New Listings - The Islander
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New Listings - The Islander
The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 1 Online Petition to Save Grand Isle Courthouse New Listings By Susan Davis Grand Isle State’s Attorney Doug DiSabito is more than just a little concerned about the possible “regionalization” of local courts. Last week DiSabito started an online petition asking Governor Shumlin, Senators Mazza, Degree and McAllister and Representatives Krebs and Johnson to “keep our courthouse (Grand Isle County) open and fully functional, with no venue changes and the same judicial services as every other county”. At press time, 247 individuals have signed the petition. In the later part of March the House Appropriations Committee passed H.490 that did a number of things that would directly impact small county courts: it created a study group to work during the summer to examine how systematic changes could be created to save judiciary dollars that both the Shumlin administration and the Legislature are looking for; and it cut $500,000 from the judiciary’s budget but then restored it for FY 2016 with one-time money equal to the $500,000 cut. The Vermont Judiciary then amended the bill adding the ability of the Vermont Supreme Court to direct all hearings (criminal, civil, family and probate) would be able to be held in a county “irrespective of the county in which the venue would lie for the case under the governing statute”. By the time the bill hit the Senate most of the venue language had been pulled back with the exception of the ability Court to change venue for Termination of Parental Rights (TPR). DiSabito said that he was pleased that Island residents would “continue to have access to justice in our own county and in all four division of the Superior Court.” However, the latest amendment on Regional Venue gave him pause. “I personally think this as a ‘foot-in-the-door’ toward regionalization, which has been the The Judiciary’s goal for years”, he said. See “COURTHOUSE” to Better PAGE 3 David Porteous Realtor 861-6292 ALBURGH To be built, Energy efficient 3 bdrm, 2 ba home w/walkout basement on village lot with municipal water & sewer, many options available, $209,900 ISLE LA MOTTE Beautifully maintained two bedroom, one bath home on over an acre with 100’ of deep, clean lake frontage, $330,000 NORTH HERO ALBURGH New construction, 3 bdrm, 2 ba ranch w/attached Price Reduced! 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Grand Isle – 3.88 Acre building lot with 40’ wide shared access to Lake Champlain! 3 Bdrm WW permit in place to build your dream home! Offered at $175,000 Andrea M. Champagne Patti LaBounty Lee B. Taylor Marilyn Bryant Lagrow Dale Booska Morway Janet Jarvis Hatin Abby Lagrow www.AndreaChampagne.com 802.372.4500 Open Mon. Wed. Fri. Sat.: 10-5 Tues. Thurs. Sun.: By Chance JUNE INSPECTIONS DUE 6 Call Mitchel or Chris 372-6139 Route 2 & 314 South Hero 11 South Street, South Hero VT 05486 802-372-5527 silverbytish@hotmail.com John B. Kneen •Smoke Alarms •Renovations •CO Alarms •New Construction •Fully Insured •30 Yrs Experience 802-238-4802 • Grand Isle The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 2 Let’s Make Some Sawdust By Susan Davis Grand Isle Art Works will be celebrating their fifth anniversary in July, an anniversary traditionally marked with a gift of wood. As Owners Ellen Thompson and Jim Holzschuh put their heads together to find a way in which they could show their appreciation to the Island communities, one of their gallery artists suggested having a Little Free Library building party. Now having a Little Free Library (LFL) on site had been a dream of Ellen’s since the business began. She was certain that Jim could and would build one for her, but time and years of rehabbing a 1797 farmhouse got in the way. But their “ah-ha moment” came when they decided to enlarge upon the idea and create not just one LFL but one for each of the five island communities – and maybe more! “What if the idea was open to include teams of people to design their libraries from up-cycled materials or from LFL kits,” said Ellen. “And what if gallery artists pitched in to paint and decorate the libraries,” added Jim. Their plan was beginning to take roots. They call the project “Books By The Lake – Little Free Libraries”, set the dates of July 18 and 19 for hands-on workshops and created a Kickstarter program to fund it. With a goal of at least six LFLs, they hope to get the word out for people, artists, woodworkers and materials to help offset the total cost. “We will need teams of folks with hammers, screwdrivers, saws, sandpaper, paint and brushes, and any other kind of tool one might think of, to put the little buildings together,” said Jim. “And up-cycled materials like small windows or boxes, small cabinets, wooden filing cabinets, roofing material, outdoor paints – the brighter the better – knobs, hinges and more,” said Ellen. And for those who are less inclined to create their own library, Ellen and Jim will purchase three LFL kits, which is where the Kickstarter program comes in. Kickstarter is the world’s largest online funding platform for creative projects. More information about the LFL project and links to the fundraising campaign can be found at www. grandisleartworks.com. Little Free Libraries began in 2009 when Todd Bol built a small birdhouse-like structure and filled it with books in honor of his mother, a former school teacher and avid reader. Todd placed the little “house” on his front lawn with a sign encouraging curious visitors to “Take a book; leave a book”. Soon Little Free Libraries began popping up all over the country – in rural areas and cities alike. Today there is a national network of Little Free Libraries to help people locate one in the area they may be living or visiting. The Island LFLs will be registered with the national website. For more information about the project, feel free to contact Ellen or Jim at Grand Isle Art Works, 378-4591 or visit their website. 21 Sunset View Road P.O. Box 212 South Hero, VT 05486 islander@vermontislander.com p: (802)372-5600 f: (802)372-3025 The Islander is published weekly and circulated in South Hero, Grand Isle, North Hero, Isle La Motte, Alburgh, Milton, Georgia, Colchester and Swanton in Vermont, and Rouses Point, Champlain, Chazy and Mooers in New York. Editor- George Fowler, Production Manager- Tonya L. Poutry, Graphic Artist- Tonya L. Poutry, Sales ManagerBruce Cahan Circulation- Chriss Sherwin ContributorsSusan Davis - sdavisvt47@gmail.com 802-378-5282, Mary Racicot, Mary Harwood, Anita Bruley, Lisa Arnold, Julie Dickie and Lorinda Henry. To place display advertising, contact the office at (802)372-5600 or FAX us at (802)372-3025. Office Hours are Thursday-Saturday 9:00-12:00/1:005:00 and Monday 9-5; Tuesday and Wednesday by appointment or chance. Deadline for Tuesday's Paper is Saturday Noon. Website: www.lakechamplainislander.com Editorial material may be reproduced with credit. Advertising material is the property of the publisher. —All Rights Reserved— Not responsible for typographical errors. www.facebook.com/lakechamplainislander In This Issue... Alburgh News............................................Page 4 New York News..........................................Page 5 South Hero News.......................................Page 6 North Hero News......................................Page 8 Grand Isle News.........................................Page 9 Legal Notices........................................Page 13-14 Isle La Motte..............................................Page 16 Milton.........................................................Page 17 Dicker Dens...............................................Page 18 Please note: Due to a file error the answers to last week’s puzzles will be in the 4/28/15 issue of The Islander. Dick’s Repair Shop LLC Parts Plus Car Care Center 79 Allen Road Grand Isle, VT 802-372-6651 Roger & Rosemary Rabideau COURTHOUSE Continued from page 1 Although the Court has not designated what counties would be affected, DiSabito is more than concerned. “Are parents who are facing Termination of Parental Rights and who live in Grand Isle, Franklin or Addison Counties going to have to go to Chittenden County to participate in a hearing? What I have witnessed over the years is that parents involved in TPR cases are often low-income Vermonters, many with transportation issues. These cases are often hearings that are held on multiple consecutive days and a family having to drive to Burlington would prove difficult. This provision targets the most vulnerable Vermonters. The greatest burden will be on these folks, yet these folks face losing the most – their children,” added DiSabito. To view DiSabito’s online petition, go to the following site: http://www.change.org/p/grandisle-county-residents-keep-our-courthouseopen-and-fully-functional-with-no-venuechanges. Island Roman Catholic Parishes Announces Summer Schedule The Island Roman Catholic Parish is pleased to announce its mass schedule for the summer season. Beginning May 2, the schedule will be St. Rose of Lima, South Hero 4 pm on Saturdays; St. Joseph Mission, Isle La Motte 6 pm on Saturdays; St. Joseph Church, Grand Isle 9 am on Sundays and St. Amadeus Church, Alburgh at 10:30 am on Sundays. All are welcome! Legislative Update By Representative Mitzi Johnson Thank you to everyone who has spoken up for our courthouse. Representative Krebs, Senator Mazza and I have all pledged strong support for our North Hero courthouse and work in Montpelier to keep our court open as well as increase available services here. Vermont’s judicial system, statewide, is struggling. While the Judiciary branch receives funding increases every single year, caseloads and court pressures have increased even more, particularly in the area of children endangered by parents with opiate addictions. Reduced judge time and increased caseloads are jeopardizing timely access to justice all over the state. While there is still a lot of work to do, the Judiciary is already in better shape than in the beginning of the session. The House Appropriations Committee that I chair increased their budget by $1.8 million ($500,000 over the Governor’s recommendation) and was able to exempt the Judiciary from employee budget reductions happening throughout state government. A few years ago, when there was an active drive to consolidate court houses, your Reps (at the time Ira and me) got a law passed that says judicial services SHALL be delivered in every county. There have not been any attempts to change that law. The struggle now is finding cost-effective ways to deliver timely services across the whole judicial system, especially in North Hero. If the best defense is a good offense, then the most effective way to protect and improve our courthouse would be to come up with suggestions for how to improve court proceedings statewide. Our local courthouse staff does a great job, but is severely constrained by official procedures and the resources they’re given by the central office. I’ll keep working on even more funding and judge time, but I’d like to hear your experiences and suggestions about where we could avoid duplication and waste in the court system so that we can make better use of the resources we have. Sharing your stories and experiences will help make change happen. Please contact us with your thoughts and questions! Rep Bob Krebs, RKrebs@leg.state.vt.us or 802-372-4567 and myself at MJohnson@leg.state. vt.us or 802-363-4448. Art Show “Bird Walk” at the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge Calling all artists in the area to participate in the annual art show at the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center on Tabor Road in West Swanton, opening on Saturday, May 16, 2015 and running through July 17, 2015. The Refuge Open House on May 16 celebrates International Migratory Bird Day. This year’s art show will create a “Bird Walk” down the halls of the Refuge Visitor Center, as its opening coincides with guided bird walks and boat tours to survey the local and migrating birds found on the Refuge this time of year. A speaker will be on the afternoon schedule. The application to submit artwork featuring Refuge birds, as well as the list of birds seen at the Refuge, is found on the Friends of Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge website at http://friendsofmissisquoi.org/. Note: If the birds are found on the Refuge, the photographs do not need to be taken on the Refuge. If you have questions, please contact Carol Yarnell at carolclyde@fairpoint.net. St. Amadeus Clothes Closet Opening for Season The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 3 MAY 11 6:00PM - 8:00PM GRAND ISLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Siblings can be friends, companions, playmates and rivals. How parents relate to each child influences the sibling relationship. Parents are invited to explore issues related to sibling rivalry, as well as strategies that minimize their development and chances of them becoming harmful. After all, rivalry is a natural part of growing up in a family with more than one child. Jeanine Fitzgerald will be holding a parent training on May 11th from 6:00pm-8:00pm at the Grand Isle Elementary School. Jeanine Fitzgerald is a certified Human Behavior Consultant and Specialist, and Owner of The Fitzgerald Institute of Lifelong Learning. Jeanine specializes in researchbased strategies in educational leadership, relationship-building, motivation, preventing the factors that compromise the fulfillment of a child’s maximum potential and implementing positive interventions in “real life” settings. She understands the daily struggles and frustrations of educators and parents, and honors the “hero within” each individual she has the privilege to work along side. Jeanine draws on more than 35 years