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Reviewed by Elizabeth Trail

My Vermonters: The NortheastKingdom 1800-1940, by Roger LeeEmerson. Hardcover. 387 pages.Published by Grimsay Press, $50.

I’m a history nut. By the timeI was twelve, I’d memorized theentire genealogy of the kings andqueens of England.

But the kind of history thatappeals to me now, as I start to bemore aware that I won’t be hereforever, is the stories of the lives ofthe ordinary men and women whowalked this patch of earth beforewe did.

Although the built landscapehas changed, sometimesunrecognizably, the familiarNortheast Kingdom hills that welook at every day form thebackdrop for photos peopled by awhole different population.

Like a time shift adventuremovie, those people lived their livesin this place with no more idea ofwho we are than most of us todayhave of them.

Roger Lee Emerson is ahistorian. Born in 1934 and raisedin and around Barton, he knewpeople whose lives in the NortheastKingdom went back before the CivilWar. And although he hasn’t livedyear-round in Vermont since 1946,his own memories span thetransition to the modern age.

Mr. Emerson moved on tocollege in Boston, and eventually toCanada. He’s spent most of his lifein London, Ontario, teaching andwriting history. He retired fromthe University of Western Ontariohistory department in 1999.

But he comes back to theNortheast Kingdom every year tovisit.

Now he’s shared both hisfamily history and his memories inMy Vermonters: The NortheastKingdom 1800-1940.

The book isn’t particularlylogically organized. It’s avowedly aseries of personal essays orreflections about life in theKingdom in years past, and thevery extended Emerson family’splace in the picture.

That family includes a host ofwell-known Northeast Kingdomsurnames: the Darlings, the Rogers,the Sanders and many more.

Mr. Emerson’s interest in thatpicture is quirky at best. Hementions only obliquely that hisfather’s brother was formerGovernor Lee Emerson, whograduated from Barton Academyand returned later in life to live ina big old frame house on ParkStreet that’s still locally called theGovernor’s Mansion.

The minutiae of his own father,Arthur Emerson’s, life, fromboyhood through his escapades incollege in Lyndonville to his earlydeath from a lung ailment are moreinteresting to the author.

And to say that Mr. Emersonrevels in detail would be anunderstatement.

In fact, the detail can be a littleoverwhelming.

But he gives us a smorgasbordof information, and I eased into itthat way — flipping back and forthfrom the index to the text andpicking out whatever caught myeye.

Once I got some of the namesdown pat and got used to the book’sstyle, the threads of the narrativestarted to emerge. Then I startedover and read the book from coverto cover.

As a flatlander, I didn’t knowthat there was a time when aperson could drive a horse andbuggy to Barton’s Landing (nowOrleans), leave them at the liverystable near the train station, and“ride the cars” to Newport for a dayof shopping or an evening ofnightlife.

I didn’t know what an areaOrleans County was for music backin the day. Young men and womenalike in this area often tookdiploma courses at singing schoolsafter graduating from high school.

Coventry was the focus of thatscene — who knew?

And a boarding school calledthe Westfield Academy had enoughof a reputation that young womenfrom all over Orleans County paidtuition to go there.

The family history is colorful tosay the least. One of Mr.Emerson’s forebears, HannahDustin, had a statue erected of herfor scalping ten Native Americansin revenge for the murder of herbaby during a raid. Mr. Emersondoesn’t shrink from musing on howdifferently that story might be seenfrom the Native American point ofview.

Hannah’s sister ElizabethEmerson was hanged inMassachusetts in 1698 due to herhabit of having babies out ofwedlock and disposing of them inher backyard. No less a figurethan Cotton Mather gave thesermon at her hanging.

And Mr. Emerson is not muchmore reticent about the colorfullives of more recent generations,though he admits that his motherand elderly cousins might havebeen horrified to have the storiestold if they were still living.

By that means, we get verydifferent personal histories forsome members of his clan than the

ones to be found in historicalsociety books like the 1991 Historyof Albany, Vermont.

Besides the stories, the pagesare filled with photos, journals, anddocuments in sometimesexcruciating detail.

But I think what I like bestabout having read the book is thatnow, driving around the area, Ihave stories to attach to the placesI pass.

It’s a little like reading anature guide. It’s certainlypossible to walk a forest andappreciate its beauty withoutknowing the Latin names for everyplant and tree and rock. Butknowing the names for thingsconnects the things we see to awhole world of knowledge.

I already knew about thegovernor’s mansion on Park Streetin Barton.

Ten years or so ago, myyoungest son and some friendsspent a good bit of time exploringthat house before it was sold to its

present owner. They were evenallowed to make some veryamateur scary-house videos inside.

My son never quite forgave mefor not buying the house when itwas up for sale.

But I hadn’t really thoughtabout the little roadside pullout onRoute 16 between Barton andWestmore that marks the EmersonState Forest.

And while I’d wondered a bitabout the unexpectedly elaboratebrick house on Route 14 betweenAlbany and Irasburg, I had no ideawho had built it or its rather sadhistory.

At one time it was called theHayden Mansion, and not much ofits early story is told in other localhistories.

There was supposed to havebeen a three-generation curseattached to that house. There mayhave been a murder, maybeseveral. And the last of the

Local historian opens windows on the past

February 22, 2017 the Chronicle Section B – 20 Pages

INSIDE THE

KINGDOM

IN THIS WEEKLY SECTION, YOU’LL FIND: BIRTHS l WEDDINGS/ENGAGEMENTS l OBITUARIES l KINGDOM CALENDAR l CLASSIFIED ADSl RESTAURANTS & ENTERTAINMENT l REAL ESTATE & AUCTIONS l YOURS FROM THE PERIMETER l RUMINATIONS l AND MORE!

(Continued on page 8B.)

by Elizabeth Trail

My mother’s book club inBurlington recently read RuthReichl’s new book, Delicious! Nospoilers here, but it’s a first novel bythe former editor of the now-defunctGourmet magazine.

Not surprisingly, the book endswith a recipe — in this case therecipe for the astonishinglycomplicated gingerbread cake thatfigures in the storyline.

As you might imagine comingfrom the editor of a magazinedevoted to fine cooking, the recipemakes a great deal of work out ofthe simple act of makinggingerbread.

So of course my mother had totry it.

The recipe is copyrighted,although a number of online siteshave obligingly published it in thename of saving readers the troubleof tearing the last page out of thebook.

Just search for “Delicious!” and“gingerbread cake.”

It starts with hand-grinding allof the spices — black pepper,cardamom, clove, and cinnamon.

Of course any recipe isenhanced by grinding the spices justbefore they go into the batter.

But that’s a lot of work, and I’mlazy.

I usually add an extra pinch ofeach spice in the name of addingmore flavor, although I knowperfectly well that more is not thesame as better.

The Delicious! recipe also callsfor grating fresh ginger root and thezest, or orange part of the peel, ofthree oranges.

That’s hard to argue with.Fresh ginger is nothing like its drycounterpart. And citrus is atraditional brightener forgingerbread. In fact, one of the finethings in life is to top warmgingerbread with a steaming lemonsauce.

But when it comes to toppingthis gingerbread, Ms. Reichl doesn’tquite know when to quit. First sheboils bourbon and sugar, and soaksthe cake with the syrup as it cools.

Then the whole thing getsdrizzled with a glaze made out oforange juice and sifted powderedsugar.

My teeth hurt just thinkingabout it.

I went online hoping to findsome book-and-cook inspirationsfrom other recent novels.

But I must have done somethingwrong, because when I Googled“book and cook,” I got a hit for TheJewish-Japanese Sex and Cookbookand How to Raise Wolves.

Which is apparently the title ofa little-known 1970s book that nowbrings $243 online in paperback.

Note to frustrated authors —one formula for literary success isevidently to give your book anoutrageous title and ridiculous coverillustration, wait 40 years, and putit on eBay.

I have no idea whether thatbook actually contains any recipes.Or even if it’s about food at all. AndI wasn’t about to spend $243 to findout.

So I looked through my

bookshelves and tried to imagineappropriate dishes to serve at abook club inspired by some of myfavorite titles.

I admit that I did try eatingsweetened condensed milk straightout of the can after reading TheEnglish Patient. Definitely notsomething I’d serve to a book group.

I’m fond of memoirs of thecrossing Australia on a camel orgetting stuck on Mount Everest in asnowstorm ilk. There’s not a lot ofscope for culinary finesse there.

And really, what would youserve while talking about ThePerfect Storm? Swordfish? Beer?An hors d’oeuvre inspired by theshopping carts full of boxed dinnersand chips and hot dogs that thedoomed crew took on board for theAndrea Gale’s last voyage?

Right now I’m trying to getthrough The Narrow Road to theDeep North, a Booker-prize novel setunpleasantly in the bed of anelderly and woman-wearyAustralian doctor, and in thejungles of Burma during World WarII, where the same charactersurvived starvation and dysenterywhile working on the Burma-Thailand “death railway” as aJapanese prisoner of war.

I believe at one point in thestory there’s a dead possum withgreat symbolic meaning, but neitherpossums nor starvation offer muchin the way of culinary inspirationfor a book club meeting.

There was the cave of whelks inAll the Light We Cannot See, but Iwould be clueless about how to findwhelks, let alone how to cook them.

So back to gingerbread. My mother may be fighting

macular degeneration these days,but she managed both to readDelicious! and to bake thatelaborate gingerbread cake for herbook club.

And then she went back andbaked it again —this time a gluten-free version to share with thefamily.

Gluten-free cooking can be

tricky. Without the long strands ofprotein formed by the gluten intraditional wheat flour, baked goodstend to turn out heavy or crumbly.

My mother’s first try at theDelicious! gingerbread recipe, madewith her favorite gluten-free flourmix, was a little bit of both.

She solved a lot of the problemby moistening the finished cakewith a lemon syrup, which made upin flavor for what might have beenmissing in texture.

A lot of the reviews of Delicious!suggested that this might be a bookfor a hammock on a summer day. Ican’t disagree with that — althoughthe story is entertaining, thereading experience would not beharmed at all by getting up to fetchanother glass of ice tea and movingto a shadier spot.

I haven’t tasted the originalDelicious! recipe. My verdict on thegluten-free version is pretty muchthe same as my thoughts on thebook — complicated but light, andperfect for enjoying in a summerhammock with a tall glass of ice tea.

But to me, it’s ginger cake, notgingerbread. Real gingerbread ismade with molasses.

That makes it rich and dark —a perfect match for the mood ofthese end-of-winter evenings whenwe’re reading or watching moviesafter dinner curled up under a quiltwith a mug of something hot.

So I decided to see what hand-ground spices, fresh-grated ginger— and yes, a splash of bourbon —would do for a more traditionalgingerbread recipe.

King Arthur Flour has afabulous recipe for gluten-freegingerbread.

That recipe of course expectsthat you’ll use King Arthur’s gluten-free flour mixture, which comesprepackaged.

A word of caution: there are alot of gluten-free flour mixtures outthere, both prepackaged and mix-it-yourself. Each one bakes — andtastes — a little different.

Feel free to experiment.

The freshly ground spices —especially the raw ginger — reallylivened up the recipe.

But I found the bourbon andsugar syrup unnecessarily sweet.So I substituted bourbon for thewater in the recipe to get thebourbon flavor without the addedsugar.

Bourbon gingerbread

2 cups gluten-free all-purposeflour mix

1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum1/4 cup brown sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup grated fresh ginger1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground cloves1/4 teaspoon freshly ground

black pepper1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom1/2 cup melted butter3/4 cup molasses1/4 cup bourbon1 large egg1 cup buttermilkZest of three oranges (optional)

Whisk together the flour,xanthan gum, sugar, baking soda,salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, andnutmeg.

Melt the butter. Add themolasses and pour into the dryingredients in the bowl. Mix well.

Whisk together the bourbon,egg, and buttermilk. Stir into thebatter until evenly combined.

Fold in the grated fresh gingerand optional orange zest.

Preheat the oven to 350°F.Grease and lightly flour a nine

inch square pan or a bundt pan.Pour the batter into the pan, and letit rest on the counter for 15minutes.

Bake 40 to 45 minutes, untilcake begins to pull away from theedge of the pan and a toothpickinserted into the center comes outclean.

Remove from the oven and coolon a rack for 15 minutes beforeslicing.

And it really wouldn’t be badwith a warm lemon sauce.

