from the State Police Building. We are open for research Tuesdays 3 to 9:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 to 4. Please visit our website www.vt-fcgs.org or call 802-482-3075 for more info. Christmas Bazaar, The Saint Pius X Women’s Circle from 9:00AM – 3:00PM at St. Pius X Church, 20 Jericho Road in Essex. Bring the entire family to enjoy; Crafters, Our Sugarplum Bakery, Treasures From The Attic, Christmas Café, Raffles and more! Please call Cheryl @ 879-6122, Deb @ 878-5113 or Margaret 878-5997 for more informati Sunday November 4 Country Breakfast, St. Thomas Knights of Columbus Council #7810 from 8:00 to 11:00 AM in the parish hall. The buffet style breakfast will include juice, fruit, eggs, pancakes, sausage, bacon, home fries, and coffee or tea. The cost is by donation. The proceeds from the breakfast will be used to fund holiday food baskets for those in need. Questions call at 899-4632. Annual Turkey Dinner, St. Luke Parish, Fairfax at BFAFairfax, 3 sittings: 11:45 AM, and 12:45, 1:45 PM. Adults $10.00, Children 6-12 $5.00, under 6 are our guests. By reservation only, call 527-1121. (If you leave a message and don’t hear back within a couple of days, please call back.) Call between 10:00 AM and 8:00 PM Monday through Friday beginning October 15. Take-outs are also available by reservation. Greek Pastry Sale & Dinner, Greek Orthodox Church, Burlington, pastry sale starts at 10:00 AM includes Greek pastries and spinach pie; Dinner eat-in take-out starts at 11:00 AM includes: Chicken Souvlaki & Beef Gyro Dinner. For more information call 802-862-2155. Author appearance, Christina Rosalie, Phoenix Books Burlington, 191 Bank Street, Burlington, a discussion and book signing, 2:00 PM. Free. For more information call 448-3350, http://phoenixbooks.biz. $5.00 Special Community Breakfast, VFW, 73 Pearl Street, Essex Jct., from 9:00 - 11:00 AM. Sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars. All are invited, both members and non-members! Adults $5 and Children $3. Call 8780700 for more information. November 7 Author appearance, Megan Mayhew Bergman, Phoenix Books Burlington, 191 Bank Street, Burlington, a discussion and book signing, 7:00 PM. Free. For more information call 448-3350, http://phoenixbooks.biz. November 8 Author appearance, Astrid Helena Nicolay, Phoenix Books Burlington, 191 Bank Street, Burlington, a discussion and book signing, 7:00 PM. Free. For more information call 448-3350, http://phoenixbooks.biz. Friday November 9 Dance, Queen City Contras, Shelburne Town Hall, 5376 Shelburne Road, Shelburne, 8:00 PM. Admission is $8.00 adults. Under 12 free. Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes for dancing. Dance info: 802-371-9492 or 802-343-7165. Saturday November 10 Author appearance, Steven Metz, D.V.M., Phoenix Books Burlington, 191 Bank Street, Burlington, a discussion and book signing, 7:00 PM. Free. For more information call 448-3350, http://phoenixbooks.biz. Pot Luck and Fall Program, Richmond Historical Society, Richmond Congregational Church, 6:00 PM. For more information or to RSVP for the supper, please contact Martha Turner at rhs@ oldroundchurch.com or 434-6453. Tools & Techniques For Using The New 1940 U.S. Census With the release of the 1940 Census we have millions of new records from a period just after the Great Depression & before we entered WWII. This lecture on November 10th will explain the organization of the 1940 Census in detail. It will also discuss proven techniques for getting the most out of any census including the use of other schedules, SOUNDEX, input errors, and indexing issues. Attendees will receive a handout including blank forms and census guides. Classes are $5.00 and are held at the Vermont Genealogy Library which is located on Hegeman Ave, Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester, across from the State Police Building. We are open for research Tuesdays 3 to 9:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 to 4. Please visit our website www.vt-fcgs.org/vtgen.html or call 802- 238-5934 for more info. Saturday November 10 Author appearance, Kristen Iversen, Phoenix Books Burlington, 191 Bank Street, Burlington, a discussion and book signing, 7:00 PM. Free. For more information call 448-3350, http://phoenixbooks.biz. Wednesday November 14 Author appearance, Greg Pahl, Phoenix Books Burlington, 191 Bank Street, Burlington, a discussion and book signing, 7:00 PM. Free. For more information call 448-3350, http://phoenixbooks.biz. Thursday November 15 Author appearance, Paul Boisvert, Phoenix Books Burlington, 191 Bank Street, Burlington, a discussion and book signing, 7:00 PM. Free. For more information call 448-3350, http:// phoenixbooks.biz. Saturday November 17 Irish Genealogy: Vital Records Databases in Ireland, Ed McGuire will discuss “Irish Vital Records Databases.” Classes are $5.00 and are held at the Vermont Genealogy Library which is located on Hegeman Ave, Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester, across from the State Police Building. We are open for research Tuesdays 3 to 9:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 to 4. Please visit our website www.vt-fcgs.org/vtgen.html or call 802- 238-5934 for more info. Sunday November 18 Pancake breakfast, Grace United Methodist Church, 130 Maple Street, Essex Junction VT. Breakfast includes: pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, juice, coffee. Two sittings 8:30 AM and 10:45 AM. Donations accepted, everyone is also welcomed to church service at 9:30 AM. For more information call 878-8071 or 878-5923. Saturday December 1 Richmond Holiday Market, Richmond, 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM. Festive Holiday Event including over 45 vendors selling holiday gifts and crafts, Silent Auction in Town Hall to benefit the Western Slopes Business Association Annual Scholarship Fund; Santa 10:00 AM – 12:00 noon; Horse Drawn Wagon Rides from 10:00 AM – 12: 00 noon; Live music, great food, outdoor grill. Shopping in three locations with something for everyone! www. westernslopesvt.org or write sherry@westernslopesvt.org or call 802-434-3979. ONGOING EVENTS ADULT ACTIVITIES Chittenden County Postage stamps and post card club meets every first Wed. of the month 6:15 -8:30 PM, A IDX Circle GE Healthcare Building. South Burlington Information email: Laineyrapp@yahoo.com or call me at 802 660-4817 The Essex Art League holds monthly meetings at the First Congregational Church, 39 Main St., Essex Jct. For information, 862- 3014. Drop in Watercolor Painting, Every 3rd Saturday, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., at the River Arts Center in Morrisville. An opportunity to refine your watercolor skill set or learn new techniques if you’re a beginner. Bring your own materials, no registration required, drop in. Suggested donation $8. Call 888-1261, or visit our website: www.riverartsvt.org for more details. Join us. Eagles Auxiliary #3210 holds bingo at the club house on Rt. 109 Friday nights. Doors open at 5:30 PM. Bingo starts at 7:00 PM. For more info contact Sally at 644-5377. Essex Art League meets the first Thursday of the month, from 9:00 – 11:00 am, at the Essex Junction Congregational Church on Main Street. The meeting agenda includes a business and social time, and features a guest artist presentation. A detailed calendar of meetings is published on the League’s website: www. essexartleague.com. The Green Mountain Chapter of the Embroiderer’s Guild of America will meet on November 14 at 9:30AM at the Pines Senior living community, 7 Aspen Dr, South Burlington, VT 05403. First meeting is complimentary. Bring a bag lunch. Contact number 372-4255. Handbell ringers, Tuesday evenings, United Church of Underhill. All are welcome at rehearsals. Two ensembles; opportunity for small groups/shorter time periods. We ring a variety of music in a variety of settings and look forward to new faces joining us. Beginners welcome. Call Roger, 899-3106, for information. Micah’s Men of the United Church of Underhill meet on the 3rd Saturday of each month at the church at 7:30 AM. For more information call 899-1722. Mt. Mansfield Scale Modelers gather on the third Thursday Ongoing continued on page 7 WHEN SHOULD YOU REFINANCE? TODAY IS GOOD. With rates at historic lows, now may be the And we make the process easy and give you time to refinance. But don’t just refinance options–with a convenient online application and with anyone. At Merchants Bank, we don’t a variety of money-saving mortgage solutions. sell off your mortgage. We keep it right here. Don’t put it off, get started today. 