of professional experience as a certified teacher, mental health professional and mother of three grown children; she understands the promise of every child, as well as the diversity of their needs. Please call the Learning Adventure at 372-3930 to register. The St. Amadeus Clothes Closet will reopen on Monday, May 4 and will be open throughout the Summer on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 to 3 pm. Gently used clothes, bed linens and toys for free-will donations are offered. Please remember the Clothes Closet when you are cleaning out, as well. Sharing your treasures will benefit those in the communities and make you feel great, too! Local Residents to Perform with Northern Bronze in Concert Come travel along with Northern Bronze, Vermont’s exciting handbell ensemble, as they take you on a world tour through the artistry of handbell music from around the globe. Enjoy their concert, Bells ‘Round the World, which features familiar tunes such as Londonderry Gardens, Yellow Bird, What a Wonderful World and Jamaican Rumba, in addition to pieces from Africa, Russia and Wales. Ringers feature local residents Dolf and Mary Jane Wirsing of South Hero and Diantha Howard of Grand Isle. Concerts will be held: Friday, May 8 at the Richmond Library, 7 pm, 201 Bridge St, Richmond, VT; Saturday, May 9, 70 pm. College St. Congregational Church, Burlington, benefits Steeple Repair; Sunday, May 10, Holley Hall, 3 pm, 1 South Street, Bristol, VT; and Tuesday, May 12, 7 pm, First Congregational Church of Essex Junction on Main Street, to benefit their music program. Admission is $12, $10 for seniors and students. Now Open for the Season! The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 4 Alburgh News Lisa Arnold lisarno@gisu.org So, I promised myself I would not speak of that dreadful word this week - that word that is causing grumpy moods in gardeners and not, that word that makes us all question our Vermont character, that word that just HAS to get better. . Whether or not I am happy with what it going on outside or whether or not I have to wear boots instead of flip flops, I will not speak of it. I am not sure whether or not you know of the word I am speaking of, I guess it depends on whether you like the temperatures outside or the wind or the white flakes of frozen water that have been seen falling from the sky. I wonder if Mother Nature knows whether or not it is nearly May? We all know things are bound to improve in the meteorological department, but the question is whether it will change sooner or later. Can you tell whether or not I am ready for the hot summer sun? So, whether or not you are happy with the effects of the lack on sunshine, don’t forget that this Saturday, May 2 is Green Up Day. For more information, please contact the Town Office at 802-7963468 VILLAGE NOTES The Village of Alburgh will be in the process of replacing and repairing broken water meters in the upcoming weeks. If your water meter is one that needs repairs and you are not home at the time the Superintendent stops by, a note will be left asking for you to contact him to set up an appointment. Please help us make this process go as smoothly and efficiently as possible by contacting the Superintendent promptly. The Village of Alburgh’s Annual Meeting will be held on Tuesday May 5, 2015 at 7:30 pm. A copy of the Village of Alburgh’s Annual Report may be picked up at the Village Office, viewed online at www.alburghvt.org under the Village Office tab, or a copy can be mailed upon request by contacting the Village Office at 796-3763. Bargain Barn, Hero’s Welcome, Keeler’s Bay Variety, Dockside Outdoor Supply, Alburgh Beverage Mart, Chazy Hardware, Rouse Point Sportsmen’s’ Club, Jolley (Village Mobil), Crossroads On the Run, BP Auto, Poissant Auto, Pepsi, Beaulac Excavating, and Blair’s Trucking. The SAL especially thanks Window World and Clean-Tech for their very generous donations for the cash prizes for the winners. It was another successful Derby and they appreciated everyone who participated. MAPLE BREAKFAST Mark your calendars for a hearty Maple Breakfast on Sunday, May 3 from 9 am to noon at the St. Amadeus Parish Center. On the menu; ham, bacon, eggs, veggie egg bake, home fries, blueberry pancakes, sausage gravy and biscuits, maple dumplings, toast, juice, coffee and milk. Donations accepted to defer costs.. Volunteers are also needed in the kitchen and dining room. Please call Maurice at 802- 796-4418 if you can help. ALBURGH SCHOOL NEWS On Wednesday, April 29 all students and staff will participate in the National Walk at Lunch Day and Green-Up the School event. A flyer went out before vacation and will also go out this week vacation to encourage community participation and an invite to a barbecue lunch at school. You must RSVP to attend. There will be a “Siblings Can Be Friends!” Parent Training at the Grand Isle Elementary School on May 11th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Parents will learn strategies to deal with issues such as sibling rivalry and more. For more information please call the Learning Adventure at 372-3930. Inservice Day - Alburgh School will be closed on May 6th for Teacher Inservice. Alburgh School Community Council Meeting - Tuesday, May 19th at 5:00 PM in the Art Room. ALBURGH LIBRARY NEWS By: Gina Lewis, Library Director (802)796-6077, alburgpl@fairpoint.net 4/22/2015 NEW BOOKS: New books on the shelf this week are Your Next Breath by Iris Johansen and Gathering Prey by John Sandford. FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: Friday, May 1 at 7 pm the library will be showing the movie APRIL SCHEDULE APRIL 30 EXECUTIVE MEETING AT 7:30 Paddington (2014) All ages are welcome to join us. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. FILM NIGHT: Monday, May 4 at 7 pm we will be viewing the movie Big Eyes by director Tim Burton starring Amy Adams and Christopher Waltz (2014). PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: StoryTime is every Tuesday at 10:30. Bring your child for stories, crafts, and snacks. CAMERA CLUB: Wednesday, May 6 the library Camera Club will be meeting at 10 am. Everyone with all experience is welcome to join us! KIDS ART CLASSES: Kids art classes every Thursday at 3:30 with Dot Cota. Grades K-8 HANDCRAFTERS MEET: From knitting to needlework, all handcrafters are invited to join the group on Thursdays at 6:30 pm. ALL LIBRARY PROGRAMS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO EVERYONE!LIBRARY WEBSITE: Did you know the library has a website? It features our monthly events, new books, many online resources, and our entire library catalog! Check it out, alburghpl.org. LIBRARY HOURS: Monday 1-6, Tuesday 9-5, Wednesday 1-6, Thursday 1-6, Friday 1-6, Saturday 10-1. HEART OF LIFE FUNDRAISER FOR RELAY FOR LIFE A special evening of fun and dancing will be held on Saturday, May 2 at the Alburgh Legion to raise money for the Franklin County Relay for Life for the American Cancer Society. The band Them Nakeds will play and there will be raffles for many wonderful prizes. The cost is $10 and all proceeds will support the Heart of Life Team’s fundraising efforts for the Relay. THANKS FROM THE SAL Special thanks from the Alburgh Post #60 Sons of the American Legion to the following individuals and businesses for their generous donations to the Winter Fishing Derby: M & R Guns and Ammo, McCuins, Back Country Sports, Champlain Valley Equipment, Swanton House of Pizza, Bayside Bait and Tackle, Sweetie Pies, Salon Elizabeth, Ron’s Small Engine, Harvest Equipment, North Country Bait and Tackle, Shaggy’s Pizza, Desorcie’s, Scampers, Dominos Pizza, Mimmos, Franklin Rental, Handy Toyota, Peak Performance, Kevin Smith’s, Bayside Pavilion, Linda’s, Rosie’s Beef Jerky, Salon Diva, Warner’s, Holiday Harbor, Island *Propane Exchange Tues &Thurs Valid 5/4/15 New York News Mary Racicot sara@primelink1.net SPRING CLEAN-UP The Spring Clean-Up days for the Village of Rouses Point will commence on Monday, May 11 and will continue through Friday, May 15. Residents are requested to bag as much of the material as possible and to place it curbside by 7:30 am in such a position so that parked cars, etc. do not block the pickup truck which will greatly facilitate the collection. Residents are reminded that this collection is for the pickup of bagged clippings in clear bags only, leaves and brush and tree limbs not to exceed 3” in diameter only. This will be the only time the village crew will be picking up clippings, leaves and limbs this spring. The next pickup will be this fall. The Compost Facility will be used for leaves and bagged clipping only – no limbs. 21ST SENIOR CELEBRATION The 21st Annual Senior Celebration will take place on Friday, May 1, at the Senior Center, 5139 North Catherine Street, in Plattsburgh. Events begin when the doors open at 8:20 am with a light snack. Opening Ceremonies will begin at 9:30 am with Erin Flanigan singing the National Anthem. There will be an awards presentation, naming of an agency and business of the year, and honoring 90+ seniors in attendance. The YMCA pre-school children will visit at 10 am, musicians Frank & Gaylon will perform at 11 am. A hot turkey lunch of roast turkey, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, and pumpkin pie for dessert will be served at Noon. The Castaway band will perform at that time. Frank and Gaylon will offer music renditions from 1 pm to 3 pm and the raffles and prizes will be awarded at 3:00 pm Laurie Marvin will serve as Master of Ceremonies. Tickets may be purchased at Rouses Point Nutrition Site, 9 Liberty Street, Rouses Point, Dannemora Nutrition Site, Mooers Nutrition Site, Senior Citizens Council, Beekman Towers Nutrition Site, and Office for the Aging, Nutrition Program for the Elderly, 45 Veterans Ln, Plattsburgh, Lakeview Towers Nutrition Site and JCEO at 54 Margaret Street. A $3 donation is suggested for lunch if you are over 60 years of age. An $8 charge is required for adults under 60. This event is sponsored by several nonprofit sponsors as well as participation sponsors, gold sponsors, and bronze sponsors. AMTRAK TRAIN DAY Amtrak Train Days to celebrate reasons to ride for a single National Train Day to multiple events throughout 2015. In 2015, America’s Railroad is launching Amtrak Train Days (ATD) to celebrate with local communities why trains matter and reasons to ride. Due to the past success of the “National Train Day”, Amtrak is expanding its community program from multiple events on a single day to individual events over the course of the spring, summer and fall. ATD will focus on reaching current and new audiences across America to reinforce the importance, benefits and value of passenger train travel. ATD will officially kick off on Saturday, May 9, 2015 at Chicago Union Station and then will travel across the country during the summer and fall. Amtrak Train Day will be celebrated in Rouses Point on Saturday, May 9, from 11 to 2 pm at the former D&H Station, now known as the Rouses Point History/Welcome Center, Pratt Street, Rouses Point. JEAN ARTHUR COMMEMORATION DAY The Clinton County Historical Association is partnering with SUNY Plattsburgh’s Center for the Study of Canada, the Strand Center for the Arts, and the City of Plattsburgh to present a day to commemorate film star and Plattsburgh native, Jean Arthur. This event will take place on Saturday, May 9 at 11 am with the dedication ceremony of a placement marker at 94 Oak Street. A reception at the Center for the Study of Canada and a film showing at the Strand Theater will follow. More details will be forthcoming. The William G. Pomeroy Foundation provides the historic marker. 2ND ANNUAL CLINTON COUNTY ART AND BOOK FAIR The 2nd Annual Clinton County Art and Book Fair Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, May 9, from 10 am to 4 pm at the Plattsburgh Recreation Center. You are invited to join artists of all mediums who will be present to bring together a culmination of artwork generated in our County and about our County. A large book sale will also take place during the event and everything is priced to sell. All proceeds from the book sale will benefit the Clinton County Historical Society, proceeds from artist sales go to the artist. LIBRARIES INTRODUCE DIGITAL MAGAZINES Local public libraries introduce digital magazines: one-stop-shop for digital magazines allows library patrons to browse the latest issues of the most sought after magazines. Patrons of public libraries throughout the North Country can now access almost 40 magazines digitally with their borrower’s card. Local libraries have recently unveiled Flipster, a next generation digital magazine service. This shared service allows readers to browse the latest issues of high quality digital versions of popular magazines, courtesy of their local public library. The 30 member libraries of the CEF Library System now provide both Flipster and print versions of popular magazines like Fine Gardening, Health, Forbes and more, so patrons will have the option of accessing the content at their library, or remotely. Magazines can be downloaded to iPads or iPad Minis via a native app for offline reading. With their library The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 5 card barcode number, users can browse magazines by category and search specific periodicals. An online newsstand provides a carousel of the most recent issues, as well as previous issues. The table of contents contains links that allow readers to quickly go to articles of interest as “hotlinks” within magazines, which open in, separate tabs when clicked. Along with a print capability, the Flipster platform provides an option to zoom in and out for better readability. System director Ewa Jankowska says, “More and more people use smart phones and tablets to access information today, so it only makes sense that libraries provide popular magazines in a digital format. We’re all working