Ruminations

Stopping by gingerbread on a snowy evening

sudokusolution

The elegant gingerbread cake that my mother made for her book club. Photo courtesy of Gaylee Amend

Page 2B the Chronicle, February 22, 2017

by Paul Lefebvre

The snow and ice that caved in my portico —a fancy name for a free standing roof over a frontdoor entrance — put me on the road early Sundaymorning to find help. As I came into town I wasstruck by the number of roofs I saw that wereeither being shoveled or had already been cleared.The town looked as if it were under siege by iceand snow.

When I pulled into the Chief’s yard he waswatering his roof. “What have you got up there?”I said, by way of a morning greeting. “A flowergarden?”

The Chief makes hot water by running pipesthrough a stainless steel exchange that’s insertedinto the stovepipe leading from his wood stove.“I’m melting ice,” he said, flashing a mischievousgrin. “What are you doing up this early, youngfellow?”

We loaded some tools and a 14-foot chain intomy truck and drove to Newark. As we passedthrough town I saw a fellow known as Sheet Rockclimbing a ladder onto a roof laden with snow.The Chief, who plows driveways in town, said hehadn’t gotten a good night sleep all week.

“It’s been awhile since we’ve had a winter likethis one,” he said.

In the 45 minutes since leaving the house, theroof had shed the remaining snow and ice,burying the portico and unhinging the twosupport timbers that had been nailed to the sideof the house roughly 30 years ago. The Chief hadbeen the lead man on that job but, if he wassurprised over its collapse, he didn’t say anything,

preferring instead to comment on the carryingcapacity of my snow-mounded woodshed that hadbeen built by a mutual friend, now deceased.

“Bushwhacker would be proud to see hiswoodshed still standing,” he said, as he extendedthe heavy-duty snow rake I had retrieved fromthe back of the truck. “This will reach out 15feet, but I advise against running it out that far.Otherwise you might bend it,” he said, pausing amoment to consider how long it might take to doboth jobs. “You’re not going to do that today, areyou?”

It took surprisingly less time than anticipatedto clear the entranceway of the fallen portico.Once the Chief scoped out the best approach, wepush it over the snow bank at the near end of thehouse, using the timbers to skid the metal roofonto the snow. The ease of clearing it out of theway may have even surprised the Chief, wholooked at me as if something else should be done.

“That’s where it’s going to live until spring,” Iassured him.

Inside the house we celebrate the job’s quickend with a drink. As I poured each of us a shot,the Chief, a firewood dealer, studied the lengthsin my wood box.

“That wood’s off the sugarbush up the hill,” Isaid, gesturing toward the road that leads northpast my house toward IP. “Best wood I’ve had inyears. Burns hot and clean, and leaves a fineash.”

“I’m getting uptown firewood this year,” saidthe Chief, who went on to describe a load of loglength wood that he received earlier in the week.“A guy from Norton hauled it in from Stowe. Nicestuff. Maple, beech, some yellow birch. Twelve tofifteen inches on the butt end.”

“Can you tell me if there is any differencebetween sugar maple and rock maple?”

“No, I can’t,” he said. “I think they’re thesame thing.”

After leaving Newark, we decided to make aday of it by going over to Newport to see McGee,who is convalescing from an amputation. “I hearhe’s learning how to walk on a new titanium leg,”I said. “If he had his way, he’d be home by now.”

McGee is one of those people who refuse tosuccumb to hard times or bad luck. I don’t knowif he’s a model patient, but he is usually apleasure to visit.

“So, what’s going on in the village?” he said, afew minutes after we arrived. “Am I missinganything?”

“You mean who’s doing what to who?” I said.It was late afternoon by the time we got back

into town. Back at the house, I tried out theChief’s roof rake on the shed. After a few futiletugs, I gave up, as the snow was too heavy andclung stubbornly to the roof. Maybe tomorrow, I

told myself, thinking the wind might come upduring the night and take some of the moistureout of the snow. The day had been warm, withtemperatures hovering around forty. “I’ve neverseen snow melt so quick,” the Chief said at onepoint during out travels together.

Back inside, I went online to check outproposed legislation in the Vermont House,reportedly dealing with firewood. After a fewfalse starts, I found and read the bill, H.177,which is presently hanging on the wall in theHouse Committee on Agriculture and Forestry.

“This bill proposes to require theCommissioner of Forests, Parks and Recreation toadopt rules regarding the moisture content offirewood sold in the state,” reads the statement ofpurpose.

Despite misgivings that bills like this onecause Vermonters to believe that legislators liveon another planet, I continued reading.

The bill went on to call for “a maximummoisture content” be established for both treatedand untreated firewood. It did note that moisturecontent may vary, “depending of the type ofspecies” being measured.

As I read, my brain began to churn. Wasthere as much moisture in sugar maple as in rockmaple? What would the Chief think? He isknown, after all, for cutting firewood into uniformlengths, as precise as those befitting acabinetmaker.

I read the bill over twice. How would it work?Would you still be able to buy firewood over abeer in a bar? I imagined how such aconversation might proceed around Cabin Fevertime between a buyer and seller deep in theUpper Kingdom.

“I need another cord of wood to get methrough March. You got any left?”

“Yeah. What do you want? Green or dry.”“Well, what’s the moisture content?”“Moisture content?”“Yeah. Will drops of water run out of it when

I put a piece in the stove?”“All depends.”“On what?”“Whether you got a fire going or not.”The Chief called early Monday morning to

warn me of the risks involved from using a roofrake when there is a heavy mix of ice and snow.

“If you’re standing too close it will come offthat roof and bury you,” he said. “I can come upand give you a hand, if you want.

I agreed to be careful. But, unfortunately, hehung up before I could ask him how to measurethe moisture content in a stick of firewood.Probably just as well, as I don’t believe he holdslegislators in very high esteem.

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Louise Annette Helen McElroy,89, of St. Johnsbury, died at the St.Johnsbury Health andRehabilitation Center on February9, 2017.

She was born on September 16,1927, in Albany, a daughter to thelate Edward and Josephine (Bo)Gile. She grew up in Albany. Sheworked as a sales clerk at Grant’sand Hovey’s in St. Johnsbury formany years.

Mrs. McElroy loved to go onwalks and go shopping. Sheenjoyed spending time with herfriends and working in her flowergarden at her home on South MainStreet in St. Johnsbury. She wasan avid crossword puzzle

enthusiast. She was a quietpresence, kind and dependable.She always put her family first,spending many days with hersisters and brother and at familygatherings.

Mrs. McElroy had no childrenbut did take a strong liking to herneighbor’s children, Lisa Stuart andJerry Cote, and they enjoyedspending time with her and herhusband, Armond.

She is survived by her sisters:Margaret Wright of St. Johnsbury,Laura Gonyaw of Barton, and RenaYoung of Connecticut. She is alsosurvived by her long-time bestfriend Marion Bennett ofLyndonville.

Mrs. McElroy was predeceasedby her husband, Armond McElroy;brothers: John and Ernest Gile;and sisters: Marie Chiovetti, RoseSanville, Bertha Shortsleeve, andAlice Voyer.

A graveside memorial servicewill be held at the Mount PleasantCemetery in St. Johnsbury at 2p.m. on Sunday, June 25.

Memorial donations may bemade in Mrs. McElroy’s name tothe NEK Council on Aging, 481Summer Street, Suite 101, St.Johnsbury, Vermont 05819.

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ObituariesRobert O. French,

71, of Springfield,Massachusetts, died on

February 7, 2017, surrounded by hischildren.

Mr. French was born inNewport on February 22, 1945, theson of the late Ovila and Blanche(Prue) French. He was a graduateof Cathedral High School, class of1963. He proudly served ourcountry in the United States AirForce during the Vietnam War, andspent most of his career working atPratt and Whitney in Connecticut.He was a communicant of St.Michael’s Church in EastLongmeadow, Massachusetts.

In addition to his parents he was

predeceased by his beloved wife Mary(Cunningham) French on July 7,2014; and a sister, Donna Boisvert.

He is survived by his threedevoted children: Karen Chapinand her husband, Michael, ofHampden, Massachusetts, DanielFrench and his wife, Mary, ofSpringfield, and Christopher Frenchand his wife, Jenny, of EastLongmeadow; and he leaves fivecherished grandchildren: Lauren,Stephanie, Danielle, Emily andAnna. He also leaves two brothers:David French and his wife, JoAnn,and James French and his wife,Patricia; three sisters: KatherineFrench, Aileen Coulombe and herhusband, Gerald, all of Newport,

and Julie Farioli and her husband,David, of Melbourne, Florida; and abrother-in-law Laurent Boisvert ofNewport.

His funeral was held on February13 at the Byron Keenan Funeral Homein Springfield, followed by a Liturgy ofChristian Burial at St. Michael’sChurch in East Longmeadow. He wasburied with full military honors in theMassachusetts Veterans’ MemorialCemetery, in Agawam, Massachusetts.

Memorial contributions may bemade in Mr. French’s memory to theD’Amour Center for Cancer Care,280 Chestnut Street, Sixth Floor,Springfield, Massachusetts 01199.

Online condolences can beshared at www.byronkeenan.com.

Robert O. French

Rene P. Perrault, 90, died February 5, 2017,in Newport.

He was born January 9, 1927, in GreenValley, Ontario, the son of Rene A. Perrault andAdrienne Phaneuf of St. Johnsbury. He was oneof three sons. He graduated with two years ofbusiness college in St. John, Quebec, and enteredthe employment of the Canadian Pacific RailwayCompany, where he worked in different capacitiesand vicinities for 20 years. He retired inNewport, in 1986 with an early pension.

He married Micheline Courchesne, in St.John, Quebec, in 1999.

He is survived by his wife, Micheline; and byhis brother Robert Perrault of Newport Center.He was predeceased by his brother RaynoldPerrault of Concord, New Hampshire. He alsoleaves several nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangements were made by UrgelBourgie, of Montreal, Quebec.

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ObituariesLorraine Delores Tolman, 72, of

Greensboro, died Sunday, February19, 2017, at the NortheasternVermont Regional Hospital in St.Johnsbury with her loving family ather bedside.

She was born September 15,1944, in Hardwick, the daughter ofthe late Emile and Jeanne(Bellavance) Dufresne. She attendedGlover public schools, Catholic schoolin St. Johnsbury, HardwickAcademy, and graduated fromCraftsbury Academy in the class of1962. She married Harold GeorgeTolman later that same year, onDecember 29, 1962. They recentlycelebrated 54 years of marriage.

Mrs. Tolman was a hard workerand was employed at the Come andEat Restaurant in Hardwick, theCharlmont Restaurant inMorrisville, and cleaned camps tosupport her future endeavors as apayroll professional. She receivedher real estate license, working withStrout Realty, and was proud to haveworked as the payroll taxadministrator in the payrolldepartment at National LifeInsurance Co. in Montpelier for morethan 15 years. She retired in 2000.

Mrs. Tolman was an activevolunteer in her community. She

was a member of Mary Queen of allSaints Parish, treasurer andmember of Court St. VeronicaCatholic Daughter in Hardwick,past member of the Hazen Unionschool board from 1981 to 1989,auditor of accounts for the town ofGreensboro, Lake View UnionSchool treasurer, founder and pastpresident of the Green MountainPayroll Association for 20 years, anda member of the New EnglandPayroll Association. She taughtcatechism at St. Michael’s Churchfor a few years. As a coach’s wife,she spent countless hours helping toraise funds for the baseball andbasketball teams, washinguniforms, and watching andsupporting many games. In 2006,Mrs. Tolman and her husbandreceived the Greensboro Award fortheir many years of service to theGreensboro community. Shepersonalized storybooks and lettersfor children called, “Grams ChoiceBooks.” For more than 31 years,Mr. and Mrs. Tolman would gatherwith their family on the Mainecoast. She enjoyed knitting, sewing,glass etching, and crafts, moosehunting, and outdoor activities. Shewas especially fond of capturingphotos of wildlife with her camera

systems and sharing the excitementof those with her family.