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The public is welcome to join us on Saturday, September 8, 2012 from 10:30 to 12:00 as Sheila Morris teaches you how to get started with this very rewarding hobby. Bring as much information as you can about your grandparents; births, marriages, deaths and where they lived. Afterwards our volunteers can help you get started using our many resources. Open House at the Vermont Genealogy Library The public is invited to visit our library on Saturday, September 15 from 10 to 4 p.m. This is a great opportunity to see our collections and computer databases, including two free demonstrations. Meet our genealogists and learn how they can help you. We will have books and guides for sale on Vermont, Irish, French, English Scottish, and German ancestors. The VT Genealogy Library is located on Hegeman Ave, Fort Ethan Allen, Colchester, across from the State Police Building. We are open Tuesdays 3 to 9:30 and Saturdays from 10 to 4. Call 802238-5934 for more details or check our website www.vt-fcgs.org. We have many exciting classes this fall. Smugglers Notch 55+ Club meets every Wednesday at Smugglers Notch for a social time then break into groups to ski. We start with a brief organizational meeting, coffee and rolls, and then we head out to the trails in self-selected ability groups, gather informally throughout the summer for a wide variety of outdoor activities. Membership benefits include various discounts at Smuggs. For more information call Deborah at 644-5455 or just attend a meeting at the Morse base lodge starting at 9:00 AM every Wednesday. HEALH EVENTS & GROUPS Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, “Wing It” group meets Sundays - 11:00 AM at Maple Leaf Farm on Stevensville Road, Underhill - it’s an Open Speaker meeting followed by a Brunch (there is a $10 charge for the brunch) Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, “The Firing Line” group meets Wednesdays, 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM at Maple Leaf Farm on Stevensville Road, Underhill - it’s an Open Step meeting Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, “The Firing Line” group meets Saturdays, 8:00 – 9:00 PM at Maple Leaf Farm on Stevensville Road, Underhill - it’s an Open Speaker Discussion meeting Alzheimer’s Support Group - Free educational support group series for families coping with a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. This series gives caregivers the opportunity to better understand and develop strategies for the future. Held monthly at The Arbors at Shelburne. For more information and to register, contact Nicole Houston, Director of Family Services, The Arbors at Shelburne, 985-8600. International Cesarean Awareness Network supporting mothers and families recovering from or learning about cesareans and vbac’s. ICAN support groups next meeting is October 14 at 4:00 PM at Maitri Health Care in Bouth Burlington with special guest Polly Perez. For more information email ICANvt@gmail. com or call Jessilyn at 644-6700. American Cancer Society Man to Man Prostate Cancer Support Group Meeting, Tuesday July 10, 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Obituaries continued from page 5 Fletcher Allen Nursing Staff on McClure 6 and Shepardson 4 and to supporting family members for all their special care and kindness through Dave’s illness. A funeral service were held on Thursday October 18, 2012, at 2:00 PM in the Ready Funeral Home, Mountain View Chapel in Essex. Interment will follow in Riverview Cemetery in Richmond. Visiting hours will be on Thursday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the Ready Funeral and Cremation Service, Mountain View Chapel, 68 Pinecrest Dr., in Essex Junction. Online condolences may be made to www. readyfuneral.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Dave’s name to Vermont ALS Center, Room B202, Given Building, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT 05405. Mary Dianne Stirewalt, of Hinesburg, VT, died on October 11, 2012. She was born on March 31, 1937, in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, to Ivan and Kathleen Seed. Dianne grew up on her family’s wheat farm, graduated from George Williams College in Chicago, and later earned a master’s degree from St. Michael’s College in Vermont. She was proud to be from Canada and became a U.S. citizen in 1998. Dianne was a 27year survivor of ovarian cancer and was very active in organizing a series of Cancer Survivorship Days at Shelburne Farms. Her belief was that people should strive to, “Make every yesterday a dream of happiness, and every tomorrow a vision of hope.” It was with this belief that she managed her family Page 7 www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Hope Lodge, Lois McClure-Bee Tabakin Building, 237 East Ave., Burlington, open discussion. Discussion topics may include prostate cancer treatment options and the current research studies; latest management for side effects of your treatment of choice; personal anecdotes; exercise, diet and nutrition; and the latest internet buzz. Faciliator, Mary L Guyette, RN, MS, ACNS-BC, Men newly diagnosed, men dealing with recurrent prostate cancer, men dealing with the side effects of treatment, and men who have been successfully treated for the disease. Any men dealing with advanced prostate cancer are also encouraged to attend in order to benefit both themselves and others through the sharing of experiences. For more information contact Mary L. Guyette RN, MS, 802-274-4990, vmary@aol.com or Sophia Morton, American Cancer Society, 802-872-6308 or Sophia.morton@cancer.org. Overeaters Anonymous meets 6:00 – 7:00 PM Wednesdays at the Jericho United Methodist Church, VT Rt. 15, Jericho. TOPS Chapter 145 Jeffersonville meets 6:15 PM on Thursdays at the Eagles Club, Route 109, Jeffersonville. Weigh-in 5:15– 6:00 PM. Healing Circle Breast Cancer Network, support group for women with breast cancer, meets first Tuesday of every month at 5:30 PM, Northwestern Medical Center, Conference Room #1. RSVP at 524-8479. Franklin County Prostate Cancer Support Group, first Tuesday of each month, 5:15 - 7:00 PM, Northwestern Medical Center Conference Room #2, St. Albans. This support group offers men opportunities to educate themselves and each other; share and learn from each other’s experiences; offer support to each other, a spouse or partner; and advocate early detection of prostate cancer. For information, Fern Mercure, 524-0719. Statewide Quit Line, Telephone Smoking Cessation Counseling. Call 1-877-YES-QUIT (1-877-937-7848). Free. Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, “Keep It Simple” group meets Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 8:00 – 9:00 PM and Saturdays, 6:30 – 7:30 PM at the United Church of Underhill, Underhill Flats. KIDS Playgroups are free of charge and open to all children birth through age 5 and their caregivers. At playgroup you will find stories, songs, crafts, free play, local events & information, and more. It is a wonderful opportunity to play with the children in your life, meet other playmates, and connect with other parents and caregivers. Playgroups follow the school calendar. Come to any or all groups that fit your schedule. For more information on any of the playgroups, please contact Heather Lebeis at 899-4415 or underhillplaygroup@yahoo.com. Mondays: Jericho Community Center, 9:30-11:00 AM Wednesdays: Richmond Free Library, 8:45-10:15 AM Thursdays: Bolton’s Smilie School, 9:00-11:00 AM the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month Thursdays: Huntington, 11:00 AM-12:30 PM at Huntington Public Library Fridays: Underhill Central School, 9:30-11:00 AM Kids’ Yoga, 3-5 years & 6 years and up. Toddler tumbling and new moms’ groups. The Well, 644-6700. Early Literacy Storytime, Thursdays, 11:00 AM at Westford Public Library. Stories and activities utilizing early literacy concepts for age’s birth-preschool. Drop-in; no registration needed. We welcome new families. For more info, contact Victoria at 878-5639 or westford_pl@vals.state.vt.us, or visit our website www.westford.lib.vt.us and click on Events @ Your Library. SENIORS/COMMUNITY MEALS Jeri-Hill XYZ Seniors meet at the Town Hall in Underhill Center on the first and third Wednesday of each month. All seniors are welcome. Dinners are served at 11:30 AM. For information, please call Bette Workman, 899-4446, Loreen Teer, 899-1363 or Doug Keith 899-2582. Johnson Community Meal - Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 11:30AM-12:30pm at the United Church in Johnson. Come for a hot meal and get to know your neighbors. The meal will be followed by a community gathering. For more information, please contact: Ellen Hill: 635-1439, ellen.hill@jsc.edu. Westford Senior lunches – Join Westford Seniors for lunch at the Red Brick Meeting House on the Common the second Monday of each month. The next senior luncheon is on Monday, September 13. There is no lunch in July or August. Lunch is served at 12:00 noon with a short meeting or presentation following. Call 8787405 or 879-7382 for information or for a ride. Bolton Up and Downtown Club meets the last Thursday of the month at the Bolton Fire station. Suggested $3.00 donation. Meal at 5:00 PM. Open to adults 60 and over. Contact Doris Wheelock at 434-3769. Huntington senior meal site – The Huntington Senior meals are served the third Tuesday of each month at 12:00 noon at the Community Baptist Church in Huntington Center. St. Jude’s Church, Hinesburg, senior meals held on second and fourth Wednesday of each month with bingo games after the dinners. Everyone is welcome including caregivers. Dinners are $3.00 per person. For information call Ted Barrette at 453-3087. Starksboro First Baptist Church, Starksboro - senior meals, fourth Thursday of the month, 11:30 AM, call Brenda Boutin at 802-453-6354 for more information. “Good Food for All” free dinners, 2nd Thursday of each month at the United Church of Underhill, Rt. 15, Underhill Flats, from 5 - 7 p.m., and on the last Thursday of each month at Calvary Episcopal Church, Rt. 15, Underhill Flats, 5 - 7 p.m. Everyone in the communities is invited. SPORTS ACTIVITIES Ongoing Pilate classes at Dakini Studio in Underhill. Mon and Thurs at 6:00 PM call 899-4191 to register. Find more information and other scheduled classes at dakinistudio.wordpress.com. Qi Gong, the ancient Chinese art of movement, classes are as follows: Saturdays 9-10AM--562 VT Rt. 15, Johnson; Saturdays 11AM-12PM--River Arts, Morrisville; Sundays 11:15AM12:15PM--Artful Cup, Jeffersonville. Zumba, Fairfax - Tuesdays 7:00-8:00 PM and Saturdays 9:0010:00 AM. Contact Pam Adams 370-4437 or pamaj68@aol.com. Zumba Fitness, Monday evenings only, 5:30 - 6:30 PM, at the River Arts Center in Morrisville. Zumba Fitness with certified instructor, Karen Machia. No registration required, drop in. Call 888-1261, or visit our website: www.riverartsvt.org for more details. ZUMBA(r) Fitness with Lori. Wednesdays 6:00-7:00 PM, Jericho Community Center. For more info contact Lori Preiss 8990343, lori@greenmountainzumba.com or check out my website www.greenmountainzumba.com SUPPORT GROUPS CFS, Fibromyalgia, Lyme Disease, Chemical Sensitivity and Gulf War Syndrome, 1:00 to 3:00 PM every third Thursday at: The Bagel Cafe, Ethan Allen Shopping Center Burlington, VT call or visit website www.vtcfids.org or Lainey at 802 660-4817 or 800296-1445 ask for Rik Alzheimer’s support group, third Wednesday, 9:30 – 11:30 AM, The Arbors, 687 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Free education for individuals and families in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. For information and to register, contact Nicole Houston, 985-8600. Approach Autism With Advocacy, Recovery & Education (AAWARE) in the Lamoille Valley, third Sunday, 3:00 – 5:00 PM, Second Congregational Church of Jeffersonville Community responsibilities, her extensive volunteer work and her various jobs in the field of Adult Education. She was a championship swimmer in Canada before college, and continued to be very active in teaching swimming to all ages, with a special talent for teaching preschool children. Dianne had words of kindness, affection and encouragement for nearly everyone she came in contact with during her lifetime. She loved her family and friends deeply, and loved Vermont and the people who live here. She was known for her open-door policy with all her children’s friends, who as adults would occasionally drop by to see if there were any chocolate chip cookies in the big tin jar in the cupboard. She enjoyed traveling and developed many lifelong friendships with people all over the world, communicating with them mostly with exchanges of long insightful handwritten letters, a form she described as “warm,” presumably in contrast to cryptic e-mails. Dianne especially enjoyed her home, garden, the fox and its “little ones,” the passing family of deer, the big trees in her yard and the unimpeded view of open field and mountains from the picture window in her living room. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, William S. Stirewalt; three sons, Scott, Robert and Mark; sister, Joanne Whitford; brother, Coulter Seed; and grandchildren, Alicia, Ross, Emily, Hannah and Shea. Donations in Dianne’s name can be made to the Eleanor B. Daniels Fund, c/o Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Fletcher Allen Health Care, 111 Colchester Ave., Smith 403, Burlington, VT 05401. The fund is dedicated to supporting education, research and developmental efforts for gynecologic malignancies and women’s health issues. Ongoing continued on page 8 Sally Fox Leadership in the State Senate and in Chittenden County Experience in the Legislature Senator 2010-2012 • Health & Welfare and Finance Committees Mental Health Oversight Committee, co-chair • Member of the House from Essex,1986-2000 Professional Experience, Working for Us Attorney, Vermont Legal Aid • Policy Director Vermont Business for Social Responsibility Legislative Liaison • Vermont State Colleges Director A Community Leader for Chittenden County Fletcher Allen Children’s Hospital Advisory Board • Howard Community Services Board Burlington Community Justice Center Advisory Board Chittenden Correctional Facility Liaison Committee Sally lives in South Burlington with her husband and they have two adult sons. I’d appreciate your support on Election Day! www.sallyfoxforsenate.com 802-860-6428 contact@sallyfoxforsenate.com Paid for by Cmte. to Elect Sally Fox, Judy Dickson, Treasurer, 80 Bartlett Bay Rd., So. Burlington, VT 05403 Page 8 www.mountingazetteofvermont.com Mountain Gazette, November 1, 2012 LIBRARY NEWS DEBORAH RAWSON LIBRARY, UNDERHILL November / December Story Times Stories, songs, fingerplays, snack and craft for preschoolers and their caregivers. Drop in, no registration needed. Wednesday at 10:30 AM: November 7, 14, and 28; December 5, and 12. Thursday at 10:00 AM: November 8, 15, and 29; December 6, and 13. We have lots of friends joining us at our Wednesday story times but can always find room for others if that is the better day for your family. On Thursdays our group is much smaller and we would love to have a few more people join us for the fun. Drop in, no registration needed. After School Lego Fun - Come join your friends and have a great time building with legos. We will provide drinks and refreshments. Friday November, 2:30-3:30 PM. Grade 2 and up. Registration required call, 899-4962. Evening Story Time for Families - Parents with older preschoolers and children in kindergarten through second grade are invited to join us for stories, a seasonal craft and light refreshments. Advance registration required call, 899-4962. Thursday, November at 6:30 PM. Parents would you like 15 to 20 minutes to find a new book? If so, stop by the library on Tue Nov 13th and meet Amy our newest volunteer. Amy will be in from 6:30 to 7:15 reading to children allowing parents a few uninterrupted minutes to find a great book. Drop in, no registration needed. Family Movie Night – Friday November 16t, from 6:30 to 8:15 PM - Change into your pajamas, grab a pillow and bring the whole family to the library for Movie Night. Watch Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Gloria the Hippo, and Melman the Giraffe fight to get home to their beloved Big Apple and of course, King Julien, Maurice and the Penguins are all along for the comedic adventure, rated PG. We’ll provide the popcorn. Call 899-4962 to register and for additional information. Library hours: Tuesday 12:00 – 8:00 PM, Wednesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Thursday 12:00 – 8:00 PM, Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Sunday 1:00 – 4:00 PM, closed Monday. For information on any of the library’s programs, call 899-4962. ESSEX FREE LIBRARY, ESSEX For information or directions, please call the library at 879-0313 or check our web site at www. essex.org. FAIRFAX COMMUNITY LIBRARY Library News: http://www.bfafairfax.com/ pages/communitylibrarynews.html. Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#./ pages/Fairfax-Community-Library. School Year Library Hours: Monday, Wednesday 8:00 AM 5:30 PM; Tuesday and Thursday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday 8:00 AM - 3:15 PM; Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. JERICHO CENTER, LIBRARY Summer Program Success - The Library would like to thank all the participants and workshop volunteers who helped make our summer program another great success! Over 1200 area children participated in 51 programs. Please consider joining the program next summer! Annual Christmas Tree Lighting in Jericho Center - On Sunday December 2, Jericho Center will celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with the lighting of the Christmas tree and a visit from Santa. The Jericho Town Library will host an open house from 3:30- 5:00 PM, with holiday cookies, punch, music with Derek Burkins, children’s crafts and stories read by local author, Tracy Campbell Pearson, followed by an outdoor Christmas carol sing-a-long. Finally, Santa will arrive by tractor to turn on the lights of the giant Christmas tree on the Green. Mark your calendars now! Adult Writing Group - Do you like to write? Please consider joining the writers’ group for adults that meets every other Monday evening from 6:30-8:00pm. If you are interested in this free program call the library at 899-4686 for more details. Volunteers Needed - If you are high school students needing to fulfill community service hours, please consider volunteering at the library when your schedule permits. Call or stop by for more information. Preschool Story Hour - Join us each Wednesday from 10-11am for story hour, with not only stories but also music, a craft and a light snack. On November 7, the theme will be winter animals. “Like” the Library on Facebook - If you’re a Facebook user, be sure to “Like” the Jericho Town Library page -- it’s a great way to keep up on all the latest news and events as well as engage with your neighbors on library-related topics. The next board of trustees meeting will take place on Tuesday November 13 at 7:00 PM. Library hours are Monday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Wednesday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Friday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM, and Saturday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM. For more information, call the library at 899-4686, email Jerichotownlibraryatgmail.com, or visit the library website at www.jerichotownlibrary.org. RICHMOND FREE LIBRARY BRIDGE STREET, RICHMOND To “breaking news” sign up for the RFL mailing list on the library homepage, www. richmondfreelibraryvt.org Search our catalog at rfl.kohavt.org. VARNUM MEMORIAL LIBRARY, JEFFERSONVILLE Hours: Mondays and Tuesdays 12:00 to 7:00 PM, Wednesdays and Fridays 3:00 to 7:00PM, Thursdays 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Saturdays 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. WESTFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY, WESTFORD Friday November 2 at 6:00 PM, please join us in celebrating an art opening for Westford resident painter Dierdra Michelle. Her evocative and playful will be on display in the Westford Public Library through the end of the year. The library will host a Pajama Storytime evening on Wednesday November 28 at 6:00 PM. Part of early literacy programming, this birth to preschool, no registration required story time is followed by crafts. Wear your pajamas; bring your stuffed animals and blankies! The library will close Wednesday November 21 at 5:00 PM and reopen on Friday November 23 at noon in observance of Thanksgiving. New Drop In Programs: Homework Help every Wednesday and Thursday, 3:00 PM to close; Tech Fridays, every Friday 3:00 PM to close. Check out our new website: http:// westfordpubliclibrary.org; email us at westfordpubliclibrary@gmail.com, or call 802878-5639. The library is open Wednesday 1:00-7:00 PM, Thursday 10:00-6:00 PM, Friday noon-6:00 PM, and Saturday 10:00 AM-2:00 PM. We can be reached at 878-5639, westford@platvals.state. vt.us, and www.westford. lib.vt.us. DOROTHY ALLING MEMORIAL LIBRARY, WILLISTON Food For Thought Library Volunteers: Thursday November 1, 4:00-5:00 PM. Gr. 7-12 Teen Advisory Group. Community service opportunity. Teens meet for pizza, discussion, book/DVD selection, and planning special events for the library. Gr. 7-12. New members welcome! Russian Story Time: Saturday November 3, 10:30 AM. Children listen to stories, sing songs, and find new friends. Russian and English speakers are welcome. Includes a puppet show and craft activity. For children up to age 6. No pre-registration. Backyard Astronomy: How to Identify Constellations: Wednesday November 7, 6:00-8:30 PM. Join us for an evening of basic instruction on locating constellations, planets, comets and just appreciating the beauty of the night sky. Telescope viewing if weather permits. Presented by Frank Pakulski. Aimed for an adult audience but children 8 and older are welcome if accompanied by adult. Spanish Stories & Music: Friday November 9, 10:30 AM. Spanish rhymes, books, and songs for children up to age 6 and parents. Presented by Constancia Gomez. No pre-registration. Cartooning Workshop: Wednesday November 14, 3:00-5:00 PM. Have some fun drawing cartoons, comic books and comic strips, and learn the tools real cartoonists use to make their drawings great. Bring your ideas for a superhero, villain or monster and we’ll bring them to life! Presented by Will Workman, local cartoonist and illustrator. Pre-register at 878-4918. Space is limited. Music with Raphael: Mondays, 10:45 AM, (except Monday, November 12- Library closed) and Thursdays, 10:30 AM. Up to age 5 with a caregiver. No pre-registration. Limit: one session per week per family. Babytime Playgroup: Wednesdays, 10:30 AM-12:00 PM (except for the 1st Wed. of each month). November 14 and 28. (No playgroup on November 21.) For infants & toddlers. Sponsored by Building Bright Futures of Williston. Call Marjorie Von Ohlsen for more information at 658-3659. Story Hour: Tuesdays, 11:00 AM. November 6, 13 and 27. (no Story Hour on November 20). Stories and a craft for children ages 3-5. No preregistration. Reading with Frosty & Friends Therapy Dogs: Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 PM. November 6 and13. Bring a book and read to a dog! All dogs registered with Therapy Dogs of Vermont. All ages. Call 878-4918 to pre-register for 10 minute individual sessions. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, 21 Library Lane, Williston, VT. www.williston.lib.vt.us LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Voting for Frank To the Editor, Bill Frank has heard my concerns and responded with support for legislation that speaks to those concerns. Whenever I converse with him he is knowledgeable, articulate and friendly. Moreover, when the legislature is in session, he holds regular, local gatherings with constituents to listen, discuss, and inform. Bill Frank is truly the people’s Representative from Jericho, Underhill and Bolton, and I support him wholeheartedly for the House. June M. Schulte, Jericho Vote “Yes” on Fluoridation To the Editor, I recommend voting “Yes” on November 6th to continue fluoridation of Jericho-Underhill Water District water. I believe fluoridation is an inexpensive and effective method of minimizing tooth decay with minimal risk. I think a “Yes” vote is the best for the community. The Vermont Department of Health supports the state-wide fluoridation program by providing equipment, testing materials, and weekly laboratory analysis of fluoride concentration. The District provides the material (sodium fluoride), service and maintenance of the state supplied equipment, and daily testing. I estimate these District costs at about $3 per person per