together to make almost 40 high interest titles easily available. Visit the library system’s web site at Dodge Memorial Library and type in your 14-digit library barcode number to get started or to learn more. Readers who do not have a borrower’s card can easily obtain one from a local public library. HOMETOWN CABLE Home Town Cable (24) is the viewersupported, local cable-TV/Internet channel for the communities of Altona, Champlain, Chazy, Ellenburg, Mooers and Rouses Point. Daily 4-hour programming starts play at 11:00, 3:00 and 7:00 (AM and PM), except Wednesday (three hour program), which is shown at 11:00, 2:00, 5:00 and 8:00 (AM and PM). Programming is also available as free video-on-demand at www. hometowncablenetwork.com and www. plattsburgh.com. NOTES It is wonderful to see so many people working in the yards and flower gardens. It won’t be long we will have beautiful blooms and wonderful vegetables to enjoy. The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 6 South Hero News Mary Harwood mary.s.harwood@gmail.com TOWN HEARINGS The South Hero Zoning Board of Adjustment and Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing at 7 p.m. on Wednesday May 6, at the Town Office, to act on a conditional use and site plan brought by Benjamin Durant for landowner Vermont Land Trust, Inc. They seek to convert the existing 4-bedroom residence located at 20 East Shore Road at to a processing and bottling of vinified and distilled products, tasting facility, retail sales of vinified and distilled products, host wedding and provide a prep kitchen for catering, and maintain a 2-bedroom residence. KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION If you have a child who will turn 5 before 1, 2014, and will be attending Folsom School, we need your contact information. Please call Sue at 372-6600 by May 1. RETIREMENT TRIBUTE Donna Lefebvre is retiring from Folsom School in June after more than 35 years. Please send remembrances, photos and tributes to Helen Prakelt Bishop at helbish@ gisu.org. Photos will be returned. A public tribute evening is in the works; the date will be announced soon SPRING TEA Don’t miss the 9th Annual St. Rose of Lima Spring Tea on Sunday, May 3 from 2-4 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Have fun, enjoy good food, and take a chance at winning prizes donated by local businesses. There will be tea, punch, a variety of tea sandwiches, petit fours and many other homemade delights. Cost is $10 person. You will receive a raffle ticket at admission. Wear a hat and/or gloves and get more raffle tickets. Due to limited space, reservations are required. Call 3724092 to make them. Gather your mother, grandmother, sister, daughter or friend and join us for the fun. ROBINSON SCHOLARSHIP Applications for the 26th Annual Donald B. Robinson Memorial Scholarship for a South Hero high school senior are due by May 18. Applications are available through your high school guidance department. For more information about this scholarship or an application please call Sue at 372-6600. BEAN COMPANY PRESENTATION AT HISTORICAL SOCIETY The South Hero Historical Society‘s next presentation Friday, May 1, 7 p.m. at Folsom is on the town’s Bean Company and Canning Factory. In the early 1900s of South Hero history, the town boasted both a Bean Company and a factory which canned local corn. Come and learn where they were located and why, how many years they existed, and what effect they had on the community at that time. David Fifield, whose father and grandfather owned the Bean Company, will speak. Bring your memories and photos. at!? Wh Midnite Sew’s LIBRARY NEWS By: Carolyn Brennan, Librarian TODDLER TUNES: Friday May 1, 10:30 led by Lee English. Stop by to sing, dance, and play! PRESCHOOL STORY HOUR: Fridays at 10 am! BOOK DISCUSSION: May 20 at 6:30 pm Brewster by Mark Slouka. The New York Times Review of Books calls this, “Intense and Elegiac”. The books are in, join our growing group and pick up your copy today! WILD GOURMET FOOD: A lesson on foraging wild edibles with Nova Kim and Les Hook of WildGourmetFood.com. May 13, 6 pm at the library! NEW BOOKS: Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant by Roz Chast, The Shadow of the Crescent Moon by Fatima Bhutto, The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up, by Marie Kondo, The Stranger by Harlan Coben, World Gone By by Dennis Lehane, NYPD Red 3 by James Patterson, and many more! nstch@aol.coymAppt. Only at: B Hours: M-F 9-5 S HOURS: Sunday and Monday- Closed; Tuesday, Thursday and Friday- 9 am to 4 pm; Wednesday- 11 am to 8 pm; Saturday- 9 am to 2 pm. TRUSTEES MEETING: The Library Board of Trustees Meeting is held on the second Monday of every month at 4:30 pm, and it is open to the public. South Hero Community Library is located at 75 South Street inside Folsom Educational and Community Center. Please stop by, email southherolibrary@gmail.com, call 372-6209, or visit us online at www.southherolibrary.org at Island Industrial Park, 4 Island Circle Grand Isle, Vermont Hours: 8:00-4:30 Mon.-Thurs. 8:00-3:30 Fri. info@islandexcavatingcorp.com www.islandexcavatingcorp.com St. Joseph’s Church Hall in Grand Isle every Thursday at 6:30p.m. with Early Birds starting at 6:15p.m. Death Notices FAY DAVIS CLINE MURIELLE T. SCILLION RONALD ALAN CASE, SR. West Swanton- Ronald Alan Case, Sr. passed away Tuesday evening April 21, 2015 at his West Swanton residence, after a courageous battle with cancer, with his loving family by his side. Born in New Britain, Connecticut on March 4, 1953, he was the son of Homer Case and Pauline Brouillard, and his special PaPa Charles Witter. On November 11, 2000 he was married tothe former Colette Robitaille who survives him. Ron attended Coginchaug Regional High School in Durham CT. He was an active hunter, Nascar fan, local ice hockey supporter, and enjoyed restoring antique vehicles. In the past few years, Ron enjoyed many cruises and Harley rides with friends and family. His favorite cruise was the most recent one surrounded by his wife and children, and family friends. During his lifetime, Ron worked at Pratt and Whitney in Connecticut, and also started his own construction company. Upon moving to Vermont, he owned and operated a dairy farm and Lakewood Campground with his wife. During the winter months he worked at Barry Callebaut USA, Terry Hill Trucking, Omega Electric, and even built a few houses. He made many friends in the local dairy farming community through his work both as a farmer and delivering Young’s Minerals. As an active member of the community, Ron was on the Swanton Planning Commission from 2002 until recently. Ron was the guy that everyone could count on to fix anything. He was always more than willing to help anyone in need. He will be remembered as a giver and a family man. Ron took pride in passing his building skills to his three sons. Ron is survived by his wife; Colette and their children Ronald, Jr., Amanda, Melanie and her husband David Lussier, Richard, Stephanie and Jonathan. Grandchildren; Veronica, Sophia, Tucker, Lillian, Parker and Aubree. His brothers and sisters and their family; E.J. Chico Fabretti, Gary and his wife Susan Case, Richard Snedeker, Paul and his wife Debra Case, Lee and her husband Ed Drag, Scott Case, John and his wife Mary Gaetano, Donna and her husband Wayne Bizier, Chip Case and his wife Kimberly, Several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Ron leaves behind a countless number of close friends and a very extensive blended family. We apologize if we’ve omitted any names. He will be greatly missed by all the patrons of Lakewood Campground. His was pre-deceased by his mother Pauline and sibling Thomas Snedeker. Ron was an avid hockey fan, attending hundreds of his children’s hockey games, as they went up the ranks from T- Blade in MAHA to MVU Hockey. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Missisquoi Valley Amateur Hockey Association PO Box 67, Highgate VT 05459, where a fund is being created in Ron’s name to allow underprivileged children to play hockey. The Liturgy of Christian Burial was celebrated Monday April 27, 2015 at the Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, in Swanton. Father Luke P. Austin was the celebrant and homilist. The Rite of Committal and Interment followed at the family lot in Saint Mary’s Roman Catholic Cemetery. The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 7 by all who knew her; she was a very special woman. Ma, we love you just as much now as we did when you first held us. Until we meet again. Killeen, TX/ Alburgh- On September 6, 1921, Fay Juanita Davis was the first born to William Fred and Nettie Edna (Gibson) Davis in McGregor Texas. During her younger years Fay helped raise her 2 brothers and seven sisters as well as working full time. During World War II she worked in Woods Manufactory and at Hawk and Buck Factories making army clothes. In 1946 she met Elwin and on May 23, 1947 she married Elwin Jacob Cline and into a military family and began her life for the next 24 years as a military wife. They traveled and were stationed at different bases in the United States and overseas. On December 20, 1949 Sandra Kay was born at Camp Hood (which later became Ft. Hood) and joined their family. Elwin, Fay and Sandra traveled around and went by boat to Germany where they were stationed for a while before returning to the United States. On December 21, 1954 another daughter Debby was born at Ft. Hood, Texas. Their travels continued throughout the United States and to France, where they were one of the last military families to leave Orleans, France when the base was closed. During Fay’s married life there were a lot of separations due to the military life. During her travels Fay worked with children in churches and chapels for over 40 years throughout the United States and Europe. Fay was very interested in foreign ministries and missionaries and believed very much in the work they did and also her lord and savior. For 13 years Fay was a Girl Scout troop leader not only in the United States, but also in France. As a troop leader she traveled to Germany for trainings which made her enjoy what she did even more. On March 7, 1974 Fay and Elwin were blessed with a son David. Fay was very involved in her children’s lives. In February 1990 Fay lost the love of her life when Elwin went to be with the lord. During his illness Fay took care of him and made him a promise that she would take care of his mother which Fay did with the help of the lord until her mother in law passed away. In October of 2012, Fay moved to Alburgh, Vermont to live with her daughter Debby and to spend time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Fay continued being busy until her death on April 24, 2015. Fay is survived by her children, Sandra Arnold of Killeen Texas, Debby Curtis of Alburgh, Vermont, and David Cline of Killeen, Texas. She is also survived by her 5 grandchildren; Timothy Curtis and his wife Rebekah and their 2 children Peyton and Matthew, Amee’ Gotshall and her husband Tyler and their 3 children, Brianna, Taylor and Ethan, Andrew Curtis and his friend Tammy and her 2 children, Kyle and Casey, Stephanie Curtis all of Alburgh, Vermont, Katrina Arline and her husband Tony and Katrina’s son Billy of Colorado. She is also survived by granddaughter in law Leah Curtis, a former son in law Richard Barr and an “adopted” grandson Bill Getts. Fay is survived by her brother A.L. Davis and wife Mary Ann of Waco and her sister Madelyn and her husband Joe Pitts of Albertville, Alabama. Fay is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and many friends especially Mr. Charles Brown. Besides her husband Elwin, Fay is preceded in death by her parents, six sisters: Catherine Sheon, Carrie Dean Smith, Ruby McDonald, Margret Buckner, Louise Parker, Lucille Murrell and her brother J.A. Davis as well as her in laws Major Russell and Anna Marie Cline. Fay will be missed Alburgh- Murielle T. Scillion passed away peacefully on April 20, 2015 at the University of Vermont Medical Center with her family by her side. Murielle was born in Bristol, Connecticut on October 17, 1937. She is the daughter of Alphonse and Claire Taillon. She attended St. Ann’s School and graduated from Bristol High School. On May 28, 1962, she married Delbert C. Scillion. After enjoying a summer home in Vermont, Delbert and Murielle moved permanently to Alburgh, when they purchased Henry’s Sportsman’s Inn. Murielle and Del always worked tirelessly together as a team unning the business. They could always be seen completing projects together and in the off-season, they enjoyed searching for and refinishing beautiful antique furniture, which is displayed proudly in her home and the home of her daughter. Murielle loved meeting people and she made many life-long friendships with the families who visited Henry’s year after year. Upon selling Henry’s, Murielle worked at F.W. Meyers in Rouses Point, New York and later at UPS in Champlain, New York. She was consistently recognized and appreciated for her strong work ethic and willingness to help others with anything they might need. She was a great cook and loved making baked goodies and taking them to work to share with her colleagues. Murielle was fiercely independent and was known for mowing her own lawn and taking care of her own home right up until the time of her death. Murielle’s biggest gift in life was to her family. Her unconditional love and support are forever remembered. The shining star in Murielle’s life was her granddaughter, Jenna. In Murielle’s eyes, the sun rose and set around her relationship with Jenna and their special bond will forever be treasured. She also, cherished her son-inlaw, Thomas whom she loved like a son. Murielle was a life-long member of the Catholic faith and attended church at St. Joseph’s and St. Anne’s Shrine in Isle LaMotte, St. Amadeus in Alburgh and more recently at