Survivors include her husband,Harold, of Greensboro; a son,Jefferson Tolman and his wife,Jacquelyn (Ramsay), of Greensboro;three daughters: Laurie Hodgdon ofStowe, Annette Jones and herhusband, Jim, of Craftsbury, andPenny Jones and her husband,Andy, of Elmore; ten grandchildren:Chris, Brent, Hannah, Nicole,Logan, Emily, Alysha, Kaitlyn,Abigail, and Meghan. She was alsosurvived by nine great-grandchildren; three brothers:Leonel Dufresne of East Albany,Lucien Dufresne of Williamstown,and Roger “Pudge” Dufresne ofFairfax; three sisters: Doris Voyerof Calais, Jeannine Young ofCraftsbury, and Diane Leslie ofZephyrhills, Florida; and by manyaunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, andcousins.

She was predeceased by herparents; and by siblings, PaulineSmith, Rita Davis and two infantsisters.

Visiting hours will be heldFriday evening, February 24, from 6to 8 p.m. at the Northern VermontFuneral Home at 60 Elm Street inHardwick.

A Mass will be celebrated at 11a.m., Saturday, February 25, at St.Norbert’s Catholic Church inHardwick. Spring burial will be inthe Tolman family lot in theGreensboro Village Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributionsin her memory may be made to theLamoille Area Cancer Network, 198Farr Avenue, Morrisville, Vermont05661.

Arrangements are in the care ofDian R. Holcomb of NorthernVermont Funeral Service.

Basil G. Kokoletsos,81, of Barton died onFebruary 11, 2017, in

Newport.He was born on June 15, 1935,

in Thessaloniki, Greece, and wasthe son of George and Olympia(Rodopoulos) Kokoletsos.

Mr. Kokoletsos came to theUnited States to attend IllinoisInstitute of Technology on ascholarship and received a degree inelectrical engineering. OnDecember 23, 1957, he marriedMarcella Nobile in Chicago.

Besides his wife he is survivedby his two daughters: Nicole Akikiand her husband, Sam, of Allendale,New Jersey, and Noelle Crane andher husband, Marshall, ofRidgewood, New Jersey; and by hisgrandchildren: Athena, Christiana,Anthony and Christian Akiki, andMitchell and Nicholas Crane; hisbrother Theodore Kokoletsos; andhis wife, Soula, of Vouliagmeni,Greece; and nephews George andGus.

Mr. Kokoletsos served in theUnited States Army in Korea. Inthe 1970s he founded StrongwallIndustries in Ridgewood, retiring in2005. He vacationed in Barton andretired here in 2010. He loved theoutdoors and enjoyed horsebackriding, hunting, skiing, and hiking.

A Mass will be celebrated in the

spring at St. Paul’s Catholic Churchin Barton, with the ReverendTimothy Naples officiating.Memorial contributions may bemade in Mr. Kokoletsos’ name to theParkinson’s Disease Foundation,1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, NewYork, New York 10018, or athttp://www.parkinson.org/get-involved/ways-to-give.

Online condolences may bemade at www.curtis-britch.com.

Beatrice Young, 80, of NorthTroy, died on February 10, 2017, inNewport.

She was born on July 28, 1936,in Troy, to Sanford and Agnes(Gilbrault) Cota. She marriedRobert Young who predeceased her.

She was a furniture maker forEthan Allen Manufacturing inOrleans. Among her hobbies, sheenjoyed cooking for largegatherings, being with her family,and having company at her home.She appreciated Sara her caregiverwho did many things to help herout.

She is survived by her children:Debra Merrill and her husband,Stanley, of North Troy; by hergrandchildren: Scott, Paul, Ryan,Chesley, and Brent; and by hergreat-granddaughter Olivia. She isalso survived by her brothers:Sanford Cota Jr. and his companion,Sandra Peters, of North Troy, andMarvin Cota and his wife, Sandy, ofColchester; by her sisters MargaretWillis of North Troy, and ShirleyAlix and her husband, Tony, ofFlorida; and by several nieces,nephews and cousins. She waspredeceased by her husband Robert;by her parents Sanford and AgnesCota; by her son Randy Young; byher brother Floyd Cota; and by hersisters Betty and Madeline.

A graveside service will be heldat 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 27,at the North Troy Village Cemeterywith Pastor Micky Richardsofficiating. Friends may call at thecemetery from 1:30 p.m. until thehour of the service. Should friendsdesire, contributions in her memorymay be made to the Norris CottonCancer Center North, 1080 HospitalDrive, St. Johnsbury, Vermont05819. Online condolences can bemade at www.curtis-britch.com.

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ObituariesCharles R. Averill,

88, died peacefully atHarris Hill Nursing

home, in Concord, New Hampshire,on February 7, 2017. He was born May 12, 1928, to

Paul L. and Margaret (Daley)Averill in Concord. “Charlie”graduated from Concord HighSchool in 1947 then served in thenaval reserve for eight years. Heworked for Greenland Serviceswhere he learned small enginerepair. He became a salesperson forMaine, New Hampshire, andVermont, which led him toHoagland’s Autobody where heworked for 30 years. He enjoyedacquiring the skills to repair horsedrawn carriages and antiqueautomobiles, and used those skillsto stripe the Concord Coach. Hespent his spare time restoring his1923 Model T Ford Touring Car andwas a longtime member of theProfile Automobile League.

His background in the

automotive industry transitionedinto working for the Concord GroupInsurance. There he became a stateand provincial chairpersonrepresenting New England andQuebec for the Inter-IndustryConference on Auto Collision Repair(ICAR), meeting with the threemajor automobile manufacturersregarding safety and proper repairsof the new unibody automobiles.Mr. Averill was a Concord

Kiwanian since 1974, serving on theboard of directors, and receiving theGeorge F. Hickson Fellow Award.Through his inspiration, the annualantique and classic car show waslaunched. Also, through his efforts,the city of Concord installed a signindicating the area behind EverettArena as Kiwanis Waterfront Park.He assisted the 20/20 visioncommittee in acquiring a public boatramp for launching kayaks andcanoes as well as developing theannual Riverfront Jamboree. Mr.Averill was also chairman for

maintaining the grounds of theKiwanis Waterfront Park, where heenjoyed participating in its upkeep.Mr. Averill had a love of music

— especially the classics and opera— and played the drums during hisschool years, forming his own band.He enjoyed golf, was an avid walkerand loved woodworking andcarpentry. He built his ownsummer cottage on Willoughby Lakein Westmore. He had a tirelesspassion for helping others. Heenjoyed spending winters in Floridaand summers at the cottage. He was predeceased by his

sister Pauline Clancy and herhusband, Richard. He leavesbehind his wife of 67 years, Eleanor(Meadows); two daughters: PamelaWolfstone of Farmington, Maine,and Beth Beaugeard and herhusband, Larry, of Dunbarton, NewHampshire; and a son, Paul Averilland his wife, Chrys, of Concord; fivegranddaughters: Stacy, Lexi,Alyssa, Bronwyn, and Shaylah; and

one grandson Jared; one great-granddaughter Ella Rose; manynieces and nephews of the Clancy,Davis, and Meadows families; andcousins of the Daley family.Mr. Averill will be missed;

through it all he never lost his senseof humor.Visitation was held on February

19, in Concord. Burial will beprivate. Online condolences can be

expressed atwww.bennettfuneral.com

Charles R. Averill

Nelson C. Stevens III, 72, abeloved son, father, husband, andfriend to many, died suddenly onFebruary 10, at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, inLebanon, New Hampshire, with hisdaughters by his side.He was born July 12, 1944 at

Cottage Hospital in Barton, the sonof Nelson II and Barbara (Leno)Stevens.Mr. Stevens received his high

school diploma from the BartonAcademy in 1962, and furthered hiseducation by attending two years ofcollege at Johnson State College.He was a mason by trade, taught byhis father Nelson C. Stevens II, withmany displays of his craftthroughout homes all around thecounty. He was also was anindependent used car salesman, whoenjoyed driving a newly purchasedCadillac around town himself beforefinding a buyer. For over 40 yearshe was employed by the Chronicle,

performing a variety of tasks, fromworking in the printing room, todelivering the papers to local stores.On August 13, 1990, he married

Rachel Archer who survives him.Mr. Stevens was raised on a

farm in West Glover. Growing up,and through the years, he enjoyedhunting, fishing, and snowmobiling,along with a round or two of golf.He loved spending time with familyand friends, sharing stories andlaughing over jokes. He bowled for several years on a

league, at the Candlepin in Barton;shot pool at all of the local bars,taverns, and pool halls — in fact, hewas well known for his pool playingskills; and played horseshoes,especially at the annual WilloughbyLake tournament.He is survived by the mother of

his daughters, Linda ButlerStevens; his mother BarbaraStevens; and his daughters CaroleBriere and her husband, Scott, and

Tracie Stevens; and by hisgrandchildren Oakley Stevens, andKatelynn Briere; by his brothersGary Stevens, and Jeffrey Stevensand his wife, Pam; by his sisterRebecca Griffin and her partner,Ronald Moss; by his stepdaughterMelissa Archer and her husband,Daniel Border; and his stepsonVercil Warner; as well as, severalnieces and nephews. He also leavesbehind Squeaky and Bubbles, thekitties he adored.He was predeceased by his

father Nelson C Stevens II.He will be grievously missed by

all who knew and loved him.For those wishing, donations in

Mr. Stevens’ memory may be madeto zerocancer.org/donate, or mailedto ZERO — The End of ProstateCancer, 515 King Street, Suite 420,Alexandria, Virginia 22314. A memorial and celebration of

Mr. Stevens’ life is planned forSaturday, March 25, at the

American Legion Post #21 onVeterans Avenue in Newport at 4p.m.Online condolences may be

made at: www.curtis-britch.com.

Nelson C. Stevens III

Charles ArthurPlante Sr., 79, diedpeacefully on the

morning of Saturday, January 21,2017, at his home in Lyndonville. He had a love of the outdoors

and many hobbies includinghunting, fishing, and gardening. Healso enjoyed brewing his own beer,singing, whistling tunes, and tellingjokes. Spending time with familyand pets was one of his favoritethings to do. He sadly leaves behind his wife

Nancy Plante of Lyndonville; his son

Gregoire Plante of West Newbury;his grandchildren: Joseph Planteand his wife, Katie, of Newbury,Charles Plante III of San Francisco,California, Adam Plante and hishusband, John, of Manchester, NewHampshire, Brook Robillard and herhusband, Chris, of Epsom, NewHampshire, Daniel Hawkins ofPortland, Oregon, and TimothyLabor Jr. and his wife, Lahanah, ofSanford, Maine; his six great-grandchildren; his brother RobertPlante of Bradford; and sisterJaneane Bruno of Bradford; and his

dog Peanut.He was predeceased by his

parents Robert and Gabrielle(Viviers) Plante; his sons CharlesPlante Jr. and Guy Plante; and twoof his siblings.A celebration of life will be

planned for the spring. Friends andfamily will be notified of the dateand time.

Charles Arthur Plante Sr.


The students in Peter Alexander and TracyMuzerall’s physical education classes at NorthCountry Union High School (NCUHS) hadanother chance to experience the school’s annualWinter Games. Winter Week was held February6 through 9, and had to work around just one icedelay to the start of Wednesday’s school day.Through the continual courtesy of the NewportCity Recreation Department, the students all gotto enjoy the great outdoor opportunities that ourNortheast Kingdom has to offer here during thewinter months. Activities included lots of icehockey, free skating, basketball (no kidding) andthe occasional shovel-pushing. All the activitiestook place at Gardner Park. — Submitted byPeter Alexander on behalf of NCUHS physicaleducation.

NCUHS holds fourteenth annual Winter Games

NCUHS students enjoy some ice time at one of three skating areas at Gardner Park in Newport as part of the highschool’s annual Winter Games festivities. Pictured, from left to right, are: Aaron Verge, Jaden Gonyaw, GregSanville, John Wrisley Jr., Brandon LaPlante, Austin Lamoureux, Austin Oleskiewizc, Emilie Bouchard, FaythColumbia, Caleb Brasseur, Kyle Lamoureux, Jacob Provost, John Warner, Landen Durocher, and Quentin Medine.

Photo courtesy of Peter Alexander

Vermont’s spring snow goose hunt will beheld from March 11 through April 28.

Since 2009, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Servicehas annually issued a conservation order to allowthe reduction of the population of migratinggreater and lesser snow geese as well as Ross’geese. The numbers of these geese have grown sohigh that they are destroying habitat forthemselves and other species.