year. Today the typical cost for a dental filing is about $150. If an individual consumes this water for 50 years and avoids just a single cavity; the program pays for itself. The District has been fluoridating its water since a 1973 vote in favor. Over these 39 years of fluoridation my family and I have lived in the District. My children all of whom were raised on this water have good teeth and good health. I have not seen evidence of harmful side effects in my children and I have not seen or been aware of harmful side effects in other children or in adults Ongoing continued from page 7 Room, Jeffersonville. Special topics, guest speakers, resource information; playroom for kids, fenced side yard for outdoor play. For information, Terry Holden, 644-2759 (Jeffersonville) or Tina Karl, 888-3430 (Hyde Park.) Veterans Job Networking, Wednesdays, 9:30 – 11:00 AM, VFW Post, Essex Jct.; 1:00 – 2:30 PM, American Legion Post, St. Albans. Eating Disorders Parental Support Group, third Wednesday, 7:00 – 9:00 PM, Covenant Community Church, VT Rt. 15, Essex Center. For parents of children with or at risk of anorexia or bulimia. We focus on being a resource and providing reference points for old and new ED parents. For information, Peter, 899-2554. TOWN GOVERNMENT & ORGANIZATIONS Cambridge Area Rotary meets on the first Thursday of the month, rotating to local restaurants, 7:00 – 8:00 AM. For information, call Anita Lotto, 793- 0856, or Chuck Hogan, 6448134. Westford Fire Department, Mondays, 7:00 PM, at the fire station next to the Town Garage. For information, email John Quinn, jquinninvt@ aol.com Jericho-Underhill Water District meets first Monday of each month at the United Church in the District. At present there are many undecided fluoridation issues being addressed by research. At high concentrations fluoridation can produce negative effects on teeth, bones, the brain, and the thyroid gland. The District staff works hard to ensure the correct concentration of fluoride in the District water. For 2010 the District received a Vermont Department of Health quality award for maintaining a consistent level of optimally fluoridated water. In 2006 the National Research Council reviewed fluoridation research and recommended a lowered target concentration of 0.7 parts per million. This recommendation was accepted by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Health and Human Services and is being implemented in Vermont by the Department of Environmental Conservation. From the fluoride data posted on the District website for 2011 and 2012, I calculate the average concentration as confirmed by the state laboratory has been 0.6 parts per million. There are many emotional arguments on the effects of fluoridation on the population; and there are many open research issues. At present more than two thirds of the U.S. population has fluoridated water. In 2006 Burlington decided to continue fluoridating. This fall Portland, Oregon, the last major un-fluoridated US city decided to fluoridate beginning in 2014. In deciding how to vote on fluoridation, please consider the facts and the best decision for you, your family and the community. I recommend voting “Yes”. Peter H. Mitchell, President, JerichoUnderhill Water District Note: The Jericho-Underhill Water District provides water for the Riverside section of Jericho and the Underhill Flats section of Underhill. of Underhill, Underhill Flats, 7:00 PM. For information, call 899-4076 or 899-3810. Jericho Historical Society, second Thursday, 7:30 PM, Old Red Mill, Jericho. Jericho Underhill Park District Board meeting, first and third Wednesdays, 7:00 PM, Deborah Rawson Memorial Library project room, Jericho. Residents of Jericho and Underhill always welcome. 899-2693 for information. Jericho Energy Task Force meets the second Tuesday of every month from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at Jericho Town Hall. Jericho Water District next meeting is Tuesday October 16, 2012 at 7:00 PM, RT 15, Jericho at the Red Mill. THRIFT SHOPS & FOOD SHELVES The Heavenly Cents Thrift Shop located just east of the Five Corners in Essex Jct. on Rte 15, the hours are from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Tues. and Wed., 4:00 to 8:00 PM on Thurs. Please check us out. Westford Food Shelf, open on the third Saturday of every month, 8:00 – 10:30 AM, United Church of Westford. All are welcome. Fresh produce, meat, and non-food items available. Mountain Gazette, November 1, 2012 www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Page 9 REVIEWS ART/PHOTOGRAPHY Join Helen Day Art Center, November 2 at 6:00 PM for the opening reception and artist talk of Rory Jackson. His solo exhibition in the East Gallery features large-scale oil paintings of New England landscapes and Ghana seascapes. Rory Jackson was awarded a solo exhibition in the East Gallery for being the People’s Choice winner at Helen Day Art Center’s Taste of Stowe event last year. Rory Jackson divides his time between Lincoln, VT and the beach of Cape Three Points, Ghana. Gallery exhibit, Donna Kunkel Vermont Landscapes through Wednesday November 14 at the Phoenix Books. Reception for Fall Open Studio will be held, including several other artists, October 6 at 6:00-8:00 PM at the Gallery at Phoenix Books, Essex. They are located at Essex Shoppes and Cinema, at the intersections of Rtes. 15 and 289, Essex. Free. More info: www.phoenixbooks.biz or call 872-7111. Emile A. Gruppe Gallery located in Jericho Center, presents an exhibition of paintings by award winning Stowe landscape artist Lisa Forster Beach. The public is invited to meet the artist at a reception on Sunday October 14 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM. The show will hang through November 18. MUSIC/DANCE The Westford Music Series is pleased to offer a concert by Code 11, a favorite Chittenden county band, which will be performing at the Westford UCW white church on Sunday November 11. This talented group of 5 musicians formed in 2007, has quickly grown in popularity and gathering a loyal following. They are known for writing and performing original songs and music in addition to their strong range of classic, rock, modern rock and blues favorites. On Friday November 9, 2012 the Burlington Coffeehouse will present national awardwinning singer/songwriter Peter Mulvey in concert at North End Studio A at 8:00 PM. Tickets at the door. For more information about North End Studios, go to www.northendstudios. org or call (802)863-6713. For information or reservations for the Burlington Coffeehouse events, call (802)864-5888. English Country Dance - First and Third Fridays at the Elley-Long Music Center, 223 Ethan Allen Avenue, Colchester, VT. Live music. For adults and teens. Newcomers welcome. All dances are taught and prompted. Come with or without a partner; we’ll change partners throughout the evening. Casual dress, flat-heeled shoes. Bring a sweet or savory finger food to share. 7 to 7:30 PM - choose a workshop (basic skills/warm-ups for all or challenging dances for experienced dancers). 7:30 to 9:30 PM - dancing for all. $10 ($8 student/under 30). Website: www.burlingtoncountrydancers.org Info, 802899-2378 or 802-879-7618 or valandtom@ myfairpoint.net. Dates (all Fridays): September 21, October 5 and 19, November 2 and 16, December 7 and 21. THEATER/FIM Wednesday November 7; Thursday November 8; Friday November 9; and Saturday November 10 - Saint Michael’s College Fine Arts Department presents The Complete Works of Shakespeare (abridged) each evening at 7:00 PM in the McCarthy Arts Center. Free and open to the public. This is “Shakespeare as written by Reader’s Digest, acted by Monty Python, and performed at the speed of the minute waltz!”