St. Patrick’s Church in Rouses Point, New York. Her commitment and trust in God were evident in the way she lived her life. She had a beautiful soul. She was kind beyond measure and her devotion to her family and friends is a reflection of her deep beliefs. Murielle is survived by her loving family, including her daughter, Lynne and husband, Thomas and their daughter, Jenna; her sister; Liliane Braman and many nieces and nephews. Murielle was predeceased by her parents, her husband Delbert, her brothers, Gilbert Taillon and Aime Taillon, and her sisters, Marcelle Valentine, Olivette Ricci, Louise Tomlan and Madeleine Williams. In accordance with Murielle’s wishes, there will be no calling hours. The Liturgy of Christian Burial was celebrated Friday, April 24, 2015 at St. Amadeus Roman Catholic Church in Alburgh with The Rev. Msgr. Bernard Bourgeois as Celebrant and Homilist. The Rite of Committal and Interment followed in Saint Amadeus Cemetery, Alburgh. Contributions in Murielle’s name may be made to the charity of your choice. The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 8 North Hero News islander@vermontislander.com WATER LINE FLUSHING During the dates of May 4 through May 22, the Town will implement their water distribution flushing program. The North Hero Water Department conducts a comprehensive water line flushing program throughout the Town. This process rapidly moves water through the Town’s water piping system to scour the inside of the water lines. Flushing is a common practice to improve water quality and maintain the water distribution system. Minerals and other materials that accumulate in the lines are removed by flushing. This material is not harmful but can cause discolored water. Customers may notice discolored water or a change in water pressure when flushing is conducted in their area. When flushing is taking place, we recommend that customers check to ensure their tap water is running clear before using it for drinking, cooking, or clothes washing. Customers who experience some coloring or sediment in their water should run the cold water faucet for a short time. This should clear up any discolored water. If you have any questions, call the water plant at 802-372-6258. LISTERS TO BEGIN INSPECTIONS As required by law, V.S.A Title 32 S3431(a) Listers shall reassess all properties with open building permits. All outside work will be inspected, Weather permitting, without an appointment beginning in April 2015. The resident may request an appointment if they prefer. All interior inspections will be done by appointment only. Appointments can be scheduled by calling the Lister’s office, 802-372-8503, and leaving a voicemail message. If you have questions, please contact the North Hero Listers: Geri Siegel Mary Dattilio Bridget Timms. NORTH HERO SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN The Recreation Committee has scheduled exciting programs for this summer. A Nature Camp is to be held from July 6 - 10, for children grades K-3; a Story Telling Camp, from August 3 - 7, children in grades K-3; and an Art Camp, from August 3 - 7, children in grades 47. These camps are held at Camp Ingalls, North Hero, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Two Kayak Camps Kayak Camps will be held at Knight’s Point State Park, July 13 – 17, For children ages 7 – 11, beginners from 10:00 am to Noon, and intermediates from1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Two Grand Isle County/ YMCA twoweek long swimming lessons, sponsored by North Hero and South Hero, will be held 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, at Sandbar, July 6 – 17, and at Knight’s Point July 20 – 31 and the State Parks. YOUTH ASSISTANTS PROGRAM Are you in grades 7-12 and want to work with children in the Nature, Story Telling, Art or Kayak Camps? The North Hero Recreation C o m m i t t e e is accepting applications from young people from the Town of North Hero, including those whose parents or grandparents have a residence in North Hero, who have completed grades 7- 12, or are between the ages of 13 through 18 years old, to serve as Youth Assistants to Camp Directors. Youth assistants may apply to assist in one or all of the four Camps being offered. A stipend of $100 to $200 per session will be paid to successful applicants. For information or applications, including a Camp brochure, please contact Chip Porter at 372-8353, or the Town Clerk, 3726926, townclerk@ northherovt. com. Application deadlines are April 30, 2015. A Social Security Number is required. LIBRARY NEWS HOURS: Tues. 2:00 pm-7:00 pm, Thurs. 10:00 am-3:00 pm, Sat. 9:00 am1:00 pm COMING ATTRACTIONS: Get ready for the Friends of the Library plant sale May 17, 9 am till Noon at the North Hero Community Hall. This sale has a local reputation for its great prices and top quality plants. STORYTIME: A relaxed story and playtime for preschoolers, Tuesday, 3:00 pm. NEW MATERIALS- ADULT BOOKS: The Bone Tree by Greg Isles, Every 15 Minutes by Lisa Scottoline, Bluff by John DeDakis, Prodigal Son by Danielle Steel, The Witness by Sandra Brown, Her Last Breath by Linda Castillo, Memory Man by David Baldacci. CHILDREN’S BOOKS: Judy Moody books 1 thru 8 by Megan McDonald, The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister. AUDIO BOOKS: Food, a Love Story by Jim Gaffigan FREE PASS: The Echo pass is available for all Vermont residents. Pass may be checked out for two days. FREE WI-FI from our parking lot, 24/7. Free public computers are also available in the library. Economic Development Annual Dinner The Lake Champlain Islands Economic Development Corporation is holding its Partners in Growth Annual Dinner on Wednesday, May 20, at 6 pm at the Grand Isle Lake House. Keynote speaker this year will be Joe Fusco, advisor to the chairman and CEO of Casella Waste Systems on organizational and leadership development, brand development and strategy, public affairs, business and cultural trends, and corporate communications. He has served as an executive coach to over 200 mid- and seniorlevel managers and numerous work teams. Currently he is focused on the next generation of entrepreneurs; Joe developed and teaches a seminar to students in UVM’s Sustainable Entrepreneurship MBA (SEMBA) program. LCIEDC is proud to announce the following awards: 2015 Business of the Year, Wally’s Place Bagel and Deli, celebrating seven years in business, with plans to build a new facility this year. The 2015 Community Service Award: the Champlain Islands Parent Child Center, for providing excellent care a safe, happy and highquality environment for the Islands’ children and families. Sponsors for the “Partners in Growth” dinner are Bauer Gravel Farnham and Preservation Trust of Vermont. The cocktail reception begins at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. The event will feature local wines from East Shore Vineyard and Snow Farm and local foods from companies including Maple Brook, Red Hen, Pomykala Farm, Misty Knoll, Nitty Gritty and the Vermont Brownie Company. “Best of the Islands” raffle prizes will be offered with products and services from local businesses. Tickets are $40 and may be purchased from LCIEDC at 372-8400. Deadline to purchase tickets is May 15. Grand Isle News Julie Dickie grandislenews@yahoo.com HAPPENINGS Do you have Grand Isle happenings that you would like to share? Be sure to send it in! News needs to be received by 5:00 pm on Fridays for Grand Isle News section. WALK/RUN/JOG/ROLL FOR CHOCOLATE 5K Saturday May 2 is Green Up Day, the day of the Kentucky Derby and how about one more for the triple crown, as the Grand Isle Recreation Committee and Vermont Nut Free Chocolates team up to bring you A Will Run/Walk/Jog/ Roll for Chocolate 5K. All families, retirees, walkers, runners, and bikers are invited to celebrate Spring and community! Kick off the warm season, dust off the long winter blues, take in the fresh air, make new friends and be active! Meet at Donaldson Park by 10am. Walk through the Grand Isle State Park and return to Donaldson Park where you could win one of five gift baskets donated by Vermont Nut Free Chocolates! This is a FREE event! Questions? Email julesdickie@gmail.com or log on to https://www.facebook.com/ GrandIsleVermontRecreationCommittee BOOKS NEEDED The Friends of the Grand Isle Library wish to thank everyone who has donated books for our upcoming book sales. Keep them coming but please do not drop off books outside the library. If you cannot stop by during library hours, call 372-4797 to arrange pick up. Also, we cannot accept encyclopedias or travel guides. TOWN LIBRARY NEWS Kathy Tulissi, Library Director 802-372-4797 grandislefreelibrary@hotmail.com NEW BOOKS: The Bone Tree (Volume 2 of the Trilogy) by Greg Iles, Small – Space Vegetable Gardens by Andrea Bellamy and Garden of Lies by Amanda Quick. NEW AUDIOBOOKS: The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd and State of Fear by Michael Crichton. TRUSTEES INFO: Trustees meet on the second Monday of even numbered months at 6 pm, and the public is always welcome to attend. WEEKLY EVENTS: Story Time is back! Come listen to a great book at 10 am on Wednesdays. FIBER NIGHT: We meet every Thursday at 6:30 - 8 pm. Do you knit, crochet, sew, quilt, or do any other type of fiber craft? Are you interested in learning a fiber craft? Please join us for an enjoyable evening at the library. We teach, help solve problems, share experiences and just have a good time. Don’t have tools or materials, no problem - we have plenty to share. Come join the fun! HOURS: Tuesday- 1 to 8 pm, Wednesday- 9 am to Noon, Thursday- 4 to 8 pm and Saturday9 am to 3 pm Check out the Library Blog at grandislefreelibraryvt.wordpress. com, and Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ GrandIsleFreePublicLibrary. Island’s in the Sun Needs Your Ideas By Irene Clark, Event Coordinator Now that Spring is here we need to start thinking about what we can do at the Center to help you enjoy the nice days ahead. We will be planning activities based on your ideas. We already have a ping-pong table, a foose ball table and a good number of board games and puzzles. We also have regularly scheduled Staying Strong in Vermont and Zumba Gold classes. We can arrange a AAA Safe Driving class if you want to reduce points on your license, or get a discount on insurance. But we can do so much more if you let us know what interests you. Our painting class can resume if you want to participate. We will be building a raised bed garden for use by the Center and to provide fresh veggies to our food shelf, with the help of our Girl Scouts and our wonderful Dottie. The town has given us permission to build a horse-shoe pit in the park behind the Center, and we would like to plan a toddler play area there as well. And, if there is interest, we could get a dart board for games and tournaments. Finally, we have had requests to resume Game Night for groups of people who want to play cards, games and socialize. All things are possible if you let us know your interests. Please get in touch with Irene at imtherightplace@ gmail.com or call 802-999-5862 with your ideas. This request is open to all ages. If you are not a senior, you can become a Friend of the Seniors and plan activities for your age group. If you have children, think about what you would like to have in the area for them to enjoy. Think about spending time with friends, old and new, pursuing your interests. This is the only Senior Center in the county. It has been renovated, it is beautiful, and it is yours. Please don’t let it sit idle. Never let it be said that “there is nothing to do around here” - when all you have to do is ask! The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 9 The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 10 Aluminum Avian Antics Participate in First Robotics Challenge On March 14, the Aluminum Avian Antics, a 4-H robotics team from Grand Isle participated in the Vermont regional team competition for First Tech Challenge (FTC), which is a robotics competition where teams design, build, and program their robot to compete against other teams to complete the year’s challenge. The regional competition is hosted by UVM. The Aluminum Avian Antics is a team of 4-Hers who first met because of their shared interest in poultry and agriculture and have now developed additional interests in robotics and engineering. This was their first year competing in the FTC realm and they were very happy to place 9th out of 31 teams competing this year. They also received the MOTIVATE award, which (from the FTC website) is, “This Judged Award celebrates the Team that exemplifies the essence of the FIRST Tech Challenge competition through Team building, Team spirit and exhibited enthusiasm. LANDSCAPE TRANSFORMATIONS This Team celebrates their Team, their SEASONAL SERVICES Contactez-nous pour une consultation gratuite Full Service Landscaping Company 66 Airport Rd. S. Burlington, VT 05403 Info@PinnaclePropertiesVT.com WWW.PINNACLEPROPERTIESVT.COM 802•658•0809 The year was 1978 and times sure were different! It was very rare for a cover to be a scene seen in The Islands! Now a days, The Islander receives hundreds of cover submissions of some of the most amazing views from scenery to animals! Your photos are always welcome! Send your old photos to: islander@vermontislander.com individuality and their spirit through Team attire, and exhibits their outstanding Team spirit. This Teams enthusiasm and spirit motivates others to embrace the culture of the competition and FIRST. The Team has also made a collective effort to make FIRST known throughout their school and community.” This first year of FTC competition was an exciting year full of learning, and the Aluminum Avian Antics look forward to many years of robotics challenges to come! They would like to thank their local sponsors for their generosity: Buermann Engineering, iC Haus, Cedar Ledge Builders, and DC Energy Innovations. Pictured above from left to right: Liam Sayward, Madeline Chairvolotti, Trent Yourdin, Melissa Sayward (coach), Jackson Chairvolotti, Sheila Chairvolotti (coach), Grace Sayward, and Josh Godbout. Grand Isle Community Solar Groundbreaking Ceremony Community-shared solar developer Clean Energy Collective (CEC) is marking the construction on their 2nd Vermont community solar projects with a “groundbreaking” event on Thursday, April 30, from 11 am to noon The facility, which will serve electric customers of Vermont Electric Cooperative, will provide broad and equal access to the benefits of solar power to all rate payers, including residential, commercial, or municipal customers. Clean Energy Collective VP Jeff Lord and supporters of local renewable energy will be on hand for presentations, project commentary, and Q&A. Vermont legislation has helped clear the way for broader development and adoption of solar with group net metering, and communityshared solar is proving to be one of the most effective and accessible solutions. Featuring local, off-site, commercial-grade solar installations, community-shared solar is available to all VEC ratepayers, including those with shaded properties, renters, and residents living in multi-unit housing. Nothing is installed on the customers’ home or property, and savings appear directly on their electric bill. This event is free and open to the public. Join us April 30 at 11 am. All interested parties are invited to attend! 