“The breeding population of greater snowgeese has grown from approximately 50,000 birdsin the mid-1960s to 915,000 birds today,” saidDavid Sausville, Vermont’s waterfowl projectbiologist.

“This increase has resulted in damage toagricultural crops and marsh vegetation instaging and wintering areas from Quebec toNorth Carolina. The Atlantic flyway hasestablished a goal of 500,000 greater snow geeseto bring populations in balance with their habitat

and reduce crop depredation.”During spring migration, snow geese typically

move through the Champlain Valley in lateMarch and early April. They usually passthrough Vermont fairly quickly on the way totheir spring staging areas along the St. LawrenceRiver Valley. They remain there for about amonth before moving on to their nesting areas inthe Eastern Canadian Arctic.

Under the statewide order, the daily bag limitis 15 snow geese, and there is no possession limit.

Waterfowl hunting regulations in effect lastfall will apply except that unplugged shotgunsand electronic calls may be used, and shootinghours will be extended until one half hour aftersunset.

A 2017 spring snow goose harvest permit isrequired and is available at no charge on theVermont Fish and Wildlife Department’s website(www.vtfishandwildlife.com) under “Hunt-

Waterfowl-Spring Snow Goose Hunt.” Huntersmay also call the Essex Junction office (802) 878-1564 to request a permit.

Hunters will also need a 2017 Vermonthunting license (residents $26, nonresident smallgame $50), a 2017 Harvest Information Program(HIP) number, a 2016 federal migratory huntingstamp ($25), and a 2017 Vermont migratorywaterfowl stamp ($7.50).

Hunters can register with the HarvestInformation Program by going to the VermontFish and Wildlife Department website or bycalling toll free (877) 306-7091.

Hunters who obtain a permit will be requiredto complete an online survey after April 28 andprior to May 16, whether they hunted or not.Hunters without access to the internet mayobtain a copy of the survey by calling (802) 878-1564. — from Vermont Fish and Wildlife.

Fish and Wildlife posts spring snow goose hunt dates

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Haydens did indeed die alone in poverty, just asthe curse predicted.

Whether or not any of that ever happened,the Hayden Mansion was not a happy house —the couple that built it lived there for decadeswithout speaking to one another.

I never could quite piece together theHaydens’ relationship to Mr. Emerson’s familytree.

No matter. It’s quite a tale and I haven’t readit anywhere else.

Mr. Emerson’s mother’s family, the Sanders,

seem to have been related to just about everyonein Barton, Albany, Irasburg, and Coventry. Theywere educated people, reasonably prosperous, anduncommonly likely to write letters and keepjournals.

One cousin, Mary Abby, kept a diary for 46years.

Any tendency to romanticize life in VictorianVermont as any sort of age of innocence is quicklydispelled by Ms. Abby’s recollections of teenagelife in the Kingdom, including friends climbinginto windows at 3 a.m. after adventures withboys.

One chapter also follows some of the girls

from the Kingdom who went to Massachusetts towork in the mills, another side of Vermont life inthose days.

And the author occasionally takes a side tripfrom telling the history to pondering on what haschanged and what hasn’t changed in the Kingdomsince 1940.

Is life better or worse now? What’s beengained and lost? What might the future hold?

Mr. Emerson asks these questions more thanonce in My Vermonters.

Possibly because he wrote the essays thatmake up the book at different stages in his life,Mr. Emerson ends up drawing different, andsometimes contradictory conclusions at variousspots in the book.

He seems surprisingly oblivious to racism andanti-Semitism, in some places downplaying itsexistence, and in other places telling stories thatclearly illustrate the contrary.

The Ku Klux Klan met in Barton andIrasburg, but after a few meetings Mr. Emerson’sgrandfather Ira Sanders stopped going, notbecause of the groups’ views on race and religion,but because they used alcohol. Mr. Sandersdidn’t drink.

Even anti-Catholic prejudice was clearly rifein the Kingdom of his childhood.

But the goal of history is to understand whatwent before, not to whitewash it.

And anyone who reads My Vermonters,whether cover-to-cover or just bits and pieces, isgoing to pick up a lot of unvarnished detail aboutlife in the Kingdom in days now gone.

Old family tales occupy familiar places(Continued from page 1B.)

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DEGRE’S AUCTION HOUSE1571 ROUTE 100, WESTFIELD, VT 05874

We are pleased to be selling the contents of Peter & Marie Seymour’s weekend lodge in Morgan,Vermont, along with miscellaneous additions.

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NEWARK - Less than 10 milesfrom KINGDOM TRAILS!Handcrafted cedar log cabinw/shared access to NewarkPond! The water access is via ashared 50’ R.O.W. that’s rarelyused. Property has seen manyimprovements in the last 5years including a new well,updated plumbing, newbathroom w/custom tile shower, new flooring throughout, new lighting,water pump, gas heater, deck and the list goes on. Cabin could be easilyconverted for year-round use. If you’re looking for the perfect familygetaway, hunting camp or place to live, this is the property for you. Allthis and priced under $100K! MLS# 4501567. Offered at $99,500.

NEWARK LAND - This is oneof the nicest parcels in town.High and dry with views thatare absolutely delightful. The7.60 acre lot is mostly leveland cleared. It has a septicdesign in place and isapproved for a conventionalsystem. It is surveyed and ready for your dream house. Within walkingdistance of Newark Street School and close to golf, Kingdom Trails,VAST, and East Burke. Great views of Burke Mountain, Jobs, and BaldMountain. MLS# 4616372. Offered at 60,000.

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Fixed vs. adjustable interest rates: A fixed rate allowsyou to lock in a low interest rate for the life of the loan and isa good choice if interest rates are low. An adjustable-ratemortgage (ARM) usually offers a lower rate that will rise asmarket rates increase. ARMs usually have a limit as to howmuch and how frequently the interest rate can be increased.These types of mortgages are a good choice when fixedinterest rates are high or if you expect your income to growsignificantly in the coming years.

Non-traditional mortgages: Also sometimes called“exotic,” these mortgage types were common before thehousing crisis, and often featured loans with low initialpayments that increase over time.

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Government-backed loans: Federal HousingAdministration (FHA) or the Department of Veterans Affairs(VA) offer special terms, including reduced interest rates. VAloans are open to veterans, reservists, active-duty personneland surviving spouses. FHA loans are open to anyone, andwhile they do require a down payment, it can be as low as 3.5percent. Drawbacks include a slower loan process and theneed to pay mortgage insurance.

Mortgage Broker: An independent professional who acts asan intermediary between you and lending institutions. Be sureto shop around; slight variations in interest rates, loan amounts,and terms can significantly affect your monthly payment.

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BURKETrailside mountain home, 3,500sf, 4 BR, 5 BA.

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LOWELL – 60.77A, some timber, gravel drive,cement pad, power, drilled well. $125,000.

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CHARLESTON – 1A, Echo Lake view, 131’ roadfrontage, power close by, $10,000.

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CHARLESTONWell loved 2 BR/2 BA, appliances, pellet stove.

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LOWELLWooded 10A & brook, 2 BR/1 BA log-sided home.

Stone fireplace, tongue and groove interior.$140,000.

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JAYLovely townhouse between tramside & stateside.

2 BR/2 BA, appliances, wood stove, covered porch. $209,000.

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ISLAND PONDSunset view over the island, 150’ shore frontage.Year-round 2 BR, detached 2 bay garage, dock.

$189,900.Annette/Emma. #4618174

SHEFFIELD – 49A, mixed woods, views, sunsetexposure, cabin, septic, spring. $119,000.

Lyell. #4617612

GLOVER – 65.4A permitted 5 lot subdivision,private, views, woods, fields. NOW $159,000.

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NEWPORTNicely landscaped lot, deck overlooks backyard,5 BR, 1.5BA, great floor plan, attached garage

$135,000Nick. #4605343

ISLAND PONDFabulous starter home, 3 BR, 2 BA, level lot.

Walk to school, stores, lake...Affordable!$55,500.

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DERBY3 BR/2 BA, updated inside/out, leased lot.No income restrictions, walk to amenities.

$18,000.Dave K. #4618077

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2 BR, 2 BA, gas fireplace, deck. Live in or rent.$312,700.

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JCR 5280 ~ HARDWICK: Commercial propertycurrently operating as a motel near the statepaved highway. All rooms have a/c & heating.MLS 4617358. $249,000.

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Brighton Elementary Schoolreceived a generous donation of anAutomated External Defibrillator(AED) provided by North CountryHospital. Gail Meunier of the NorthCountry wellness departmenthelped obtain this life-saving AEDthrough the funds from the NorthCountry Cares Donors Fund. Thisfund exists because of the generousdonations given by communitymembers.

The Brighton school communitysuffered a tragic loss this past fallwhen a beloved teacher, BelyndaCoker, died suddenly. This tragedyheightened the school’s awareness ofthe need for life-saving equipmentthat is readily available.

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process of helping Brighton obtainan AED machine through thewellness department. The cost ofthese machines is over $2,000, plusyearly maintenance. Through theNorth Country Cares fund, theentire cost, installation, training,and maintenance is provided at nocharge. About ten AED machineshave or will be donated to thesurrounding communities. Throughthe efforts of Dr. Moore and GailMeunier, the Brighton ElementarySchool now has a life-saving devicethat can assist in early treatment ofcardiac events in such an isolatedlocation. — submitted by BethRodondi.

Brighton school receives AED from North Country Hospital

Brighton teacher Sarah Tolley, left, and North Country Wellness Nurse Gail Meunier,stand in front of the newly installed AED machine in the front lobby of BrightonElementary School. Photo courtesy of Beth Rodondi

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Lake Region Union High Schoolsecond quarter honor rolls

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Highest Honors

Grade nine: William F. Coburn, DeniseMarie Goodridge, Andrew Hicks, Joshua Kelley,Parker S. Perron, Benjamin Joshua JamesPowers, Cierra Richardson, Cole M. Royer, andElla Marie Stevens. Grade ten: John AnthonyMatthews, Kaleigh R. Nutting, and Mackenzie F.Young. Grade eleven: Melanie E. Joubert andCeleste M. Piette. Grade twelve: ElizabethGrace Locke, Ashley M. Morrill, April M.Streeter, and Katherine O. Whipple.

High Honors

Grade nine: Abigail Grace Blanchard,Charlotte E. Carey, Emma Jean Downs, Mara E.Duquette, Bridgette Groff, Joslyn Hinton,Jackson King, Braydon Allen Leach, MelanieJane Menard, Hunter T. Perkins, Jorden S. Prue,Anna K. Quinn, Natalie Marie Racine, Knight O.Rivers, Taylor Marie Schneider, Jeremy D.Valley, Kaitlyn Mary Verge, Hilary K. Wailonis,and Samantha R. Whipple. Grade ten: BrandonDouglas Allam, Zachary Lee Barrup, RaeganTaylor Blanchard, Brookelynne M. Conley,Abbygale E. Karlen, Marleen L. Lawyer, AmandaJ. Mason, Theresa Matthews, Tyreal J. Morse,Emma L. Perkins, Michaela Brooke Poginy, JacobC. Richardson, and Ajay D. Warner. Gradeeleven: Abegayle Bollens-Lund, Sierra A. Butts,Corey Paul Cowles, Caelyn A. Gonzalez, ArthurRaymond Hoadley-Wilcox, Bradley P. Kerr, IsaiahJ. Kippen, Cody Lawrence Lanou, Megan RuthMartin, Angel R. Randall, Kaden Andrew Swett,and Connor Joseph Vezina. Grade twelve:Maria C. Brosseau, Samuel Delorenzo, Camden

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ALBANY__________________________ALBANY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH – “Amen Corner.” Rev. Nathan Strong, 754-2790.facebook.com/AlbanyUMChurch. Sunday Worship Service at 10 a.m.

ST. JOHN OF THE CROSS CHURCH – Creek Road, East Albany. Watch for events.

BARTON __________________________________________BARTON BAPTIST CHURCH – 1859 Glover Road, Barton – 802-525-3624. PastorGary Ashton. Sunday School at 10 a.m. Sunday morning service at 11 a.m.Evening service at 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible study at 7 p.m.

BARTON UNITED CHURCH, United Church of Christ & United Methodist Church. Part of theLake Region Parish. The Rev. Evelyn Coupe. 525-3607. Sundays in February: 11 a.m.Union Service at Barton United Church with Sunday School.