— Los Angeles Herald. The play, originally written for three men, features an ensemble of six actors performing all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays in 97 minutes…or less, said Professor Cathy Hurst, director. To qualify, applicants are required to have a minimum GPA of 2.5 in school and submit two letters of recommendation. All applicants had to demonstrate involvement in leadershipdriven organizations outside the classroom such as Junior ROTC, Civil Air Patrol, Sea Cadets, student government, athletics, scouting, church, community, employment and/or volunteer organizations. This year participants came from 36 states and included two international observers from Turkey and Tajikistan. Christopher Griffin completes Future Leader Camp Christopher Griffin from Mount Mansfield Union High School has successfully completed the two-week Norwich University Future Leader Camp at the nations’ first senior military college in Northfield, Vermont. The camp (FLC) is designed to develop the leadership skills of current high school students by providing a challenging and meaningful adventure camp experience. Physical fitness training was part of the first week as were Paintball, Rappelling, Climbing Wall, Basic First Aid Training, Crisis Preparedness, Water Survival Skills, Orienteering and Leadership Classes. After qualifying, participants went for a day of rappelling on the 80’ cliffs of Deer Leap Mountain in Killington, Vermont, and the following day participated in a 7 mile hike over Mount Ascutney. After a 3-day overnight camping trip where participants cooked their own meals and learned wilderness survival skills, they were put to the test in team and individual competitions. Each participant served as a team leader during the program and received a written evaluation from their Instructor and Senior Staff. HUNTINGTON EVENTS Sunday November 4: Singer and researcher Linda Radtke, joined by pianist Arthur Zorn, brings Vermont history to life with engaging commentary about the songs found in the Vermont Historical Society’s collection of sheet music. Dressed in period costume and using the music Vermonters published and sang in their communities, she takes listeners through our state’s history. This event is funded through the Vermont Humanities Council and is hosted by the Huntington Public Library. It is free, open to the public and is suitable for all ages. Tuesday November 6: Election Day. Polls are open in Huntington, 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM, at Brewster-Pierce School. Rides to the polls can be arranged. Thursday November 8: At 7:00 PM, Vermont Poet Laureate Sydney Lea will speak at the Huntington Public Library. His stories, poems, essays and criticism have appeared in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The New Republic, The New York Times, Sports Illustrated and many other periodicals, as well as in more than forty anthologies. He lives in Newbury and is active both in literacy efforts and in conservation issues. The evening is sponsored by the Huntington Historic and Community Trust (HHCT) and the Huntington Public Library. Monday November 12: Huntington Planning Commission’s first discussion session on revisions to the Huntington Town Plan, 6:30 to 8:00 PM, Community Church of Huntington hall, Huntington Center. Topics for Session 1 will include Land Use, Recreation & Open Space, Natural Resources, Historic Features, Economic Planning, and Housing. The current Town Plan is available on the town’s website: www.huntingtonvt.org or pick up a copy in the Town Clerk’s Office. Wednesday November 15: Second installment of Huntington property tax due. Office is open until 6:00 PM. November 15 postmark is accepted as on-time. There is a drop slot next to the yellow front door and payments left before midnight are considered on time. Help Save an Animal...Make a donation to Save Our Strays Check our their website at www.saveourstraysvt.org. Book Reviews By Lisa Timbers Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand, 2010 Even though this book has been on the best seller list since it was published two years ago, this reviewer can’t bear the thought of anyone missing out on reading the extraordinary odyssey of Louie Zamperini. His story seems impossible. Impossible that anyone could survive what he went through either mentally or physically. It is a book for everyone, young adults, men and women, vets and peace activists. It will blow you away. His story begins with Zamperini’s often hysterically funny juvenile delinquency, then as an amazing Olympic miler, to a World War II bombardier and finally a POW and his transition back to civilian life. This is a story of extreme survival and the will to live, of a family desperate to locate their son and refusal to believe him dead, of humorous antics with close friends even in times of despair, of heinous behavior and search for redemption. Laura Hillenbrand, author of Seabiscuit, spent seven years meticulously researching and writing Unbroken. Her exceptional writing and storytelling allows us, the readers, to feel like we know each character intimately and our reactions to their situations range from compassionate to explosive. Universal Studios were so impressed with Zamperini’s story, that in 1957 they bought “life rights” to his story. Rumor has it that they are finally making a movie. Louie Zamperini is 95 years old, alive and kickin’. This is a book not to be missed. The Snowman by Jo Nesbo, 2012 Perhaps it’s best not to read this book just before the snow flies, but if you do be prepared for the knot in your stomach every time you happen upon a snowman! Jo Nesbo has been publishing suspense thrillers since 1997 and in my opinion The Snowman is one of his fiercest (though I haven’t read his newest book, Phantom). Detective Harry Hole, a hard-luck, struggling alcoholic is called to a murder scene on the first snowy day of the season. As he goes about his investigative business, he glances out the window to see a snowman looking back at him. Thus begins Hole’s journey through a maze of twists and turns, horrors and complexities as he tracks down “the snowman,” the serial killer that leaves his “signature” for every victim. Nesbo’s writing style is direct and sparse, a sharp contrast to the intensity of his multi-layered plot. Engrossing and disturbing, this is a must read for those who love that “tingly thrill” as each page is eagerly turned. 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For many writers, this is a free, fun, annual writing project that allows them to be in a supportive writing community at school. Encouraged by their school librarian, Joyce Babbitt to write their stories, writers often go beyond the 30 days to revise, edit, and publish their novels. “Like a marathon, you sweat over words, struggle over plot, and hit the mental wall, said Babbitt. “ You see other writers in the same creative process and find inspiration in the end. Absolutely fun!” This same positive feeling is mutual for fifth grade teacher, Jennee Stewart. “I love NaNoWriMo,” said Stewart. “I do it because it gives me fire to write.” Young writers at Browns River Middle School set their own word count goals, participate in a variety of creative writing activities like Write In sessions and the Turkey Trot event. For seventh grader, Patrick Thompson, he returns for a third year and enjoys being with fellow writers. “Everyone involved is awesome!” Last year over fiftyeight BRMS writers took the challenge and completed their word count goal along with 16,300 young authors worldwide in this international event at ywp.nanowrimo. org. This year’s Dangerous Night of Writing on November 16 from 7:00-9:00pm is sponsored by Phoenix Books. For more local information, contact Joyce Babbitt at Joyce. babbitt@cesuvt.org or call 899-3711. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED Page 11 www.mountingazetteofvermont.com Page 12 Mountain Gazette, November 1, 2012 SENIOR NEWS CVAA Senior Meals Thursday Novemner 1 Bridge Street, Richmond Check in 10:30 AM, Lunch 11:00 AM Baked Ham Friday November 2 Hinesburg Mealsite 11:30 AM Monday November 5 Covenant Church, Essex Ctr., 12:00 noon Tuna Pea Wiggle, Honey Dill Carrots, Whole Wheat Roll, Molasses Drop Cookies, Chocolate Milk Tuesday November 6 Pizza Hut, Susie Wilson Road, Essex Jct. 10:30 AM check in, 11:00 AM lunch “All you can eat Pizza Buffet” – Wednesday November 7 Elk’s, North Ave., Burlington Check in 10:00 AM, Lunch 11:00 AM Baked Ham Recipe by Marion Tobin Recipes New England Brown Bread ½ cup all purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups whole wheat flour 2 cups buttermilk or sour milk ½ cup dark molasses 1 cup raisins In a large bowl combine all purpose flour, baking soda, and salt; in another bowl combine whole wheat flour, buttermilk and molasses, add to flour mixture and mix well. Stir in raisins. Pour into two well greased coffee cans, 5 ¼ inch by 3 ¾ inch. Bake at 350° for 40 to 50 minutes or until bread tests done. Yield 2 loaves. (Bread can be baked in a loaf pan.) To sour milk, place 2 tablespoons of white vinegar in a measuring cup add enough milk to make 2 cups. Cool bread on a wire rack, slice when cool. Thursday November 8 Ponderosa, Williston Check in 11:00 AM, Lunch at 11:15 AM All you can eat Buffet Friday November 9 United Church, Hinesburg, 12:00 noon Baked Haddock with Lemon Sauce, Rice Medley, Spinach, Pumpernickel Bread, Pineapple Monday November 12 Covenant Church, Essex Ctr., 12:00 noon Salisbury steak, Baked Potato with Sour Cream, Harvard Beets, Wheat Bread, Peaches Tuesday November 13 Colonial Room, Essex Educational Ctr., Essex Jct. Check in 11:00 AM, Lunch 12:00 noon Grilled Chicken Wednesday November 14 Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Willow Room, Holiday Inn, So. Burl. 