2015 Lake Champlain Adventure Guide Deadline Friday It’s that time of year again: time to start looking forward to all of the summer fun that the Islands have to offer! The Islander will once again publish it’s Lake Champlain Islands Adventure Guide, and we need your help to make it the most comprehensive guidebook for good times in Grand Isle County. This special publication is distributed from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend, wherever you pick up your Islander, and it is free. What sort of local activities might you recommend to a visiting friend or family member? Are you a non-profit that is planning a special sale or meal? Do you have an educational opportunity for visitors and locals alike? Are you a business looking for a great advertising opportunity? We want to hear from you! The deadline for submissions is Friday, April 30, so, get your information together, and contact us today! Call 372-5600, email islander@ vermontislander.com, fax 372-3025 or mail to PO Box 212, South Hero, VT 05486. Maple Breakfast Mark your calendars for a hearty Maple Breakfast on Sunday, May 3 from 9 am to noon at the St. Amadeus Parish Center. On the menu; ham, bacon, eggs, veggie egg bake, home fries, blueberry pancakes, sausage gravy and biscuits, maple dumplings, toast, juice, coffee and milk. Donations accepted to defer costs.. Volunteers are also needed in the kitchen and dining room. Please call Maurice at 802- 796-4418 if you can help. Vermont’s Island Line Revisited Screening On Thursday May 7 at 7 pm the Isle La Motte Rec Department is pleased to present the documentary film by Jim Jones Vermont’s Island Line Revisited. The film will be shown at the Isle La Motte School. The rail line was truly dynamic as it stretched through the islands with stops beginning in Burlington, Starr Farm Beach, Colchester, South Hero , Grand Isle, Abnaki, North Hero, Isle La Motte Station, Alburgh, and from there both to Noyan, Quebec and Rouses Point and west. We anticipate having retired railroaders who worked the line and others with railroad expertise to pass on their knowledge and experiences. We look forward to you coming on board. HAVE A GOOD WEEK Appetizers on Porch French Countryside Tasting Dinner with Donald MacDonald of Farrell Distributing Chateau Routas Rose Les Hauts de Lagarde Bourdeaux Blanc Pistachio & Chevre Apricots Artichoke & Ramp Tarlets Bila~Haut Cotes du Roussillon Blanc Calmel & Joseph Villa Blanche Syrah Charcuterie Display with Accompaniments Family-Style Dinner Pascal Bouchard Petit Chablis Chateau Haut~Montplaisir Cahors Salmon Provencal with Lemon~Arugula Mashed Potatoes Tarragon Greens Peche Imperiale Island Homemade’s French Vanilla Ice Cream with Gingered Fruit Trio Friday, May 22, 2015 6:00 -9:00 p.m. $75 per guest Reservations Required. Please Call 372.5024 GRAND Isle LAKE HOUSE The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 11 The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 12 GREEN UP THE ISLANDS ALBURGH Hello from your Alburgh Green up day coordinators – Amy Erno Mashtare and Donna Bohannon. Come join us on May 2nd for the annual Green up Day fun at the Alburgh Municipal Building. We will have goody bags and coloring books for the kids, t-shirts, popcorn, water and ice cream for all. We will have a truck on site at the Municipal Building and for every three green (Green up) bags that you bring to us we will give you a coupon worth $2.00 to be used at the Transfer Station on your next visit. You can pick up Green up bags at the Transfer Station or Municipal Office any time and let Amy or Donna know if there is particular street that you would like to clean up. Thank-you for helping to keep Vermont and Alburgh clean and green. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, May 2, we’ll be there all day starting at 7AM. GRAND ISLE Sign up and bags are available at the Town Clerk’s Office, Hyde Road from 10 to Noon on Saturday. Bags will also be available at the Grand Isle Transfer Station on Thursday, from 4 to 7 pm or Saturday from 8 to 2 pm. ISLE LA MOTTE Isle La Motte’s Green Up Day Honors Mary Jane The Isle La Motte Community Organization will once again host the island’s Annual Green Up Day on Saturday morning, May 2. Volunteers will meet at the Isle La Motte School at 8 a.m. to sign in and receive instructions, road assignments, gloves, bags, and the 2015 Isle La Motte Green Up Day button. When the work is done lunch, will be served at the Isle La Motte Methodist Church. This year’s Green Up Day is dedicated to MaryJane Tiedgen, who was instrumental in reviving and organizing Green Up Day on Isle La Motte. Her love for Isle La Motte, for children, and for the environment was legendary. Please help to honor her memory and share in her passion for keeping our island beautiful. Please call Dave Tiedgen at 928-3223 if you have questions. NORTH HERO Did you know that Vermont was the first state to designate a day to clean up the entire state? Green Up Day was started in 1970 by then Governor Deane Davis and supported by Senator George Aiken. That first year, an amazing 4,000 truck loads of trash were hauled by the Highway Department, comprising over 20,000 cubic yards of trash removed from Vermont highways and state roads. Another 20,000 cubic yards of trash were removed from town roads. The Green Up Day tradition has continued since then with neighbors joining neighbors to collect roadside litter and green up our beautiful state. This year, The North Hero Recreation Committee hopes that you will volunteer a few hours on Saturday, May 2nd to pick up litter in your neighborhood. You get your official Green Up Day bags at the North Hero Town Office any day prior to May 2nd or even that morning. Once you have a full bag or two, join us at Camp Ingalls for a complimentary lunch at 12 noon. *This year you may drop off the full Green Up Day bags at Camp Ingalls. We will have delicious hot dogs, hamburgers and veggie burgers with all the fixings, courtesy of Hero's Welcome and the Harbor Store. North Hero PTYO will provide yummy cookies and bars for dessert. Help us Green Up our beautiful town! For more information call John or Berney Skutel, 370-1760 SOUTH HERO Don’t forget to sign up for Green Up Day! Join South Hero Land Trust and your friends and neighbors for a community clean-up effort on Saturday, May 2! South Hero Land Trust is organizing this annual clean-up of South Hero’s streets and shoreline, and they are looking for volunteers to join them on May 2nd. An hour of your time will make a huge difference in cleaning up our community in time for spring and summer walking and biking. This year there are four ways that you can help. Sign up for a street or section of street near your home or where Spring Clean Up! Rakes • Shovels • Brooms • Hoses • Paint • Detergents you walk. Bags will be available at the South Hero Land Trust office. Please have filled bags ready for pick-up by noon on the 2nd. Join the South Hero Recreation Commission for a group trail clean-up at Round Pond State Park. This will be a great chance to gather with other community members for a fun volunteer effort. This group will be picking up trash along the trail entrance, and cleaning winter debris from the trails. Bags and clippers will be provided, gloves and boots are recommended! The Round Pond State Park Clean-Up will begin at 8:45 on May 2. Please join the Commission at the entrance to the park- look for the orange gate on East Shore Road. This is a great opportunity for any middle school students needing volunteer hours, although we do ask for parents to accompany any young volunteers. Join the Lake Champlain Land Trust for a Wild Parsnip Round Up! LCLT staff and volunteers will be digging up the invasive wild parsnip plants in the fields at Round Pond State Park- as part of our joint effort to minimize its impact on the native plant populations in the wetland. They will be meeting at the corner of East Shore Road and Landon Road at 8:45 in the morning. Join this effort to help protect the unique natural resources of South Hero! Please bring gloves, and a shovel if you have one. Some shovels will be available. Join South Hero Land Trust staff and board for a family clean-up of White’s Beach. This is a great change to introduce young children to Green-Up Day in a safe and fun environment. Join SHLT at 9:45 to clean up this great community resource. Bags will be provided, please bring gloves. Please call Minner or Emily at 372-3786, or email emily@shlt. org to sign up for any of these great ways to participate. Afterwards join South Hero Land Trust for a celebratory BBQ at the Folsom School Playground. Free burgers, hot dogs, and veggie burgers will be served fresh off the grill from 11 to 12:30 pm. The BBQ is held to thank the dedicated Green-Up volunteers for keeping South Hero beautiful and caring for the community landscape. Contact Emily and Minner at the South Hero Land Trust for more information, 802-372-3786. Many thanks to the Naud/Pendolino family and Marco diCarlo for their continuing generosity in sponsoring the annual BBQ! Also thanks to Island Homemade Ice Cream for donating ice cream for dessert, Canamak Farms for the grass-fed beef, Wally’s Place for donating the burger rolls. existing homestead prior to March 5, 1973. LEGAL NOTICES MORTGAGEE’S NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER 12 V.S.A. sec 4952 et seq. As ordered by the Court set forth below and in connection with a certain mortgage given by Raymond M. Karle to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for GMAC Mortgage Corporation, its successors and assigns, dated June 15, 2004 and recorded in Book 35 Page 451 of the Land Records of the Town of Isle La Motte, of which mortgage the Plaintiff is the present holder. In accordance with the Judgment Order and Decree of Foreclosure entered August 1, 2014 in the action entitled Nationstar Mortgage LLC v Raymond M. Karle and GMAC Mortgage, LLC, by the Grand Isle Unit, Civil Division, Vermont Superior Court, Docket No. 31-4-13 Gicv for breach of the conditions of said mortgage and for the purpose of foreclosing the same will be sold at Public Auction at 3605 Main Street, Isle La Motte, Vermont on May 12, 2015 at 12:30 pm all and singular the premises described in said mortgage, To wit: Being all and the same land and premise conveyed to Raymond M. Karle by Warranty Deed of David Wholly and Patricia Wholly (f/k/a Patricia A. Dumas) dated June 15, 2004 and recorded in Volume 35 at Page(S) 449-450 OF THE Town of Isle LaMotte Land Records. Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Patricia A. Dumas (n/k/a Patricia Wholly) by Warranty Deed of Alan E. Bennett and Paula G. Bennett dated December 3, 1993 and recorded in Volume 23, Pages 410-411 of the Town of Isle LaMotte Land Records, and being more particularly described therein as follows: “Being all and the same land and premises conveyed to Alan E. Bennett & Paula G. Bennett by Warranty Deed of Albert E. Bennett & Attrude E. Bennett, dated July 4, 1977 and recorded in Volume 14, Page 167 of the Town of Isle LaMotte Land Records. Being further described as follows: Beginning in the center of highway. Beginning at an iron pin set on the easterly side of the highway and the southwest corner of land now or formerly owned by Marilynn Gunn; thence easterly along said Marilynn Gunn’s southerly line a distance of 176.24 feet; thence turning to the right at an approximately 90˚ angle and running in a line parallel to the easterly edge of the highway a distance of 110 feet to a point; thence turning to the right at an approximately 90˚ angle and running south along a line parallel to Marilyn Guinn’s southerly line a distance of 176.24 feet to an iron pin set in the edge of said highway; thence turning to the right and running along the easterly edge of said highway a distance of 110 feet to the point or place of beginning. The Grantors herein quitclaim any and all right, title and interest to those lands within the highway right-of-way from an iron pin set in the easterly edge of the highway to the centerline having a width of 24.76 feet. The lands and premises are depicted on a survey map (slide 105) dated July 1993. The property subject to Subdivision Permit #EC6-0456 dated June 17m, 1977. This is also a pre- The lot herein conveyed is subject to a ten foot rightof-way along the southerly line of said lot. Included herein is the right to use the spring located on the Grantors’ lands together with right of ingress and egress for the purpose of maintaining and repairing the water line. The Grantees agreed to share equally in the cost of maintaining and repairing the well. Being also a portion of the land and premises conveyed to Albert E. and Attrude E. Bennett by Warranty Deed of Viola P. Smith and Roland L. Smith dated March 19, 1956, and recoded in Volume 11, Page 132, of the Isle LaMotte Land Records.” Reference is hereby made to the above instruments and to the records and references contained therein in further aid of this description. Reference is hereby made to the above instruments and to the records and references contained therein in further aid of this description. Terms of sale: Said premises will be sold and conveyed subject to all liens, encumbrances, unpaid taxes, tax titles, municipal liens and assessments, if any, which take precedence over the said mortgage above described. TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) Dollars of the purchase price must be paid in cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check at the time and place of the sale by the purchaser. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid in cash, certified check, bank treasurer’s or cashier’s check within thirty (30) days after the date of sale. The mortgagor is entitled to redeem the premises at any time prior to the sale by paying the full amount due under the mortgage, including the costs and expenses of the sale. Other terms to be announced at the sale. DATED : April 3, 2015 By: /s/: Amber L. Doucette, Esq. Bendett and McHugh, PC 270 Farmington Ave., Ste. 151 Farmington, CT 06032 (860) 606-1090 Fax (860) 409-0626 The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 13 PROPOSED STATE RULES By law, public notice of proposed rules must be given by publication in newspapers of record. The purpose of these notices is to give the public a chance to respond to the proposals. The public notices for administrative rules are now also available online at http://secure.vermont.gove/SOS/ rules/. The law requires an agency to hold a public hearing on a proposed rule, if requested to do so in writing by 25 persons or an association having at least 25 members. To make special arrangements for individuals with disabilities or special needs please call or write the contact person listed below as soon as possible. To get a copy of a rule or make suggestions to the agency, call or write the contact person listed below. You may also comment on the proposal by writing the Legislative Committee on Administrative Rules, State House, Montpelier, Vermont 05602 (828-2231). Vermont Small Business Offerings Vermont Proposed Rule: 15P025 AGENCY: Department of Financial Regulation CONCISE SUMMARY: The amended regulation will allow small businesses to raise capital both intrastate or interstate. Businesses may raise $1 - $2 million. The amended rule would limit the amount certain investors could invest, including a new tranche of investors defined as “certified investors.” This new investor classification would bridge the gap between the limited number of accredited investors and other “Main Street” investors. Also, in order to allow for online funding portals, the new rule would not prohibit compensation to intermediaries for effectuating the internet based transactions under these provisions. This measure will give small businesses the option of effecting crowdfunding offers. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: Christopher Smith, Director of Capital Markets 89 Main Street, Montpelier, VT 05602 Tel: 802-8280727 Fax: 802-828-2896 Email: christopher.smith@state.vt.us URL: http://dfr.vermont.gov. FOR COPIES: Michael Pieciak, Deputy Commissioner for Securities Vermont Department of Financial Regulation 89 Main Street, Montpelier VT 05602 Tel: 802-828-3422 Fax: 802-828-2896 Email: michael.pieciak@state.vt.us. Regulated Drug Rule Vermont Proposed Rule: 15P026 AGENCY: Human Services, Department of Health CONCISE SUMMARY: This proposed rule amends an existing rule that designates drugs and other chemical substances that are illegal or judged to be potentially fatal or harmful for human consumption unless prescribed and dispensed by a professional licensed to prescribe or dispense them. Examples include acetyl-fentanyl, a lethal opioid, and newly emerged synthetic recreational drugs. The rule also restricts the possession of certain drugs above a specific quantity. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: Dawn Philibert Department of Health Commissioner’s Office, Suite 301, Vermont Department of Health, 108 Cherry Street, Burlington, VT 05402 Tel: 802-863-7312 Fax: 802-951-1275 Email: dawn.philibert@state.vt.us URL: http:// healthvermont.gov/regs/index.aspx. FOR COPIES: David Englander Department of Health Commissioner’s Office Suite 301, Vermont Department of health, 108 Cherry Street, Burlington, VT 05402 Tel: 802-863-7280 Fax: 802-951-1275 Email: david. englander@state.vt.us. VILLAGE OF ALBURGH ANNUAL MEETING 2015 The legal voters of the village of Alburgh are hereby notified and warned to meet at the Alburgh Municipal Building, in said village of Alburgh, on Tuesday evening May 5, 2015 at 7:30 p.m., to transact the following business, to wit: Article 1: to elect a Clerk and Treasurer Article 2: to elect the remaining officers, namely a Trustee to serve a term of 5 years, an Auditor to serve a term of 3 years, and a Tax Collector. Article 3: to receive and act upon the reports of various village officers. Article 4: to see if the voters of the Village of Alburgh will vote to raise the sum of $12,500.00 by taxation, to be used for street light expenses. Article 5: to see if the voters of the Village of Alburgh will vote to raise the sum of $15,000.00 by taxation, to be used for general village purposes. Article 6: to see if the voters of the Village of Alburgh will vote to authorize the trustees to borrow money in anticipation of taxes, to pay current expenses of the Village of Alburgh. Article 7: to see if the voters of the Village of Alburgh will vote to pay taxes to the Village treasurer as heretofore. Article 8: to see if the voters of the Village of Alburgh will vote to donate the sum of $700.00 towards the support of the Alburgh Public Library. Article 9: to transact any other business that may properly come before the meeting. Dated at Alburgh, Vermont this 6th day of April, a.d. 2015, Amee Gotshall, Village Clerk/ Treasurer Village of Alburgh Board of Trustees LEGAL NOTICES CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 14 To the Editor, WILM is a non-profit radio station based in Isle La Motte. All of our equipment and advertising is paid for by the owners. On Tuesday, April 21, we noticed that three of our station information signs had been taken from 3 locations: the 4 corners in Alburgh, by God’s Little Brown Church on Route 2, and by the pull off on the Isle La Motte side of the causeway. There was no slander against anyone or any organization on them, just an awareness of our station and its frequencies. We do not understand why anyone would want these signs and we would welcome anyone coming forward with information about them. In light of this event we will no longer use roadside signs for advertisement of the radio station. We feel bad about this because it was our way of reaching out to welcome you aboard. WILM Station Management LEGAL NOTICES CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Official Warning Of Annual Meeting Of Grand Isle Fire District #4 The legal voters of the Grand Isle Fire District #4, are hereby notified and warned to meet at the Grand Isle Fire District #4 Pump House at 204 West Shore Road, Grand Isle, Vt. on Monday May 11, 2015 at 7 P.M., to transact the following business. 1.) To elect members of the Prudential committee to fill the following positions: A.)One (1) Three Year Term B.) One (2) Two Year Term CURRENT PRUDENTIAL COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Andy Paradee, TERM 3 Yr., DATE TERM EXPIRES: May, 2015. Donald Cota, TERM 2 Yr., DATE TERM EXPIRES: May, 2015. NOTICE: NOMINATIONS OF CANDIDATES FOR ELECTION OF THE PRUDENTIAL COMMITTEE WILL BE RECEIVED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING. (Andy Paradee and Donald Cota both seek reelection) 2.) To review and approve the Treasurer’s Report. 3.) To receive a report from the Chairman. 4.) To transact such other business as may legally come before the meeting. Adopted and approved at a meeting of the Prudential Committee of Grand Isle Fire District #4, held on April 13, 2015. Received for record and recorded in the records of the Clerk of the Grand Isle Fire District #4 on April 14, 2015, and in the Office of the Grand Isle Town Clerk on April 14, 2015. Dated at Grand Isle, Vermont: April 14, 2015 Esther F. Blow Clerk/Treasurer Grand Isle Fire District #4 Thank You Gordon Lowe Gordon Lowe was a mentor to me in so many ways. His commitment to the North Hero community, to the Island, and to the waters that surround it was always a positive for me to follow. During my time as a community member and as a participant in the town’s governance Gordon was always ready to listen and to share. Beyond the joys of sharing gardening secrets, long kept tomato seeds from “old Henry Rossier”, bird sightings from house wrens to eagles, and, of course, the lake, Gordon also shared his wisdom of what it means to be a veteran. I learned so much from Gordon and the fellow members of his generation who lived in North Hero: Charlie Clark, Norm Craig, Irving Blackwell, Louis Dorwaldt and Winston Way. It should come as no surprise, for it is this generation that we, with reverence, call The Great Generation. It was a privilege to know Gordon Lowe. Louis Dorwaldt. Jr. 4-23-15 • Vandalism / Grand Isle • Citizen Assist / South Hero • Citizen Assist / South Hero • Citizen / North Hero • Burglary / Grand Isle • Suspicious / South Hero 4-22-15 • Vehicle Crash / North Hero • Property Watch / Alburgh • Property Watch / Alburgh • Burglary / Alburgh • Assist Rescue / Grand Isle • Suspicious / Alburgh • VIN Inspection / Grand Isle 4-21-15 • VIN Inspection / Isle La Motte • VIN Inspection / South Hero • Suspicious / Alburgh • Citizen Assist / North Hero • Citizen Assist / South Hero • Vehicle Complaint / Alburgh • Citizen Assist / Grand Isle • Littering / Grand Isle 4-20-15 • Suspicious / Alburgh • Citizen Assist / Alburgh • Assist Rescue / Grand Isle • Citizen Assist / Grand Isle • Assist Rescue / South Hero • Assist Fire / South Hero • Theft / Alburgh • Restraining Order / Alburgh • Suspicious / South Hero • Littering / Grand Isle • Suspicious / Alburgh • VIN Inspection / South Hero • Phone Problem / Alburgh • Suspicious / North Hero • Assist Rescue / Alburgh 4-18-15 • Vehicle Crash / Alburgh • Fraud / South Hero • Burglary / Alburgh • Animal Problem / Alburgh 4-17-15 Heart Of Life Fundraiser For Relay For Life A special evening of fun and dancing will be held on Saturday, May 2 at the Alburgh Legion to raise money for the Franklin County Relay for Life for the American Cancer Society. The band Them Nakeds will play and there will be raffles for many wonderful prizes. The cost is $10 and all proceeds will support the Heart of Life Team’s fundraising efforts for the Relay. TOWN OF NORTH HERO Development Review Board Meeting A public hearing will be held at the North Hero Town Office on Thursday May 21, 2015 at 7:00PM to consider the following: Application: 2015-10SW Request: Setback Waiver Owners: Mike & Sarah Shanahan Location: 199 Oakridge Lane Application: 2015-11CU Request: Conditional Use Owners: Bridge Bay LLC Location: 752 South End Road The above notices may not contain previously recessed or preliminary hearings and may be subject to change. For further information, any interested party may contact the North Hero town office. Any person wishing “party status” or wish to appeal a decision must attend and participate in the hearing. • • • • • • Vehicle Complaint / South Hero Citizen Assist / North Hero Alarm / North Hero Illegal Burning / Grand Isle Welfare Check / Alburgh Vehicle Complaint / North Hero 4-16-15 • Assist Rescue / Grand Isle • Littering / Grand Isle • Citizen Assist / Grand Isle • Citizen Assist / Grand Isle • Citizen Assist / South Hero • Citizen Assist / Grand Isle • Fraud / Grand Isle • Alarm / North Hero • Suspicious / Alburgh • Burglary / South Hero • Burglary / South Hero • Sex Offender Registry / Alburgh • Citizen Assist / Alburgh • Vehicle Crash/ South Hero 4-15-15 • Suspicious / Alburgh • Citizen Assist / South Hero • Citizen Assist / Grand Isle • Threatening / South Hero • Animal Problem / North Hero • Vehicle Crash / Alburgh • Assist Rescue / Alburgh • Assist Fish & Wildlife / Alburgh 4-14-15 • Welfare Check / Grand Isle • Citizen Assist / Grand Isle • Fraud / Grand Isle • Citizen Assist / Alburgh • Citizen Assist / North Hero • Assist Rescue / Alburgh • Animal Problem / Grand Isle • Assist Rescue / Grand Isle 4-13-15 • VIN Inspection / South Hero • Juvenile Problem / Grand Isle • Assist Fire / Isle La Motte • Court Order Violation / North Hero • Suspicious / Alburgh • Theft / Grand Isle • Assist VSP / North Hero PUZZLES FOR YOU! The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 15 Due to a file error, puzzle 224 was not printed in the 4/24 issue. Thank you Puzzlers for your patience! The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 16 IsLE LA MoTTE News Anita Bruley avbruley14@hotmail.com RADIO STATION There is something local in the air. It is WILM in Isle La Motte. The station is are on 1630 am, and 105.5 fm on your radio dial and can be heard in Isle La Motte, North Hero, Grand Isle, Alburgh, and Clinton County, New York. The format is 40s current music as well as comedy and talk. WILM is a low power hobby broadcasting station and will air your announcement on for no charge. You can reached WILM at