NORTHEAST KINGDOM QUAKER MEETING – Meets at 10 a.m. on Sundays at the BartonPublic Library. For more info, call 525-6638 or 754-2029.

SOLID ROCK ASSEMBLY OF GOD – Church Street, Barton. 525-3888. Interim PastorThomas Hood. Sunday Services: Sunday School, 9:30 a.m., all ages; Worship Service,10:35 a.m.; Evening Worship, 6 p.m. Midweek Bible Study, call for info.

ST. PAUL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH – Saturday evening Mass (May-October only) at 6p.m. Sunday morning Mass at 10 a.m. See website or call for other Masstimes: MostHolyTrinityParishVT.com or 525-3711.

BROWNINGTON __________________________________NEW HOPE BIBLE CHURCH OF BROWNINGTON – (Formerly Brownington Center Church.)Pastor Dan Prue Jr., 334-9991. Worship time is Sunday evening at 6:30 p.m. All arewelcome to visit and be part of our church family. Handicapped accessible.

BROWNINGTON VILLAGE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH U.C.C. – Organist Mark Violette. Guestpreacher on 2/26 is Rev. Alyssa May. Sunday Worship from 11 a.m.–noon. Coffee fellowshipfollowing the service. The church is handicapped accessible and hearing enhancement isavailable. Everyone is welcome, and parents are encouraged to bring children.

BURKE ____________________________________________EAST BURKE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, UCC – The Rev. Judi Horgan. All are welcomehere! “God is still speaking!” Worship Service and Sunday School at 8:45 a.m.Holy Communion the first Sunday of each month.

WEST BURKE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH – The Rev. Danielle Rodrigues, 467-3466.Sunday church service at 10 a.m. Holy Communion first Sunday of each month.

CRAFTSBURY_____________________________________EAST CRAFTSBURY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH – East Craftsbury Rd., Craftsbury, VT. 802-586-7707. E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.eastcraftsburypresbyterian.org. Rev.Deborah McKinley, Pastor. Dr. John Weaver, Director of Music Ministry. SUNDAYS: AdultSunday School at 10 a.m. Worship at 11 a.m. with Children’s Sunday School during worship.“Monday Mingling” group meets on Mondays from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. with soup and breadluncheon at noon. All are welcome to being crafts or games to enjoy with others.

OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC CHURCH – Saturday evening Mass at 6 p.m. from MemorialDay to Columbus Day weekend. Our Lady of Fatima is part of the Mary Queen of AllSaints Parish in Hardwick. Rev. Claverlito Migriño, administrator. 802-472-5544

UNITED CHURCH OF CRAFTSBURY – an Open and Affirming Congregation; affiliated with theUnited Church of Christ. Sunday services at 10 a.m. Sunday School offered during worship.Handicapped accessible. No matter who you are or where you are on your spiritualjourney, you are welcome. Church phone: 586-8028. www.unitedchurchofcraftsbury.comFind us on Facebook, or e-mail [email protected].

DERBY & DERBY LINE ____________________________BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH – 183 Elm St., Derby Line. Pastor Richard Daniels. Sunday Schoolfor all ages at 10 a.m. Sunday Service (nursery available) at 11 a.m. PM service, call forinformation. Wednesday Bible Study at 7 p.m. For more info, call 873-3258.

CHURCH OF GOD – Crawford Road, Derby. Morning Worship 9 a.m., Evening Worship,6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m. For more information call 334-5916. PastorLaurence Wall. www.newportcog.com

CORNERSTONE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH – Quarry Road, past McDonald’s. PastorGlenn Saaman, 334-5282. Sunday School at 9 a.m. and worship at 10:30 a.m.on Sundays.

ST. EDWARD THE CONFESSOR – Saturday at 6 p.m. in the church (Sunday and Holy DayVigil). Sunday & Holy Day masses at 8:30 a.m. in the church. Weekday masses areMonday and Thursday at 8:30 a.m. in the chapel, Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the chapel,Friday at 6 p.m. in the church. Reconciliation anytime by appointment as well asSaturday 5:30-6 p.m. Fr. Patrick I. Nwachukwu, S.D.V. 802-334-5066.

FIRST UNIVERSALIST PARISH (UU), DERBY LINE – 112 Main Street, Derby Line. Serviceseach Sunday at 10 a.m. Coffee hour following service. Handicapped accessible.We are a welcoming congregation. Church phone 873-3563. Church e-mail:[email protected]. Church website: www.derbylineuu.org. Sunday, Feb. 26 –Guest speaker Brendan Hadash on “Pursuit of Happiness.”

DERBY COMMUNITY CHURCH – Pastor Mike Haddad. 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for preschoolthrough adults. 10:30 a.m. Worship Service. Care provided for children through five yearsof age. Call 766-5500 for information about Bible Study, Teen Youth Group, Women’s BibleStudy, Men’s Fellowship Breakfast, and other opportunities waiting for you!

EAST & WEST CHARLESTON _____________________EAST CHARLESTON CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE – Adult Bible Fellowship and Kids’ BibleClub at 10 a.m. Family Worship Service at 11 a.m. For more information ordirections, call the church at 723-4824.

FREE WILL BAPTIST CHURCH – West Charleston. Scott Cianciolo, Pastor. 802-895-4643. Worship at 9 a.m. Children’s Church during morning worship. Youth Groupevery other Friday from 6-8 p.m. All are welcome. Please call for more info.

PLYMOUTH CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, EAST CHARLESTON – Interim pastor: MargieCatuogno, (802) 487-9193. Worship Service & Sunday School, 10 a.m. Ramp& elevator available.

ST. BENEDICT LABRE – Sunday & Holy Day masses at 11:30 a.m. Weekday mass is onWednesdays at 7 p.m. Reconciliation anytime by appointment as well asWednesday from 6:30–7 p.m. Fr. Patrick I. Nwachukwu, S.D.V. 802-334-5066.

GLOVER & WEST GLOVER ________________________GLOVER COMMUNITY CHURCH & WEST GLOVER CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH – Part of theLake Region Parish. The Rev. Evelyn Coupe. 525-3607. Sundays in February: 11a.m. Union Service at Barton United Church with Sunday School.

GREENSBORO ____________________________________ST. MICHAEL’S CHURCH – Mass on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Parish Administrator Fr.Claverlito S. Migraino, phone 472-5544.

GREENSBORO UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST – The Rev. Anthony Acheson. SundayService at 10 a.m. followed by coffee hour. Sunday School during the schoolyear; child care in the summer. Handicapped accessible (chair lift). All arewelcome. 533-2223 or [email protected].

HARDWICK_______________________________________ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH – 39 West Church Street, Hardwick. 802-472-5979. Sunday Service at 10 a.m. Child care available. Coffee hourfollowing the service. Home to the Hardwick Area Food Pantry & winterclothing donations.

ST. NORBERT CHURCH – Saturday Vigil Mass 4 p.m. and Sunday 8:30 a.m. ParishAdministrator Fr. Claverlito S. Migraino, 193 S. Main St., P.O. Box 496,Hardwick, VT 05843. Phone 472-5544. Confession at 3:15 p.m. eachSaturday before Mass or by appointment.

UNITED CHURCH OF HARDWICK – South Main St., Hardwick. Parsonage: 472-6353.Church: 472-6800.

HOLLAND _________________________________________HOLLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH – Pastor John Genco, 766-2901. Sunday Worship at10 a.m. Wednesday evening Bible study at 6:30 p.m. Communion firstSunday of every month. Handicapped accessible. Please join us!

IRASBURG _______________________________________GRACE BRETHREN CHURCH OF IRASBURG – Pastor Scott M. Libby. 754-2363.Wednesdays, devotional & prayer meeting in Newport at 7 p.m. Sundays, morningworship at 10 a.m. with discussion and application of sermon at 11:35 a.m.

ST. JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC CHURCH – Sunday morning Mass at 8:15 a.m. Parishoffice: 525-3711. Visit www.MostHolyTrinityParishVT.com for holiday andseasonal Mass times.

UNITED CHURCH OF IRASBURG – Irasburg. Rick Shover, Pastor. (802) 754-8448. Serviceis at 9:30 a.m. Communion is first Sunday of every month. All are welcome.Handicapped accessible. Children’s story hour/childcare available during service.

TRINITY FAMILY CHURCH – Bible Worship at the Irasburg Grange Hall, Sundays at 9:30 a.m.

NEW HOPE BIBLE CHURCH OF IRASBURG – at the River of Life. Sunday school for all agesat 9 a.m. Sunday Worship at 10 a.m. Pastor George Lawson, 754-2423 andPastor Dan Prue Jr., 334-9991.

ISLAND POND ____________________________________FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF BRIGHTON, ISLAND POND – The Rev. Alan Magoon,Pastor. Church & parsonage phone: 723-5037. Sunday Worship, 10 a.m.,Sunday School,11:15 a.m. Prayer Meeting Thursdays at 6:30 p.m., Bible StudyThursday at 7 p.m. Handicapped accessible (chair lift). “A friendly church in afriendly community welcomes you!”

BRIGHTON BAPTIST CHURCH – Sunday service at 11 a.m., and 6 p.m. Sunday School,10 a.m. For more information, call (802) 723-4800.

GREEN MOUNTAIN BIBLE CHURCH – Route 105, 1 mile west of the village of IslandPond. Sunday service at 10 a.m. and Wednesday service at 7 p.m. FirstWednesday: Hymn Sing. Pastor Neal Perry, 754-2396.

ST. JAMES THE GREATER CHURCH – Sunday & Holy Day Masses at 10:10 a.m.Weekday Mass on Wednesday at 5:15 p.m. and Saturday at 4 p.m. (Sundayand Holy Day Vigil). Reconciliation anytime by appointment as well as Saturdayfrom 3:30-4 p.m. Fr. Patrick I. Nwachukwu, S.D.V. 802-334-5066.

CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH – Renovations finished! Morning Prayer on Sundays at 9 a.m.Holy Eucharist the last Sunday of each month at 9 a.m. E-mail: [email protected]

LOWELL ___________________________________________LOWELL BIBLE CHURCH – Pastor David DiZazzo (673-9459): Sunday Worship &Sunday School at 10 a.m. with coffee hour following service. Wednesday nightBible study at 7 p.m. in Lowell. Thursday night Bible Study at 6:30 p.m. inNewport. Please call for information & directions.

ST. IGNATIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH – 151 Hazen Notch Rd., Lowell. Sunday Mass at9:45 a.m. Confession any time upon request. Rectory, 988-2608.sacredvincentignatius.com

MORGAN _________________________________________MORGAN CHURCH – Pastor Mike DeSena. Saturdays Contemporary Service at 6 p.m. withCommunion and potluck supper the 3rd Saturday of each month. Traditional ServiceSundays at 9 a.m. with Sunday School and Nursery available during the service. Pleasecall 895-4526 for information regarding other activities which include Youth Group andBible Studies or visit our website at www.themorganchurch.com

NEWPORT ________________________________________NEWPORT ADVENT CHRISTIAN CHURCH – 128 Vance Hill Rd., Newport Center. Sunday morningworship services begin at 9:45. Sunday school classes for all ages begin at 11 a.m. Bible study& prayer time held Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. Various fellowship times includebreakfasts, dinners, and game nights, etc. Pastor Chris Barton. Everyone is welcome.

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SOCIETY – 362 East Main Street, Newport. Winter church serviceson Sundays at 10 a.m. at the church. Wednesday evening meetings (5:30 p.m.) willbe Skype through May 1. Anyone who wants to join in on Skype, please call 334-5840 or 334-2051 to be added to the group. All are welcome.

LIFE IN CHRIST FELLOWSHIP – 81 Weaver St., Newport. Apostolic Church. SeniorPastor: Janet Bishop. Associate Pastor: Allan Bishop. Sunday morningworship, 10 a.m. Phone 334-7220 for information. All are welcome!

NEWPORT CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE – 115 Elm Street, Newport. Pastor Paul Prince.You are welcome to join us for Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. (for all ages).Worship Service begins at 11 a.m. Sunday evening service at 6 p.m.Wednesday Prayer Meeting at 7 p.m. Please call the church at 334-2628 forfurther information. We care about you!

NEWPORT CHURCH OF CHRIST – Corner of Sias Avenue and Prouty Drive, Newport.Sunday Bible Class at 10 a.m.; Worship Service at 11 a.m.; Wednesday BibleStudy at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome. Church office phone: 334-2028.