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It didn’t exactly tear my cheek from mouth to earlobe, but it did make a very pronounced gashsort of swollen red doodle across my face. What it looked most like was those badly healed scars gangsters have in B movies. You know the tough guy who likes to beat people up and gets killed in some dramatic way that doesn’t really move the plot along. I made the first excuse to a lady I noticed staring at me in the grocery line. I smiled and said, “Don’t let anyone tell you Chihuahuas aren’t dangerous.” Then, to a little kid at the post office with his mother, “Never run with scissors,” I said, touching the scar, “It isn’t worth it.” “If you decide to take up fencing, make sure and get a proper foil; you can’t just find a couple of skinny swords and start practicing with a friend,” was the how I put it to the postmaster. To my neighbor the explanation was that I had injured myself while cleaning a hunting knife. When a fellow just flat out asked me how I got the scar I answered, “What scar?” The only place I actually told the truth was at the pet store when we brought Pepper in to get the rest of her nails trimmed. The clerk was more than a little nervous when I cautioned her to wear goggles and keep her cheeks covered. As I left her to do her work, she appeared to be fitting on something like a goalie’s mask. There were others like, ‘I’d have settled for a prison tattoo if they had given me a choice’ or ‘I have my reasons for not trusting parrots’. All in all, it has been a lot of fun. As the wound heals and my wife, Kelly’s, efforts make it increasingly unlikely there will be a permanent scar, I’m relieved and a bit saddened. In the future, Pepper will get her nails trimmed professionally. And I have made a solemn promise that if there is a next dog, it won’t stand higher than my shins. After all, Aging in Place doesn’t happen by accident. Scott Funk is Vermont’s leading Aging in Place advocate, writing and speaking around the state on issues of concern to retirees and their families. He works as a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage specialist. Mountain Gazette, November 1, 2012 www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Page 13 SCHOOL NEWS Come see BRMS student in In Memoriam and Puss In Boots November 8 Come see the Browns River Middle School Drama Performance of IN MEMORIAM and PUSS IN BOOTS on Thursday, November 8 at 7:00 PM in the BRMS gym. Admission is $2 for children and $5 for adults. You can watch two student directed plays. IN MEMORIAM directed by Fiona-Rose Dulude is a play based on Agatha Christie’s Ten Little Indians. This fast moving murder mystery will send a chill down your spine. PUSS IN BOOTS directed by Flannery Abbey is a delightful re-telling of the classic tale that always charms audiences, young and old. Come and enjoy the show! Flannery Abbey and Fiona-Rose Dulude are the Browns River Middle School directors for the performances of In Memoriam and Puss in Boots starring actors, Katie Benvenuto and Lincoln Owen. PHOTO CONTRIBUTED BRMS Cardboard Challegne On October 5, 2012, Browns River Middle School students, faculty, and parents unleashed their creativity to create sculpture and games crafted of card board. The event exceeded expectations for ingenuity, fun, and camaraderie. PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED Locally owned Pet Food & Supply Store 83 Huntington Rd., Richmond & 34 Park Street, Essex Jct. 802 434 5033 Richmond & 802 879 3231 Essex Full Line of Pet food and Supplies including: Essex Jct. 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Tyler Bernadine (38-yard TD run), Matt Merchant (4-yard TD run and an 8-yard TD pass from Luke Dolan) and Parker Young (1-yard TD run) all scored for MMU. Dolan added three, 2-point PAT’s. The Cougar linemen, tight ends, Justin Sanguinetti and Josh Fitzgerald, tackles, Brooks Gay and Josh Carter, guards, Dylan Fletcher and Brady Blow, and center, Hayden Russell all played extremely well, opening gaping holes through the Spaulding line through which the MMU backs raced to daylight. Most of the Spaulding tackles were made by their linebackers and DB’s after a substantial gain by the MMU running backs. An Omen? As the first quarter came to a close with the Cougars up, 31- 0, two hawks soared on the thermals high above the Spaulding bench. They knew. The Cougars were on an offensive roll, making up for the games this year when they couldn’t move the ball out of their own territory. There was nothing the Spaulding players or coaches could do to derail the Cougar Express. Dakota Jones continued the onslaught in the second quarter with a 26-yard romp into the Spaulding end zone mid-way through the quarter to make it 38-0, MMU at the end of the first half. Josh Cann got into the action with a 12-yard TD run at the beginning of the fourth quarter to make it 44-0. Brady Blow put the final nail in the coffin by making the PAT and the Cougars had their win, an impressive 45-0 shutout. It was the team’s second shutout of the season, the other coming against Rutland in their improbable 7-0 win against the state’s top team earlier in the season. “We took care of business today,” MMU head coach, Marty Richards said. “Everybody did a great job.” Richards couldn’t say enough about the offense, which has struggled at times, especially at the beginning of the season. “The kids were outstanding offensively,” Richards said. “Our offensive line moved freight. They opened holes for our backs that even I could have run through.” “We did what we needed to do to win,” offensive lineman, Hayden Russell, said. “Discipline in practice translates into discipline in the game,” tackle, Dylan Fletcher, added. “Our line? Every one of these kids has a big heart.” Assistant Coach, Manny Fletcher said. “They don’t have great size, but they have a big heart. They play twice as big as they are.” Quote of the day: “Hey Carter, save something for later... we have to put up fence!” - Carter Glen’s dad from the sideline after the Cougars took a 38-0 lead in the first half. MMUHS offensive line, left to right: Josh Fitzgerald, Brady Blow, Hayden Russell, Ben Haynes, Dylan Fletcher, Brooks Gay, Justin Sanguinetti. 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Creemee Stand Now Open one of the most amazing comebacks in recent Vermont high school sports memory. “We came out for the second half and we played Cougar football like I’ve never seen this team play before,” MMU head coach, Marty Richards said after the game. “This was probably the most exiting football game I’ve ever been involved with,” assistant coach, Joe Gay said. “The way these kids came back was unbelievable.” “These kids showed a lot of character,” Richards added. “They could have rolled over and played dead.” That would have suited the Brattleboro players and coaches just fine. Instead, the Cougars reeled off five straight touchdowns and 36 consecutive points while shutting out Brattleboro for the entire second half. Brattleboro opened the scoring with a 26-yard TD pass at 8:50 of the first quarter, then built on that with a 64-yard TD toss just before the end of the quarter to take a 14-0 lead. Matt Merchant cut the lead to 14-6 with a 14-yard TD run with 44 seconds left in the quarter. A Luke Dolan to Carter Glen completion on the PAT made it 14-8, Brattleboro. Brattleboro continued to riddle the Cougar secondary and scored again on a 21-yard TD pass at the beginning of the second quarter to take a 20-8 lead. The visitors padded their lead to 26-8 when they blocked an MMU punt from the Cougars’ end zone with ten seconds left in the half and fell on the live ball for another six points. But that would be all she wrote for Brattleboro and set the stage for the amazing comeback. The Cougars took the kickoff to start the third quarter and Luke Dolan ran the kick back 25 yards to give MMU excellent field position to start their second half surge. Like Frankenstorm, it took a while to arrive, but when it happened... look out!. Behind a resurgent offensive line, composed of Dylan Fletcher, Brady Blow, Brooks Gay, Hayden Russell and Ben Haynes, MMU reeled off four first downs with Dakota Jones completing the drive with a 4-yard TD run with only five minutes gone in the third quarter to cut Brattleboro’s lead to 26-14. On the ensuing series, Dolan made his presence known on defense when he knocked the ball loose from a Brattleboro ball carrier and Brooks Gay fell on the fumble to give MMU possession at the Brattleboro 23 yard line. Four plays later Parker Young scored on a 2-yard plunge and Dolan hit Josh Fitzgerald on a gutsy pass play for the 2-point PAT and the Football continued on page 15 Help us honor our Veterans Send us their names or stories. mtgazette@earthlink.net Mountain Gazette, November 1, 2012 Football continued from page 14 Cougars were back in this one, cutting Brattleboro’s lead to 26-22. Both Dolan and Gay wrecked havoc with the Brattleboro offense in the third quarter. You could hear the “pop” from Dolan’s tackles on the sideline and Gay was all over the field, recovering three Brattleboro fumbles, intercepting a Brattleboro pass and returning it 56 yards to the Brattleboro five yard line. Unfortunately, a Cougar penalty wiped out the interception and return but it didn’t diminish the enormity of Gay’s effort. Brattleboro couldn’t move the ball against MMU on their next possession and the Cougars took over at mid field after a Brattleboro punt. Luke Dolan’s 20-yard completion to Justin Sanguinetti and Dakota Jones’s 12-yard run gave MMU the ball at the Brattleboro 2-yard line. Dolan’s 2-yard TD run made it 28-26 MMU. The amazing comeback was complete, but the Cougars were far from finished. Brattleboro fumbled on its next possession, thanks to the inspired play and gang tackling of the MMU ‘D’ and the Cougars capitalized on the Brattleboro miscue behind Matt Merchant’s 3-yard TD run with six minutes left on the clock, to make it 3426, MMU. Josh Fitzgerald’s 2-point PAT reception increased the Cougars’ lead to 36-26. The Brattleboro players were dismayed. They knew they had let a golden opportunity slip through their fingers. It was a feeling every MMU player understood because MMU has been on the opposite side of games like this. But even though they had been there themselves and even though they knew what the Brattleboro players were going through, the Cougars never took their feet off the gas pedal. This is the way football is meant to be played. This is why the kids sacrifice so much during the season. This was fun. On the next series, the MMU defense was too much for Brattleboro who punted after a three-and-out with less than five minutes left in the game. Within the blink of an eye MMU scored again as Luke Dolan and Josh Fitzgerald hooked up on a 2-yard TD pass to run the score to 42-26. Dolan’s completion on the PAT to Marcello Mosca made it MMU 44, Brattleboro 26. In many ways this game mirrored MMU’s season, its first in www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Page 15 HOME IMPROVEMENT Vermont’s tough Division I. The Cougars started out slowly, but once they gained the confidence they needed to compete against the state’s top teams, they gelled and became a force of their own. Referring to both the game and the season, Coach Richards couldn’t have been more proud of his squad. “The kids responded,” Richards said. “We came out in the second half and played like I’ve never seen this team play before. I’m happy for all the kids. I’m happy for the direction in which this program is going.” The other coaches agreed. “That’s determination,” Assistant Coach, Joe Gay, said. Football continued on page 16 BUSINESS DIRECTORY CLASSIFIEDS DAYCARE JENN’S FAMILY DAYCARE in Jericho has openings for toddler, pre-school and before and after school care. Hours are 6:30 AM-5:30 PM. Call for a tour today, 497-4511. 11/1 FREE FREE: NO OBLIGATION DISH NETWORK onsite survey. 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A Brattleboro player had been injured late in the fourth quarter and had to leave the game. The young man had played his heart out, but at the end he sat dejected and alone on the Brattleboro bench as the players from both teams engaged in the traditional hand shake at mid field after the game. Before his post-game speech, Coach Richards told his players there was still one play left. He asked them to walk across the field to the Brattleboro bench to shake the hand of the injured Brattleboro player, which they did. That was perhaps the most important lesson of the day. Football really didn’t matter at that point. What mattered was compassion and humility. Congratulations to Coach Richards and his staff and to every player on the MMU football team, starters and reserves, for your incredible effort this year. Every member of the extended MMU family, especially the Cougar faithful, appreciates you. I especially appreciate you letting me into your world to be a part of this great program. See you all next year. y g r e n E e h t Join ! y a d o T p o o C Zuckerman for Vermont Senate I’m proud to be endorsed by the organizations and individuals below. • ProfessionalFirefightersofVermont • Nurses and Professionals - VT-AFT • Teachers - Vermont Chapter of NEA • PlannedParenthood - Action Fund VT • Vermont State Employees Association US Senator Bernie Sanders Your Local Energy Partner • Sierra Club - VT Chapter 73 Prim Rd., Suite 3, Colchester, VT 05446 | • Democracy For America www.ecvt.net (802) 860-4090 MEMBER-OWNED SINCE 2001 • US Senator Bernie Sanders • GovernorPeterShumlin Soccer continued from page 1 volleyed a ball off a corner over BRMS’s keeper. Next in a scrabble in the box Molly Finn was taken down and scored the PK with 8 minutes left to go in the game. But it was not over yet, as Colchester took advantage one last time on the wing and scored with 2 min left in the game to tie it 3-3. PK’s began with Colchester sliding a ball past BRMS’s keeper, Ursula Moran. BRMS’s Dezi Youngman found the corner of the net for our first PK goal. Next Ursula Moran came up big with a save on Colchester’s second PK. Then BRMS’s Molly Finn scored as the ball hit the post and the goalie and went in, to give BRMS the lead. Colchester took the next We’re local — and we’re a co-op. PK and missed wide. BRMS’s We help our members save money Fionn Manning and use less energy. took the next PK and scored. Get ready for winter: Colchester W furnace and boiler tune-ups missed wide again and BRMS W efficiency test wins! W full safety check Thanks to all the fans that W all for only $69 came out to the game...it R BE EM N EW M was awesome! L IA Become a member today. Learn more SPEC Thanks for at www.ecvt.net or call (802) 860-4090. Save $46! a wonderful season. Our record before the tournament was 7-0-2, after the tournament 8-1-2. G.O.K.A Raiders! November 6th Vote “I have known and worked with David Zuckerman for nearly 20 years. He was an outstanding representative and I have every confidence he’ll do a great job standing up for the values we hold dear.” Mountain Gazette, November 1, 2012 Tr ust ECVT_MtnGazette_OCT_2012.indd 1 • CongressmanPeterWelch • GayeSymington, former Speaker of the House • PhilHoff, former Governor 9/27/12 4:07 PM • DougRacine, former VT Senator & Lt. Governor • TJ Donovan-Chittenden County State’s Attorney • SenatorTimAshe • Rep.BillLippert, Hinesburg • Rep.JimMcCullough, Williston • Rep.LindaWaiteSimpson, Essex Jct. TRUST IS KNOWING SOMEONE IS THERE TO CATCH YOUR FALL. IT’S KNOWING SOMEONE WILL BE THERE WHEN YOU NEED A SHOULDER TO CRY ON. IT’S KNOWING A PROMISE MADE IS A PROMISE KEPT. TRUST IS SOMETHING WE EARN EVERYDAY. • BillMcKibben, founder 350.org www.ZuckermanforVTSenate.com Tel: 802-448-2654 Email: info@ZuckermanforVTSenate.com Leadership for a Sustainable Future Paid for by Zuckerman for VT Senate, Peter Carmolli, Treasurer Burlington Essex Junction SOUTH CHAPEL MTN. 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