frogking@ surfglobal.net . ISLE LA MOTTE GREEN UP DAY IN MEMORY OF MARYJANE TIEDGEN Saturday, May 2 is Green Up Day in Isle La Motte! Rain or shine, volunteers will meet at the Isle La Motte School at 8:30 am to sign in and receive instructions, road assignments, gloves, bags, and the 2015 Isle La Motte Green Up Day button. When the work is done, lunch will be served at the Isle La Motte Methodist Church. This year’s Green Up Day is dedicated to MaryJane Tiedgen, who was instrumental in reviving and organizing Green Up Day in Isle La Motte. She believed in keeping our island beautiful and teaching our children to respect and appreciate their environment. Please join us in her memory! Please call Dave Tiedgen at 928-3223 with questions. TOWN CLERK NEWS The Isle La Motte town clerk’s office will be closed on Saturday May 9, 2015. JOKE OF THE WEEK! A very pretty teenage girl said to her boyfriend, “Do you think I’m vain?” “Of course not,” he replied loyally, “Why do you ask?” “Well, girls as beautiful as me usually are. HAVE A GOOD WEEK! Strides for James 5k/10k Run The Third Annual Strides for James 5k/10k run, 1-mile walk, and children’s run will be held at the Miner Institute in Chazy on Saturday, May 9. This event is held in memory of James Wilson, a passionate runner and outdoorsman whose life was cut short in 2012. The proceeds from the race go to the James Dean Wilson Scholarship Fund at Clinton Community College. To register, please visit www.active.com or email stridesforjames@gmail.com. Island Residents Star in Enchanted April Escape your doldrums for an enchanted evening of laughter and delight. Two actors from the Islands, Kim Julow, (Costanza) and Noni Stuart, (Rose) star in this romantic comedy, which opened at the Valley Players Theater in Waitsfield on Friday, April 24 to a standing ovation! The show continues this weekend May 1 through 3. Friday and Saturday shows open at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinees begin at 2 pm. Tickets are $12.00 and available on-line or at the door. Enchanted April by Matthew Barber, from the novel by Elizabeth von Arnim has been described as, “A comical, restorative journey of discovery…from darkness to light, from inhibition to unrestrained joy. Beautiful and theatrically rewarding.” —Daily Variety. “Outstanding, top shelf!” Bill Champagne. “Wonderful!” Paula Bradley Set in post- WW I England, two frustrated London housewives decide to rent a castle in Italy for a holiday away from their bleak marriages, they recruit two very different English women to share the cost and the experience. There, among the wisteria blossoms and Mediterranean sunshine, all four bloom again, rediscovering themselves in ways that they, could never have expected. Don’t miss a great show featuring talented local thespians. Last chance to buy tickets to the CIPCC Wine Down Fundraiser By: Jennifer Lestage, Executive Director Once again the Champlain Islands Parent Child Center is holding its famous Wine down fundraiser this Friday, May 1 at the Snow Farm Vineyard. Each year we run our programs based on fundraising and donations, and we strive to have the best for our children here at the center. I was in a training recently with a teacher that reminded me of something I had been taught when I was in school getting my degree twenty years ago. She said “children’s brains develop in the first five years of their lives” and I thought to myself we are their educators and our programs need to be healthy, vibrant, exciting and full of information that will help the children have a strong start to life. With your support, our program can give the care and early education that the children deserve. I would like to invite each and every one of you to visit our website cipcc.org and buy a ticket to our event. Come out and talk to the teachers about what we do with the children in your community or just sit back talk with friends and listen so some music. Live music will be provided by local artist, Will Warren. We have a menu of gourmet food that will be prepared by the board and staff of CIPCC along with some wine and music for the evening. Please consider either making a donation or attending the event as this means the world to our future children. Health Services ORTHODONTICS GIVE YOUR CHILD... a good start to good appearance and lifelong dental health... in a complete family care practice with over 30 years experience. "Invisalign Certified" Invisible Braces Latest techniques Flexible payment plans available. Northwestern Counseling & Support Services, Inc. Behavior Health Crisis Services • 524-6554 or 1-800-834-7793 • (Adult care available also.) Walter W. Burnett, D.M.D. James S. Simollardes, D.D.S. General Dentistry Milton Dental Associates, Inc. 33 School St. Milton, VT 05468 893-2552 Al-Anon 1-866-972-5266 for friends & families of alcoholics www.vermontalanonalateen.org Milton News Lorinda A. Henry lamoillecounty@yahoo.com MILTON PTA The Milton PTA has teamed up with the Vermont Lake Monsters and has discounted tickets available. The tickets are $6 each and are for the Monday, June 29 game against the Lowell Spinners, this is also planned to be a Hot Dog Heaven night, .25 cent hot dogs! Packets will be going home with students next week, or contact me if you are interested in purchasing tickets at 802363-2580. If you can’t make it on 6/29, these tickets can be exchanged for any other home game this season. Part of the purchase price will benefit the Milton PTA, Thank you! MILTON FAMILY COMMUNITY CENTER The Milton Family Community Center recently voted Elsie LaBelle Volunteer of the Month. She has been working in the office making things run smoothly for 5 years now. MILTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY PROGRAM Please join the Historical Society for a special program of Milton High School students presenting their Vermont History Day projects. Join us to support the students and learn about their fascinating topics. Their subjects are centered on the theme of Leadership and Legacy in History. Wednesday May 6th at the Milton Historical Society. Free and open to the public. Refreshments to follow. 7pm. LITTLE LEAGUE NEEDS YOU Milton Little League is looking for volunteers willing to ump behind home plate for Majors Baseball, Minors Baseball, and Minors Softball this season. If you are someone with a knowledge for the rules of the game who be interested in helping us out please e-mail miltonlittleleague@hotmail.com Since the group is unable to pay umpires they are also wondering if “thank you baskets” with gift certificates ($10-20 range) donated from local businesses could be assembled for these volunteers. If you are or know of a business that would be willing to work with them on this please contact that e-mail. GREEN UP DAY Saturday, May 2 from 8 am to Noon – come and help with this fun Vermont tradition – join your neighbor’s and help pick up litter from Milton’s 119 miles of public roadsides. And for all your hard work, we end the day with a BBQ at noon at the Middle Road Milton Recreation Park shelter. Some details: Sign up and pick up your green bags. To prevent abusive dumping, the litter you pick must be placed in official bright green bags, which can be left on the side of the road for pickup. They may be signed for 8 AM to 5 PM in the Town Clerk’s Office at 43 Bombardier Rd. the week before or at the Milton Recreation Park shelter between 8 AM to 11 AM the day of the event. There has been some concern about the number of used needles (syringes) found lately in town. Children should be warned to get an adult. The state of Vermont offers instructions on how to dispose of them asfely at http://healthvermont.gov/adap/ documents/sharps_disposal_flyer.pdf The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 17 •CHURCH SERVICES• Congregational Church of South Hero, U.C.C. SUNDAY WORSHIP 10 A.M. MILTON MUSEUM The Milton Historical Museum will be open Saturday and Sunday, May 2 and 3, and 16 and 17 from 1 to 4 in the afternoons, or by appointment. COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE The Spring Milton Community Blood Drive is being held at the Fire Station, on May 19th, from noon to 6 p.m. Coming into the summer holidays, the need for blood increases but the number of donors decreases. Please consider yourself asked. Also, please visit us at the Milton Rescue Health and Safety Fair, on May 16. It’s a great opportunity to ask questions and sign up to give the gift of life. GROOVY LUNCH BUNCH Milton’s seniors enjoy meals at the Arrowhead Senior Citizens’ Center twice a week. All meals and programs are sponsored by the Champlain Valley Agency on Aging and are held at the Milton Arrowhead Senior Citizens’ Center unless otherwise noted. Seniors age 60 and over are welcome. Call Shirley early! at 893-1619 at least 25 hours ahead for reservations. A $4.00 donation is appreciated. CVAA advocate in Julie Petersen at 865-0360 0r 1-800-642-5119. Mealsite coordinator is Karen Fitzgerald. Coming up: On Wednesday, April 29, Corey Gottfried will be here to entertain. Then on Thursday, April 30- Essex Tech for Lunch. The Donation is $5 plus $1 tip. Transportation will be provided. Please try to attend. Our attendance has been down the last couple of months and if we don’t get enough to attend we will have to cancel. Please sign up with Kathy. NURSERY CARE AGES 5 AND UNDER SUNDAY SCHOOL 8:45A.M. AGES 5 THRU GRADE 6 We Invite and Welcome Everyone. Pastor: Rev. Cordelia Burpee 24 South St., South Hero, VT 05486 Tel: 802-372-4962 E-mail: ccshvt@gmail.com www.vtcucc.org/South_Hero •www.facebook.com/CCSHVT Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 3pm Free Community Supper 2nd Friday each month 5:30-7pm Island Roman Catholic Parishes Serving the churches of Alburgh, Grand Isle, Isle La Motte & South Hero MASS SCHEDULE St. Amadeus, Alburgh- Sunday: 10:30 a.m. St. Joseph, Grand Isle- Sunday: 10:00 a.m. St. Joseph, Isle La Motte- Saturday: 6:00 p.m. St. Rose of Lima, South HeroSaturday: 4:00 p.m. Father Lawrence P. Ridgley, Pastor St. Amadeus Office 796-3481 St. Rose of Lima Office 372-4092 Champlain Islands Parish Services Rev. Hyungyong Choi Isle La Motte United Methodist Church Sunday 8:00 am North Hero United Methodist Church Worship 9:30 a. Grand Isle Methodist Church Worship 11am The Churches with... OPEN HEARTS... OPEN MINDS... OPEN DOORS... Parish Office 372-6638 UNION BIBLE CHURCH Main St., Route 2, Alburgh, VT Dr. John C. Kehoe, Pastor 796-3055 Independent—Bible Believing—Gospel Preaching SUNDAY School & Bible Study _______ 9:30AM SUNDAY Worship__________________ 10:30AM WEDNESDAY Prayer Mtg. & Bible Study 7:00PM WEDNESDAY Children's Bible Club____ 7:00PM “A Friendly and Joyful Welcome Awaits You” Nursery Provided at all Services website: www.unionbiblechurch.org • • • • • • • • • • • FRIDAY, MAY 1 Wine Down Fundraiser for CIPCC at Snow Farm Vineyard – South Hero. Family Movie Night at the Alburgh Library featuring “Paddington”. 7 pm “Enchanted April” at Valley Players Theater – Waitsfield. 7:30 pm SATURDAY, MAY 2 Them Nakeds Band Fundraiser for American Cancer Society at the Alburgh American Legion. “Enchanted April” at Valley Players Theater – Waitsfield. 7:30 pm SUNDAY, MAY 3 Maple Breakfast at St. Amadeus Parish Center – Alburgh. 9 to Noon 9th Annual St. Rose of Lima Spring Tea South Hero. 2 to 4 pm Enchanted April” at Valley Players Theater – Waitsfield. 2 pm MONDAY, MAY 4 Film night at the Alburgh Library featuring “Big Eyes”. 7 pm WEDNESDAY, MAY 6 Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser to benefit CarePartners at CarePartners. South Hero. 5 to 7pm THURSDAY, MAY 7 Vermont’s Island Line Revisited at Isle La Motte School. 7 pm SATURDAY, MAY 9 GOD'S LITTLE BROWN CHURCH A non-denominational GCMF affiliated Church CORNER ROUTE 2 AND ROUTE 129 SOUTH ALBURGH, VERMONT 05440 REV. C. ANDREW CHRYSLER, PASTOR (802)782-9384 WWW.GLBCVT.ORG “God’s Word has the answer” WORSHIP......SUNDAY 10:00 AM BIBLE STUDY/PRAYER-WEDNESDAY 6:30 PM THE BORDERS REGIONAL MINISTRY Episcopal Diocese of VT & Anglican Diocese of Montreal www.diovermont.org www.montreal.anglican.ca Sunday, May 3rd at 10 a.m. St. Luke’s, Alburgh Route 2 – north end of village The Rev. Thora L. Chadwick 802-863-8036 pastor@bordersregionalministry.org • Benefit Potluck Dinner and Dance for Karen Koch at the Alburgh American Legion. 5 pm • Pot Luck Dinner Dance at Northern Lights Square Dance Club at NCSS – Champlain, NY. 6 pm • Smorgasbord at the North Hero Elementary School. 5 pm The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 18 -FOR SALE- --------------------------------Black Aluminum Truck Cap. Fits small truck extra -cab. C-clamps, 3 windows, roof rack + locks. Bought in 20001, excellent condition. $350. 802372-3734 or leave message. 5/6 --------------------------------50 gallon tumbler style garden composter with metal stand in great condition. $35 Please call 802-372-5408 --------------------------------14’ Old Town Canoe. Cane seats, paddles, floatation, anchor, good shape. $150. 802-372-4809 --------------------------------‘02 Harley Road King. Fresh everything. Ready to go. 50MPG $8000. 802-372-4809 --------------------------------2003 17.5 ft. Sylvan Fish & Ski w 02 Honda 75 in very good condition. Well maintained. Trailer included. Many extras. $6900. 2008 9.9 HP Mercury Outboard 20 inch shaft w remote controls fewer than 10 hours of use. Includes Stand, books. $1850. Excellent condition. 1978 2 stroke Mercury 10 HP outboard. New tank, hose & Stand. Good condition. $390. Call 518-297-6552 --------------------------------OPEN HOUSE May 3, 2015. 