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS – Eric Pingree, Branch President;Marston Cubit, First Counselor; David Croteau, Second Counselor. Sacramentmeeting at 9 a.m. with Sunday School at 10:15 a.m.; Priesthood and ReliefSociety at 11:10 p.m. The chapel is located at 3417 Darling Hill Road in Derby.334-5700 or 334-5339.

FAITH LIGHTHOUSE ASSEMBLY OF GOD – All are invited to come out to worship with usat 51 Alderbrook Road, Newport. Sunday School, 9:30 a.m., service at 10:30a.m. Sunday Evening Service at 6 p.m. Saturday Youth Group at 6 p.m.Tuesday Evening Mid-week Bible Study at 6:30 p.m. Call for details: 334-8576.

ST. MARK’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH – 44 Second Street, Newport. 334-7365. Rev. JaneButterfield, interim priest. Sunday Services: Holy Eucharist & Sunday School,9:30 a.m. Handicapped accessible. Food shelf is open Mondays from 11:20a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

ST. MARY, STAR OF THE SEA – Saturday at 4 p.m., (Sunday and Holy Day Vigil). Sunday &Holy Day masses at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Weekday masses are Monday and Thursday at5:15 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 8 a.m., Saturday at 7:30 a.m.Reconciliation anytime by appointment as well as Saturday 3-4 p.m. Fr. Patrick I.Nwachukwu, S.D.V. 802-334-5066.

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH – 37 Concord Ave., Newport. Pastor Cornell Preda, 487-4632 or 334-3096. Saturday Sabbath School at 9:30 a.m. Saturday Worship Service at 11a.m. Tune in to 96.1 FM (WJSY-LP) for quality Christian radio broadcasting 24/7 or visit usonline at www.wjsy.org.

NEWPORT BAPTIST CHURCH – 306 East Main Street. The Rev. David Lisner, Pastor. 334-5554.Sunday School for all ages begins at 9:15 a.m. Sunday morning worship service begins at 10:30a.m. Children’s Church with nursery available. Handicapped accessible. Wednesday night BibleStudy/Prayer Meeting at 6:30 p.m. Kid’s Club begins on Friday nights with a light meal at 6 p.m.For more information, call Nancy at 766-5094. Our church services are broadcast on the PEGChannel 17 on Fridays at 4 p.m. and again on Sundays at 5:30 p.m. Our services are also onlinethrough our website at www.newportbaptistchurchvt.org.

UNITED CHURCH OF NEWPORT – 63 Third Street. 334-6033. Pastor James Merriam. 10 a.m.Sunday Worship Service with nursery for ages 5 years and under. We are a combinedUnited Church of Christ and United Methodist congregation with a tradition of livelymusic, open-minded exploration, and strong community service. Come and join us tofind out how you can serve others while deepening your walk with God. Other activitiesinclude choirs, handbells, food shelf, youth group, community lunch, women’s fellowship,prayer partners, Bible study, book club, and more!

NEWPORT CENTER _______________________________

NEWPORT CENTER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH – An Evangelical Bible Based Congregationand Member of the Conservative Confession Methodist Movement. Sunday morningworship at 9:30 a.m. with childcare provided. Coffee Fellowship & Communion firstSunday of the month. Christian Women’s Group first Saturday of the month. TLC “TheLord’s Choir” Handbells practices weekly. Other activities announced. “In the tradition ofthe Reformation.”

NORTH TROY & TROY ____________________________FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH – 14 Main Street, North Troy. Hymns & scriptures. KellyDeslauriers, minister.

CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH – South Street, North Troy (independent). The Rev. Dr.Richard E. O’Hara, Pastor. Sunday Worship (traditional) at 11 a.m. WednesdayBible Study (fall & spring). Other activities as announced. “A Christ-centeredchurch in the Reformed and Congregational tradition.”

ST. VINCENT CATHOLIC CHURCH – 18 North Pleasant St., North Troy. Sunday Mass at 8a.m. Confession any time upon request. Rectory, 988-2608.sacredvincentignatius.com

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH – 130 South Pleasant St., Troy. Saturday Mass at 5p.m. Confession available Saturdays from 4:15–4:45 p.m. or by appointment orrequest. Rectory, 988-2608. sacredvincentignatius.com

ORLEANS _________________________________________ORLEANS FEDERATED CHURCH – Sunday Worship Services at 9 a.m. Community foodshelf hours are 8:30–10:30 a.m. the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month.

ST. THERESA’S CATHOLIC CHURCH – Saturday evening Mass at 4 p.m. No SundayMass. Parish office: 525-3711. Visit www.MostHolyTrinityParishVT.com forholiday and seasonal Mass times.

ORLEANS COUNTY________________________________NORTHEAST KINGDOM QUAKER MEETING – Meets at 10 a.m. on Sundays at 115 Scott Lane,Barton, VT 05822 (just off Burton Hill Rd.) For more info, call 525-6638 or 754-2029.

SHEFFIELD ______________________________________SHEFFIELD FEDERATED CHURCH – Berry Hill Road. Sean Quinn, Pastor. 802-873-4558. Sunday Worship Services 10:30 a.m.

SUTTON __________________________________________SUTTON FREE WILL BAPTIST CHURCH – The Rev. Mark Heinrichs, supply pastor, 525-4214, or church 467-8585. Church services: 9 a.m., Adult Bible Study, SundaySchool. 10:15 a.m., Morning Worship. Fridays at 7 p.m., music practice.Fellowship hour after church.

WESTFIELD _______________________________________WESTFIELD CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH – Main Street (Route 100) in Westfield. We welcomeall to worship services and music commencing at 10 a.m. on Sundays. Refreshmentsand fellowship following services. For questions, call Pastor John Klar at 673-4852.

WESTMORE _______________________________________WESTMORE COMMUNITY CHURCH CONGREGATIONAL UCC – Grounded in Christ, open to all,with thoughtful worship, lovely music, and fellowship Sundays at 9 a.m., on the shore ofWilloughby Lake. The Rev. Martha B. Peck, 334-6075. [email protected]

WHEELOCK ________________________________________THE ROCK – “A Holy Spirit empowered church” meeting at the Wheelock Town Hall onThursday and Sunday nights at 6 p.m. Pastor: Butch Ainsworth. 1-877-868-7625.

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23NORTHEAST KINGDOM ICE FISHING DERBY BEGINS The 12th annual Northeast Kingdom Ice Fishing Derby runs Thursdaythrough Sunday, February 23 through 26, on all waters in Vermont’sNortheast Kingdom. $50,000 in prizes will be awarded. For moreinformation and to register, visithttp://wrightssports.com/2017_registration.html.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25I LOVE WINTER FESTIVAL AT OLD STONE HOUSE On Saturday, February 25, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the public is invitedto drop by the Alexander Twilight House across from the Old Stone HouseMuseum in Brownington for a mid-winter party. Cross-country ski andsnowshoe trails will be packed around the museum grounds. Some skisavailable for those who don’t have any. There will be blacksmithingdemonstrations in the Moffat Forge, children’s activities, refreshments andmusic. This is a free event. Come celebrate all the things we love aboutwinter!

CATAMOUNT ARTS BLUEGRASS NIGHT Bluegrass Night returns to Catamount Arts in St. Johnsbury onSaturday, February 25, at 7 p.m. featuring Bob Amos and CatamountCrossing. Special guest Colin McCaffrey performs at 8 p.m. Freeadmission, but donations accepted. For more information, call 748-2600 ore-mail [email protected].

BASKET WEAVING CLASS IN COVENTRY There will be a basket weaving class on Saturday, February 25, from9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Coventry Community Center. Call Tracie Quirion at673-9928 to reserve a spot. Class fee is $40.

CHEESEMAKING WORKSHOP AT NORTHWOODS Barbara Levin of Hope Farm leads this hands-on introductory class,covering preparation of soft cheeses, proper kitchen sanitation, choosingmilk products, and cheese tasting on Saturday, February 25, from 9 a.m. to3 p.m. at NorthWoods Stewardship Center in East Charleston. Participantsshould bring a lunch and four pint-sized take-home containers. Hot drinksand snacks provided. Cost is $65. For more information or to register, call723-6551 or e-mail [email protected], or visitwww.northwoodscenter.org.

KINGDOM COFFEEHOUSE AT NORTHWOODS NorthWoods Stewardship Center in East Charleston will hold aKingdom Coffeehouse on Saturday, February 25. Cost is $10 and includesrefreshments. Celebrate winter with good music and company. For moreinformation and time, check www.northwoodscenter.org or call 723-6551.

COUTTS CAMP KIDS WINTER TRIATHLON Bundle up and join Coutts for their first Kids Winter Triathlon startingat 9 a.m. on Saturday, February 25, at the Coutts-Moriarty Camp on 4-HRoad in Derby. Racers will participate in three activities: Snow run,snowshoe, and cross-country ski. Parents are encouraged to help racersswap gear. Racers may bring their own skis and/or snowshoes, but thereare some on hand for ages six to 18. Cost is $5 per race with proceedsbenefiting The Rec center at the camp. For more information, [email protected].

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26MUSIC JAM IN DERBY LINE There will be a Music Jam on Sunday, February 26, at the Derby LineVillage Hall from 1 to 4 p.m. Doors open at noon. Admission by donation.All levels of singers and musicians welcome. Free refreshments also. Formore information, call 766-2730. Proceeds benefit music, auto tech, andwelding scholarships for students from Lake Region and North Countryunion high schools.

“SINGSPIRATION” SERVICE & PIZZA FELLOWSHIP IN WESTCHARLESTON The West Charleston Free Will Baptist Church will be having a“Springspiration” service and pizza fellowship on Sunday, February 26,from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. All are welcome and it’s free of charge. ContactPastor Scott Cianciolo with any questions at 323-7057.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27NEK LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST IN NEWPORT A NEK Legislative Breakfast will be held on Monday, February 27, atthe Eastside Restaurant in Newport from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. Speakers will beSenator Robert Starr and Representatives Michael Marcotte and GaryViens. Bill Davies will be the moderator.

WINTER DAY CAMP AT NORTHWOODS NorthWoods Stewardship Center in East Charleston will hold aWinter Day Camp for kids ages six to 13. Camp will run Monday throughThursday, February 27 through March 2, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and costs$125 or $40 per day. Scholarships available. Lunch and outdoor equipmentprovided. For more information or to register, call 723-6551 or [email protected].

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28IMMUNIZATION CLINIC IN NEWPORT There will be an immunization clinic on Tuesday, February 28, at theVermont Department of Health located in the Emory Hebard State OfficeBuilding in Newport. If you have no primary care provider, no healthinsurance or insurance doesn’t cover vaccines, or your primary careprovider doesn’t offer vaccines, you may qualify for vaccinations at nocharge. For more information, call 334-4386.

SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE DOCUMENTARY IN HARDWICK Fresh, the Movie, a documentary about sustainable agriculture, willbe shown at the Jeudevine Memorial Library in Hardwick on Tuesday,February 28, at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 472-5948 or visitwww.jeudevinememoriallibrary.org.

SOUPER LUNCH AT ST. MARK’S IN NEWPORT St. Mark’s Episcopal Church on Second Street in Newport will holdit’s monthly Souper Lunch on Tuesday, February 28, at noon. Free ofcharge and all are welcome. Souper Lunches are held the last Tuesday ofevery month.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1ASHES AND BLESSINGS TO GO IN NEWPORT Pastor James Merriam will be in the community on Wednesday,March 1, offering “Ashes and Blessings To Go.” He will be available all dayon Main Street in front of the Newport Municipal Building. In the evening,there will be a more traditional service at 7 p.m. at the United Church ofNewport. For more information, call Pastor Merriam at (610) 755-5875.

BLOOD DRIVE IN IRASBURG There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive on Wednesday, March 1, fromnoon to 5 p.m. at the Irasburg Town Hall. All blood types are needed. Ablood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of ID are required atcheck-in. Donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh at least 110 lbs.,and be in generally good health. For more information or to make anappointment, visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.

REGISTRATION REQUESTEDCAMILLA MEAD ARTS EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND The Wooden Horse Arts Guild Arts Education Committee announcesthe Spring Scholarship Round for the Camilla Mead Arts EducationScholarship Fund. Applications for the spring round of up to $500 will beaccepted beginning March 1. The round will be closed to applicants on May1. The scholarship application and all information is available online atwww.woodenhorsearts.com/scholarship.shtml or seeblog.woodenhorsearts.com. For more information, call 988-4300.

HOST FAMILIES NEEDED IN HARDWICK The Chinese Cultural Camp is back! Somewhere between July 20and August 10, there will be 30 high school students from China coming tolearn about our culture. The cultural camp will be held at Hazen Union inHardwick. Chinese students will be here approximately 11 days.Requirements include transporting students to and from school onweekdays, providing two meals a day, providing an adequate sleepingsetup, and enjoying the opportunity for cultural exchange. There is astipend for hosting. For more information or to participate, contact AnnaCrytzer at [email protected] or call 525-4292.

HOW TO ACCESS LOCALLY GROWN FOOD Pam Kennedy, community mentor from NOFA for Orleans andCaledonia counties, is planning informational sessions to let folks knowhow to access locally grown and processed foods. Please [email protected] or 525-9725 to let her know about your CSA, farmstand, farmers’ market, or other relevant food business. These sessions willbegin in early April.

LINE DANCING CLASS IN DERBY Learn to line dance with Mo Profera at The Rec, located at Coutts-Moriarty 4-H Camp in Derby on Tuesdays through April 11, from 2 to 3 p.m.No experience necessary, but pre-registration is required. Call 766-5560 toregister or for more information.

AARP TAX AIDE PROGRAM Free tax returns prepared for taxpayers with low to moderate income,with special attention to those 60 and older, every Wednesday from 8:45a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Goodrich Memorial Library in Newport. Call Chrisat 279-0442. Taxes prepared every Friday in Derby at the Dailey MemorialLibrary from 10:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call the library at 766-5063 for anappointment.

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FOR FUTURE TEACHER The Epsilon Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma International will beawarding a $500 scholarship to a college junior or senior preparing for ateacher license. Student must be a resident of the Northeast Kingdom priorto entering college. Applications available from committee members: JudySherburne, 274-4430; Nancy James, 626-3317; or Lorna Johnson, 673-8262. Deadline for all applications to be received is April 1, 2017.

COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION The Jay Focus Group, a 501c3 nonprofit, is offering an up to $500Community Service Scholarship to a high school senior from OrleansCounty to enhance their future through continued education to assist witheducational costs. Requires previous community service involvement.Application can be found online at www.jayvt.com and must be received onor before May 1, 2017. Winner announced May 15, 2017. [email protected] for more information.

TRIP TO BOSTON WITH BARTON SENIOR CENTER The Barton Senior Center will sponsor a trip to Boston, Salem, andCape Ann on June 8 through 12 for five days, four nights. Trip costs $499per person and includes eight meals and guided tours of Boston, CoastalMass., and Lexington and Concord. There will also be a visit to Salem. Call525-4400 for information and to sign up.

ONGOING EVENTS**PLEASE SUBMIT CORRECTIONS OR DELETIONS IF YOUR LISTINGNEEDS UPDATING TO [email protected]

ADULT LEARNING CENTER FREE SERVICES Northeast Kingdom Learning Services Community Education Centeron 1 Main Street in Newport offers GED preparation and GED testing, HighSchool Completion Plans for teens (16 years and older) and adults,preparation for standardized tests such as the AccuPlacer for CCV or theParaPro for public school teaching; basic computer skills instruction;academic skills assessment in reading, writing and math; and instructionsin most academic disciplines. All adult education services are free ofcharge to the student. The tutorial program offers tutoring services at anhourly rate for grades K-12. The adult learning center is open Mondaythrough Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; tutorial services K-12 arescheduled by appointment. For more information, call 334-2839.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS AA meetings are held in Newport, St. Johnsbury, and most towns inthe Northeast Kingdom. For detailed information call AA at 334-1213 or tollfree at (877) 334-1213, or visit www.aavt.org and click on “District 3.” Alsovisit www.aavt.org and click on “District 3” for a comprehensive schedule.

AL-ANON MEETING IN CRAFTSBURY COMMON Thursdays at 6 p.m., at the United Church in Craftsbury Common.Discussion.

AL-ANON MEETING IN DERBY Saturdays from 6 to 7 p.m., at Newport Church of God, CrawfordRoad in Derby. If your life is affected because someone you love has anaddiction, Al-Anon can help. Offering understanding, support, and acommunity that understands how you feel.

AL-ANON MEETING IN NEWPORT Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church parish house onSecond Street in Newport. Discussion meeting is open to anyone whoselife is affected by someone’s addictions. Newcomers welcome.

ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP For those dealing with family members or friends diagnosed withAlzheimer’s or other related dementia. Informal gathering. All welcome.

NEWPORT – Caregivers support group meets every fourth Tuesdayfrom 6:30 to 8 p.m. at North Country Hospital in Newport, 2nd floor waitingroom (Room 221). For further information, call (800) 272-3900 or [email protected].

ST. JOHNSBURY – Caregivers support group meets last Monday ofeach month at the Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital, room 244, inSt. Johnsbury. For further information, call Pam at the NEK Council onAging at 748-5182, or 1-800-642-5119.

AMERICAN LEGION BARTON POST #76 MEETINGS First Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m., at the Legion Hall in theBarton Memorial Building.

AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY MEETINGS Second Wednesday of every month at 4 p.m., at the Legion Hall inthe Barton Memorial Building. For more information, call Patsy Tompkins at525-6565.

AMERICAN LEGION NEWPORT POOL TOURNAMENT The American Legion in Newport is holding an 8 Ball PoolTournament on Mondays. 6 p.m. practice, 7 p.m. play. Double elimination,BCA rules. 8 players or less, pay two places; 9 players or more, pay threeplaces. For more information, call 334-2374.

AMERICAN RED CROSS ORLEANS VOLUNTEER DISASTER ACTIONTEAM MEETINGS The American Red Cross Orleans Volunteer Disaster Action Team(DAT) meetings are held the third Monday of each month at 6 p.m. in theLegion Hall at the Barton Municipal Building. If interested in volunteering orfor more information, call Mickey Richards at 525-4416.



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BARTON SENIOR CENTER Located downstairs at the Barton Memorial Building. Square dancingeach Tuesday from 1 to 3 p.m.; Breakfast Club meets each Tuesday andThursday at 9 a.m.; Exercise Classes/Tai Chi 9 a.m.; and Growing Strongerclass at 10 a.m. 525-4400, [email protected]

BINGO IN ISLAND POND Bingo is held at the American Legion Post 80 in Island Pond everyMonday night starting at 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. Proceeds benefitthe nonprofit group Brighton Community Relief Fund.

BINGO IN LOWELL Bingo is held every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the St. Ignatius Hall onHazen Notch Road in Lowell. Sponsored by the Troy and Area Lions Club.Progressive jackpot starting at $500. Dinner available.

BOBBIN MILL PLAYERS MUSIC JAM SESSIONS The Bobbin Mill Players will hold music jam sessions everyWednesday morning from 8 to 11 a.m. at the Lowell St. Ignatius ParishHall. Other music events include: First Friday evening of the month at theLowell Fire Station from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; Second Sunday afternoon at theGlover Town Hall from 1 to 4 p.m.; Third Friday evening at the CharlestonElementary School from 6 to 9 p.m., Fourth Friday evening at the DerbyLine Town Hall from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; Fifth Friday evening (when there is afifth Friday) at the Barton Memorial Building from 7 to 10 p.m. (Please note:The Lowell and Derby Line events change to Sunday afternoons duringJanuary, February, and March due to winter weather and short days.) Formore information, call Millie at 334-2598.

BONE BUILDERS BALANCING & STRENGTHENING CLASS An RSVP Bone Builders Balancing and Strengthening Class meetsweekly on Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 p.m. with the Troy and Area LionsClub weekly community mealsite following at noon. Located at theWestfield Community Center on North Hill Road. For more information, call744-2484.

BRIDGE LEAGUES IN BARTON & NEWPORT BARTON: Meets Mondays at 12:30 p.m. at the Barton ChambersApartments. Come with a partner. NEWPORT: Meets Wednesdays at 1 p.m. at the Gateway Center.Everyone must come with a partner. Learner’s Group continuesWednesday mornings at 10 a.m. at the library in Newport, and all arewelcome to drop in. For more information, contact Pat Hunt [email protected].

CCV JOB HUNT HELPER TO OFFER CAREER SERVICES Community College of Vermont (CCV) Job Hunt Helper Amber Minnieis available at the Goodrich Memorial Library in Newport for six hours aweek to offer career services to library patrons and job seekers. Findemployment opportunities in the area, write a resumé and cover letter,apply for jobs online, assess skills and interests, use the Internet to explorecareer opportunities, and learn about education and training programs. Ms.Minnie will be available on Mondays from 10 a.m. to noon, Wednesdaysfrom 3 to 5 p.m., and Fridays from 4 to 6 p.m. For more information, call334-7902.

COMMUNITY MEAL IN NEWPORT A free Community Meal will be held the third Thursday of every monthat noon, at the United Church of Newport on Third Street. All welcome.

CORNUCOPIA COMMUNITY/SENIOR MEAL IN NEWPORT Cornucopia Community/Senior Meal will be served every Friday fromnoon to 1 p.m. at Cornucopia, 125 Main Street, #3 (rear door entrance offparking lot between Coventry and Center Streets). Come at 11 a.m. forcards, board games, or just to socialize and make new friends. Communitymembers of all ages are invited to enjoy a warm, well balanced mealprepared by Cornucopia Culinary Trainees. For more information, contactCornucopia at 487-9380.

COUNTRY ACOUSTIC JAM IN BURKE There will be a Country Acoustic Jam held every third Sunday of themonth from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Burke Community Building. Everyone withspecial musical or singing talents are encouraged to participate. Come tolisten or join in on the fun. $3 donation at the door. Door prizes and 50/50raffle. All proceeds benefit the Burke Senior Meal Site. Snacks andbeverages available. For more information, call Therese Stone at 525-3412or the Senior Meal Site at 467-3423 or the Town Office at 467-3717.

CPR & FIRST AID CLASSES OFFERED BY BARTON AMBULANCESQUAD Barton Ambulance Squad is still offering CPR and First Aid classesfor the public. Classes are taught by certified instructors who make classesfun while giving you knowledge and skills you may need to save a life oneday. Four instructors are available so a large class is possible, but notnecessary. They also work one-on-one. For prices and more informationcall 525-3637.

CRAFTSBURY COMMUNITY SUPPERS Members of the United Church of Craftsbury in Craftsbury Commonwill offer free evening suppers on the third Wednesday of each month at 6p.m. Open to all. Donations appreciated but not required. For moreinformation, call 586-8028.

DANCE AT BEEBE TOWN HALL Come dance with us at the Beebe Town Hall in Beebe, Quebec,every Saturday from 7 to 11 p.m. Country western band. Light supper anddoor prizes. For more information, call (819) 876-2021.

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP MEETING The Diabetes Support Group will meet on the third Thursday of everymonth from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the meeting room at North Country Hospital inNewport. For more information or to confirm your presence, call BarbaraGrant at 334-4155.

DO DROP IN MEAL SITE IN NEWPORT CENTER The Do Drop In Meal Site at the Newport Center Fire Department onCross Road is open on Mondays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Games playedbefore lunch, lunch at noon, bingo played after. For more information orreservations, call 334-6443.

EXPERIMENTAL AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION The EAA meets every first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at theCaledonia County Airport in Lyndonville. All are welcome to attend. All thatyou need is an interest in aviation. Each meeting begins with a shortbusiness session where we discuss the minutes and reports from ourchapter’s previous meeting, plus our past and future events. We then moveon to something educational, such as aircraft maintenance, safety,members’ projects, or speakers and documentary movies from EAAHeadquarters in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

FIRST STEPS WOMEN’S GROUP Meets on Fridays at 9:30 a.m., at 55 Seymour Lane, in theCommunity Justice living room. A warm, safe place where women can findsupport for facing challenges and learn some new strategies for addressinglife’s complications and problems. All welcome. No qualifications or criteria.

GRANDPARENTS ’N’ KIN RAISING “GRAND” KIDS Meets second Wednesday of the month from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. atNorth Country Career Center, 209 Veterans Avenue, room 380, in Newport.For more information and to notify of your attendance, contact group leaderAngela Blais at Head Start/Early Head Start by leaving a message at 525-3362, extension 201. Dinner provided. Childcare provided upon request.