10am-4pm. For SaleSouth Alburgh: 4 bedroom lakefront home at 174 Poor Farm Rd. Listed in Picket fence, property ID #7431 or call802-796-3132 for details. --------------------------------FARMHOUSE + BARN. 3 acres in Grand Isle, by owner. www.107allenroadgrandisle.com 802372-5379 5/26 --------------------------------- -WANTED- --------------------------------I’m looking for a summer babysitting job in the Grand Isle, South Hero and North Hero area. I’m a female college student available Monday through Friday. I have babysitting experience and love having fun with kids. Nicole Pearl (603)657-6065 References available. --------------------------------PONTOON BOAT FURNITURE. Bimini top, couches, swivel seats, consoles, etc. 802-363-2160 -EMPLOYMENT- --------------------------------TRUCK DRIVER- Complete Septic is currently seek- ing Immediate employment for a Class B, CDL licensed Truck Driver with Tanker Endorsement duties will include some Excavation work knowledge of Septic & Excavation Services a Plus! We offer competitive wages. Please apply in person, schedule an appointment by calling 802-928-3572. --------------------------------Cedar Ledge Builders is looking for experienced carpenters and experienced roofers. Please email your resume to MattJ@cedarledgebuilders.com or drop one at our office at 328 Rte.2 in South Hero. Full time employment. Appropriate tools, Valid license, reliable transportation, customer oriented attitude. --------------------------------The Town of Alburgh is seeking a part-time person for the position of assistant at the transfer station. The successful candidate will perform a wide variety of manual tasks and will be expected to operate equipment used in compacting trash. Must be at least eighteen years of age and able to work weekends. The hours are Saturday and Wednesday from 9am to 5pm and Sunday from 9am to 4pm. To apply please pick up an application at the Town Clerks Office located at 1 North Main St. and you will be scheduled for an interview. Alburgh Town Clerks Office 802-796-3468 5/12 --------------------------------Housekeepers Needed ASAP! Flexible hours, PTO, 401(k), supplemental insurance. Go to www.vacasa. com/careers to apply! --------------------------------Town of North Hero- Employment Posting. Parttime Summer Laborer. Public Works Department. Job Description: The Town of North Hero is hiring (1) part-time Public Works Summer Laborer. This is a semi-skilled position involving labor tasks and light equipment operations required for the maintenance of grounds, equipment, facilities, and other publicly owned property. This position typically runs from May to mid-October, Monday through Friday requiring 20 hours per week. The part-time laborer position is an “at will” hourly wage position with an hourly pay rate of $10 to $15 based on experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- General knowledge of the proper care and use of power equipment and light vehicles Applicable safety rules and regulations for personal safety and equipment operations Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions Must be 18 years of age or older and requires a valid driver’s license. To apply: Complete a Town of North Hero employment application and submit it with a resume and letter of interest to North Hero Town Clerk, PO Box 38, North Hero, VT 05474 or townclerk@northherovt.com. This position is open until filled. An employment application is available online: http://www.northherovt. com/forms/Employment_App.pdf The Town of North Hero is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 4/28 --------------------------------The Village of Alburgh is seeking a part- time auditor. Position has no benefits. Applicants must reside in said Village. Background in accounting is a plus. Please send letters of interest: Village of Alburgh 1 Firehouse Rd, Alburgh VT 05440 by May 5, 2015. 4/28 --------------------------------- -SERVICES- --------------------------------HOUSECLEANER- Whether its cleaning, move in/move out or event set up/clean up, I am here to help. Call Christine 802-370-5529 5/26 --------------------------------HOT WATER PRESSURE WASHING- Call for free estimate to have your home, RV/ camper, patio, decks, etc. super cleaned w/hot water & biodegradable detergents (Portable Water Available). Insured & References Available. Contact Brian at (802)363-4777 or LangloisLawnCare@yahoo.com BTFN --------------------------------- SMITTY’S TREE SERVICE. Takedown and Removal. Trimming, Chipping, Stump Grinding. Free Estimates. Insured. Affordable. 802-372-5297 6/16 --------------------------------CONSTRUCTION SERVICES: Roofing, siding, carpentry, painting, also repairs. No job too small. Honest and reliable. Free Estimates. 802-2337031 5/19 --------------------------------ROTOTILLING $55.00 an hour. One hour minimum charge. Call Larry Adams 802-372-4288 6/9 --------------------------------Langlois Lawn Care, LLCCall today for a free estimate on Lawn Care, Pressure Washing, Bark Mulching, Spring/ Fall Clean Ups, Brush and Small Tree Removal, Lot Clearing, Landscaping, Property Management, Brush Hogging, Light Trucking and Many Other Jobs. Call Brian at (802)363-4777 or LangloisLawnCare@yahoo.com BTFN --------------------------------R. ROSE CONSTRUCTION. Roofing. Additions. Siding. We do everything Top to Bottom, Inside and Out. Free Estimates! Insured. 802-372-5693 BTFN ---------------------------LANDRY CARPENTRY. Local General Contractor. Insured. Reliable. Call Alan 802-372-3701 4/28 -------------------------------LRM CLEANING: Local cleaning service has Immediate openings for your home or small business. Contact Lisa at lrm678@yahoo.com or 802233-6382 to set up a meet and greet. 5/6 -------------------------------Remodeling - Houselifting - Foundations - Painting - Barns - Roofs. Insured. UVM. Bill Miller 802355-0313 5/5 -------------------------------ISLAND SEWING: All aspects of sewing. Alterations, mending, formal wear. Specializing in bridal gowns. 30+ years experience. Call 802372-0194 BTFN --------------------------------WELDING: Aluminum - stainless & steel. Inshop & portable. Propeller, skeg repair. Jesberger Welding. 802-796-4079 802-324-6954. 8/4/15 --------------------------------TURNBAUGH ROOFING- Slate, shingles, metal, rubber. Painting all flashings & metal roofs. Chimney repair. FREE ESTIMATES. INSURED. 802-372-5781 John. BTFN --------------------------------Licensed Electrician 25+ years experience. 802796-4610 5/19 --------------------------------You’re an Overeater? You’re not Alone! Try Food Addicts Anonymous. Phone Mtgs. 42 phone meetings every week; AM & PM. More info: Carol 372-8672. www.foodaddictsanonymous.org BTFN -SERVICES- LARGE enough to store your car or small boat! Route 2, Alburgh VT small enough to Call today for sizes & info! clear your clutter! s r r TM The Islander, April 28, 2015 Page 19 Little Bit of Everything GOOD SELECTION OF NEW & USED FURNITURE! Box springs & Mattress $45 & up 2 piece Sofa $199 Bureaus $25 & up Hutch’s $135 & up Remember Take a Seat in the Islands? The “Treasures” are now cabinets instead of benches, and the event has rebranded to reflect the change! It’s the fifth annual community art project sponsored by the Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce, and it is coming to the Islands soon! This year, Sam’s Wood Furniture has sponsored 18 small cabinets, all painted by regional artists and sponsored by our local businesses. The cabinets will go on display throughout the Islands in mid-June, attracting hundreds of visitors to the businesses where they are located. Maps will be available at many locations. On Friday, August 21, all the cabinets will be sold at auction at a special event at Camp TaKumTa, who will receive partial proceeds. Artists include: Corliss Blakely, Kimberley Bombard, Paula Bradley, Heidi Chamberlain, Alyson Chase, Cathy Croteau, Laurie Darling, Alice Dunn, Kathie Dustira, Linda Effel, Jessica Goerold, Nicole Mandeville, Darlene McGrath, Lyna Lou Nordstrom, Suzanne Sauve, Amanda Schirmer, Judy Tiplady and Johanne Yordan. Like Take Home An Islands Treasure on facebook for updates. For information call 802-372-8400. Take Home an Islands’ Treasure! 8 Vantine Ave., Alburgh, VT 802-796-4027 SPRING Services! • Mowing •Spring Clean-up •Pruning •Mulching •Bed Maintenance •Landscape Installation and More... Shaun Graves 802-782-9030 shaun@vtterrain.com www.vtterrain.com CALL or Email for an Estimate! Main St. Alburgh • 796-3434 Mon-Fri 7-6, Sat 8-12, Sun Closed PROPANE FILLUPS! Lube • Oil • Filter $31.95 Time to replace winter tires! Carl Penske Enterprises Cash Paid for Junk Car Removal 372-4819 Excavating, Waterlines, foundations, septic systems, driveways, roads, retaining walls, lake shore reinforcements, town water connections. Mooring Systems, Custom design for your needs. Installed. Fast Service. Scuba Diving Service, from mooring placement to ice vehicle recovery. Zebra Mussels filters installed and services. Welding, Certified Welder. All materials, Fabricating, Portable Equipment. Cabinet on left by Paula Bradley. Cabinet on right and Johanne Yordan -EMPLOYMENT- Trucking, All Materials. Rototilling & Brushhogging Save The Date FREE METAL DAY Free Metal Day will be held May 16 from 8 to 2 pm at the Grand Isle Transfer Station. Free Metal Day is open to all residents. SMORGASBORD The North Hero sixth grade class will be hosting a Smorgasbord on May 9 at 5 pm at the North Hero School. Jim Martin will be roasting a variety of meats to be accompanied by a great selection of side dishes. Serving will be buffet style at $10 a plate. ANNUAL PIE SALE The Annual Pie Sale to benefit St. Amadeus Church and St. Joseph’s Mission will be on May 9. The sale will be held from 9 to 1 pm at two locations this year: On the Run (Crossroads) and the new Irving/ Jolley near the Rouses Point Bridge. There will be a wide array of homemade pies from local area cooks available for purchase for only $8 a pie! INSIDE YARD SALE Everyone has been waiting for Flea Market season and the first one of the season will be held inside the St. Amadeus Parish Center on May 16 from 9 until 2 pm. Vendors must reserve tables in advance. Please call Maurice Gauthier at 802-796-4418 to reserve a table or for more information. The Snack Bar will be open with Maurice’s delectable soups on the stove. ABC FLEA MARKETS STARTING UP AGAIN Spring must be here as ABC is getting ready for the Saturday flea market in beautiful downtown Alburgh. First this year will be Saturday morning of Memorial Day weekend. Reserve your space now, call Dale at 802-752-8945. North Hero, VT (802)372-9514 I r Bulldozer, i c kBackhoe,EDump x cTruck,aStone, v aGravel,t Sand ing Septic Systems & Water Lines - All Kinds of Work! Road Grader F R E E Estimates 796-3571 Alburg, VT # 1 in Grand Isle County!! ISLANDS REALTY SHARI 233-6392 FRANZ 777-7646 EVAN 999-6277 CARLA 363-5758 LINDA 598-9322 CRAIG 372-4179 TIM 236-1402 www.LakeChamplainRealEstate.com Lots to Talk About INLAND LOTS NORTH HERO- Arts and Crafts style 3 BR/3BA Home! You will be blown away as you walk through the door of this completely rebuilt home. Enjoy 110’ of gradual direct lakefront for swimming boating and the best fishing there is on Lake Champlain! Therapeutic Hot Tub, 2 car garage, dock system, boat lift & swim platform. Too many details to list, please call!! $799,900. NORTH HERO- Beautifully renovated 3 BR/ 1.5 BA, year round Cottage Inspired Cape w/100’ of deep, clean & protected lake frontage and shale beach. 0.45 acre with gorgeous views. Gleaming Oak & Douglas fir floors. Hearth & propane FP insert. 1 car garage. Easy commute to Burlington. MOTIVATED SELLER! $249,900. GRAND ISLE- Spectacular views & privately situated on a double lot w/225’ of pristine lakeshore & 1.3 acres in the upscale Robinson Point area, bordered by 50+ acres of Preservation Trust property. The home was updated throughout 20062011. Expansive elevated lakeside deck, 2 car Garage w/Guest Quarters. $619,000. NORTH HERO- 2 direct lakefront, totally renovated, camps w/views of the Green Mtns. Perfect opportunity for family compound or friends to create years of memories together or as an investment property @ $2,000 a week in the summer months. Large lawn & shale beach with a gradual slope to the water. Town water. $369,900. LOTS W/LAKE AND/OR MOUNTAIN VIEWS NORTH HERO- Super cute and well maintained home on 1.70 acres. Beautiful views of Lake Champlain & the Green Mountains. 2 Car detached garage. $195,000. SWANTON- Directly on Lake Champlain you’ll find this cute as a button 3 BR cottage with enclosed porch and shared boat ramp. Seawall. NOW ONLY $155,000. ISLE LA MOTTE- Build your dream cottage on this semi-private, direct lakefront property w/200’ of gradual frontage. Sandy beach, east facing with gorgeous Mountain view & 0.77 acre on a dead end road. Older seasonal 3 BR mobile home on the property & 2 out buildings. Exceptional property surrounded by upscale homes & cottages. Now $149,900. SOUTH HEROCharming 1900’s, 3 bedroom farmhouse located on 2 acres with pastoral views. Many recent updates include roof, siding & appliances. 25 minutes to Burlington. $284,900. GRAND ISLE- Lake Champlain sunsets & Adirondack Mountain views from this “like new” condo for 55+ year olds. Many nice features such as granite countertops, hardwood floors, radiant heat, central air, gas fireplace & more. 2 garages. A must see at $269,900. SOUTH HERO-This 1.5 BA cottage is move in ready w/many of the furnishings included. Relax on your deck, take a swim in the resort’s pool, visit the clubhouse, enjoy the resorts 160 acres, use the marina on Lake Champlain w/slips & moorings or play golf. All this for only $89,900. ST. ALBANS-Vintage Farm house w/many improvements. Screened porch & deck. Pond & berry established berry bushes & apple trees. Country living with 10 private acres but just minutes to downtown! $239,900. ST. ALBANS- Bright open design in this, 2 BR/2 BA home on a nice 1.46 acre lot. Partially finished basement. One 2 car attached garage and one car detached garage. Paved driveway. Only one mile to the city. $238,900. LAKEFRONT LOTS On lake = no road between 4 South Main Street, Alburgh, VT 05440 2 Ferry Road, South Hero, VT 05486 Office: 802-862-0124 Office: 802-796-3426 Office: 802-372-5777