“GROWING STRONGER” STRENGTH CLASSES FOR 40+ Sponsored by the NEK Council on Aging. Meets at the Church of Godon Crawford Road in Derby on Mondays & Thursdays from 2 to 3 p.m. CallJenny at 748-5182 for more info or visit www.nekcouncil.org.

“GROW YOUR OWN” GATHERINGS IN HARDWICK Grow Your Own (GYO) gatherings will be held at the Center for anAgricultural Economy (CAE) in Hardwick from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. onthe first Saturday of each month and will include a shared meal. For moreinformation and to reserve a spot, contact Ms. Dale-Brown at 472-5940 ore-mail [email protected], or Bethany Dunbar at 472-5362,extension 214, or [email protected].

IMMUNIZATION CLINIC IN NEWPORT Fourth Tuesday of every month from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Departmentof Health in Emory Hebard State Office Building at 100 Main Street, Suite220, in Newport. Free. Walk in or call for an appointment at 334-4386. Allchildhood vaccinations are offered. Adult immunizations included are:Hepatitis A and B, Pneumococcal, TDaP, Tetanus, and Measles.

JAY COMMUNITY RECREATIONAL CENTRE Located on Cross Road in Jay. Open to all area residents and visitorsfor free cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and hiking in the winter, andmountain biking, hiking, and walking in the summer. Link to site map atwww.jayvt.com and topofvt.com under discover/map. Site maps availablelocally in Jay and at Jay Town Clerk’s Office. User guidelines: Please leaveno trace in this special place. Pack it in, pack it out. Leash your dog, burydog waste away from trails. Respect other users. No motorized vehicles.No fires of any kind. As this is a big hunting area, it is advisable to wearorange. Enjoy at your own risk!

JAY/WESTFIELD RSVP BONE BUILDER CLASSES RSVP Bone Builders Balance & Strengthening classes are beingoffered twice a week through RSVP volunteers: at Jay Community Centeron Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., and at Westfield Community Centeron Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. These are free exercise classes toprevent or reverse osteoporosis. Weights provided. For more information,contact Teresa at (617) 413-3898 or [email protected].

JOURNEY TO RECOVERY COMMUNITY CENTER Located at 58 Third Street in Newport. Making Recovery Easier meetsTuesdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Art Group meets Tuesdays from 2:30 to 4p.m. All Recovery meets Thursdays from 2 to 3 p.m. For more information, e-mail Kathlene Douglass at [email protected].

LINE DANCING IN WEST BURKE Line dancing is held in West Burke at the meal site on the first andthird Wednesdays of each month from 1 to 3 p.m. Everyone welcome. $3donation. For more information, call Therese Stone at 525-3412.

LINE DANCING IN TROY Line dancing classes for exercise and enjoyment are held everyWednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Catholic Church Parish Hall, 130 SouthPleasant Street, in North Troy. No partner needed and all levels ofexperience are welcome. If you can count to four, you can line dance! $5per person. For more information, call Pat Sanders at 988-4193.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS MEETING IN NEWPORT Narcotics Anonymous meetings are on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7p.m. On Tuesday the location is North Country Hospital located at 189Proutry Drive in Newport in the surgery waiting room on the main floor ofthe hospital. On Thursday the location is The Church of God at 295Crawford Road in Derby. Enter through the main front doors of the church.For more information, call 895-4757.

NEK CAMERA CLUB The NEK Camera Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month atthe Cobleigh Public Library on Main Street in Lyndonville from 6 to 8 p.m.This is an amateur photography club. For more information, call Casey at754-2616.

NEK MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SUPPORT GROUP The NEK Multiple Sclerosis Support Group will meet the firstWednesday of the month from 9:30 a.m. to noon, at North Country Hospitalin the meeting room next to the library. For more information, call Stella at766-0103.

NEWPORT AREA COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA The Newport Area Community Orchestra has openings for oboe,violin, viola, cello and string bass. We are a growing and well-establishedcommunity orchestra located in the NEK of Vermont. The orchestra playstwo concerts each year, one in the fall and one in the spring. For moreinformation, please contact us at 766-3021 orwww.newportareacommunityorchestra.org. Rehearsals are on Tuesdayevenings from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the First Universalist Parish in DerbyLine.

NORTH COUNTRY QUILTERS Regular monthly meetings are held the first Tuesday of every monthat 6:30 p.m., at the Church of God on Crawford Road in Derby. Newmembers are welcome.

NORTHEAST KINGDOM COMMUNITY ACTION ASSISTANCE Available to help with forms, photocopies, faxes, phone assistance,fuel/electrical assistance, food shelf and commodities, Farm to Familycoupons, holiday meals, seed packets, housing, temporary shelter, housingadvocacy, and 3Squares applications. NEWPORT: 70 Main St., Newport, VT 05855. 334-7316. Hours:Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ISLAND POND: 70 Cross St., Island Pond, VT 05846. 723-6425.Hours: Tuesday 10 a.m. to noon. ST. JOHNSBURY: 115 Lincoln St., St. Johnsbury, VT 05819. 748-6040. Hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

OSTEOPOROSIS EDUCATION & SUPPORT GROUP The National Osteoporosis Foundation Better Bones of the NortheastKingdom group meets on the first Saturday of most months, at 1 p.m., inthe Community Room at the Community National Bank in Derby (accessedfrom Crawford Road). Free and open to the public. All welcome.Refreshments. Learn from a variety of guest speakers and medicalspecialists. To register or for more information, contact Mary King, RN,BSN, at 535-2011 or [email protected], or visitwww.BetterBonesNEK.org.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETING Overeaters Anonymous (OA) offers a 12-step program of recovery forthe physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of compulsive eating. Derbymeeting Saturdays from 10 to 11 a.m., at Derby Community National Banktraining center on Crawford Road (behind the bank). Big Book studymeeting follows from 11:15 a.m. to noon. For more information, call 673-5621.

PLAY WORLD & NEKCA PLAYGROUP IN BARTON Play World, sponsored by Building Bright Futures, and NEKCABarton Early Head Start Playgroup, is held Fridays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.at the Central Orleans Family Education Center (COFEC) in Barton. Formore information, call 525-6291.

SENIOR DINING AT DERBY ELKS CLUB Derby Senior Meals are held at noon every second Thursday at theElks Lodge #2155 on the Newport-Derby Road in Derby. By donation. Formore information, call the Northeast Kingdom Council on Aging’s nutritioncoordinators Jenny Patoine or Lallie Mambourg at 748-5182.

SENIOR DINING IN GLOVER Lunch is served at noon on Mondays and Tuesdays on the lowerlevel of the Glover Town Hall, 3018 Glover Street. Suggested donation byseniors is $3.50; for those younger than 60, $5. For more information, callthe NEK Council on Aging’s Nutrition Coordinator Lallie Mambourg at 1-800-642-5119.

SOUPER LUNCH AT ST. MARK’S IN NEWPORT St. Mark’s Episcopal Church on Second Street in Newport holds afree community Souper Lunch from noon to 1 p.m. on the last Tuesday ofevery month. All are welcome.

SQUARE DANCING IN BARTON Square dancing will be held every Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m. at theBarton Senior Center. Judy Clifford will be the caller/instructor. Call 525-4400 for more information.

STAMP CLUB IN NEWPORT The Memphremagog Stamp Club meets on the second and fourthThursdays of every month from 7 to 9 p.m. at CALLICO, 326 Bluff Road,Newport. All stamp collecting interests are welcome. For more information,call 334-6001. SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE SUPPORT GROUP Third Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Faith Lighthouse Church on Route105 in Newport (105 Alderbrook). A support group for those who have lostsomeone to suicide and wish to have a safe place to talk, share, and spenda little time with others who have had a similar experience.

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TAI CHI CLASS A Tai Chi Class (Bagua meditation) will be offered on Mondays,Wednesdays, and Fridays from 6 to 7 p.m. Call Marc Bourdelle at 525-1234 for locations and more information.

TAI CHI IN BARTON Leader Brenda Lowther is teaching Tai Chi for Arthritis and FallsPrevention at the Barton Senior Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9a.m. The Arthritis Foundation Thai Chi Program, developed by Dr. PaulLam, uses gentle Sun-style Tai Chi routines that are safe, easy to learn,and suitable for every fitness level. For more information, call 525-4400.

TOPS MEETING AT BARTON LIBRARY TOPS VT #82 Barton meets every Monday at Barton Public Library. Afun, informative way to learn how to take off pounds sensibly. Weigh-ins, 5 to5:45 p.m.; meetings, 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. For further information, call 525-3685.

TOPS MEETING AT ISLAND POND PUBLIC LIBRARY TOPS VT #135 Island Pond meets every Monday at Island PondPublic Library. Weigh-ins from 4:30 to 4:45 p.m.; meeting from 4:45 to 5:30p.m. For further information, call Bev at 723-5907 or [email protected].

VAN SERVICE FROM WESTMORE TO BARTON Every first and third Tuesday of each month there will be van servicefrom Westmore to Barton. 10:30 a.m. pickup at the old Town Clerk’s office;1:30 p.m. return trip to Westmore. Free to residents age 60 or older. Formore information, call Mary at 525-4128 or the Area Agency on Aging at334-2190.

VAN SERVICE TO SENIOR MEALS IN BARTON Every Thursday there is van service to senior meals in Barton. Thepickup schedule is as follows: 11:25 a.m., Mountain View Apartments;11:30 a.m., Congress Court; 11:35 a.m., Monitor Manor; 11:40 a.m.,Hillcrest; 11:45 a.m., Memorial Building; 11:50 a.m., Park Street trailer park.For more information, call Brenda Sargent at 525-4400.

WEDNESDAY POETS Wednesday Poets, a poetry writing workshop, will continue for itsfourth season at 6:30 p.m. at the Barton Public Library on Wednesdays.Weekly sessions run until 8:30 p.m. This workshop features writing andsharing (or not) in a relaxed and supportive space. Veteran and beginningpoets make up the group; no prior experience is required. Materials andrefreshments provided. For more information, call Adrien Helm at 525-3740.

WESTFIELD COMMUNITY MEAL SITE Every Thursday at noon at the Westfield Community Center (NorthHill Road/School St.). Suggested donation $4 with the 2nd Thursday of themonth free. Free RSVP Bone Builders Balancing and Strengthening Classmeets weekly before the meal from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Following lunch,join the fun and play Bingo! Sponsored by the Troy and Area Lions Club.For more information, call 744-2484.

Wii BOWLING IN WEST BURKE Wii Bowling is held in West Burke at the The Meal Site on the secondand fourth Wednesdays of each month from 1 to 3 p.m. Everyonewelcome. By donation. For more information, call Therese Stone at 525-3412 or 467-3423.

LIBRARY ACTIVITIES**PLEASE SUBMIT CORRECTIONS OR DELETIONS IF YOUR LISTINGNEEDS UPDATING TO [email protected]

ALBANY TOWN LIBRARY Located on Route 14 in the back of Albany Town Hall on Main Street.Open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 to 4:30 p.m. For more information,call 755-6107.

BARTON PUBLIC LIBRARY 100 Church Street, Barton. Open Mondays from 1–7 p.m.,Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon and 1–7 p.m., Fridays from 1–7 p.m.Friday Afternoon Classic Movies, Friday Night Movies. Scrabbleplayers meet on the first and third Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. AfterschoolStory Hour on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. throughout the school year.

COBLEIGH PUBLIC LIBRARY 70 Depot Street, Lyndonville. Hours: Monday, noon–5 p.m.; Tuesdayand Thursday, noon–7 p.m.; Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.;Saturday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. For further information and programs, call thelibrary at 626-5475. www.cobleighlibrary.org

CRAFTSBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY Church Lane, Craftsbury Common. [email protected]. www.craftsburypubliclibrary.org. Hours:Tuesday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; Wednesday, 9 a.m.–noon; Thursday, 2–6 p.m.;Friday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.–noon; and Sunday, 11 a.m.–1p.m. Friday Story Time: 10 a.m., up to age 6. Friday Lego Club forchildren 5 to 12 years old, 3–4:30 p.m. Story Hour: for children birth to 5years and families on Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

DAILEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY 101 Junior High Drive, Derby Center. Hours: Tuesday and Friday, 10a.m.–6 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; and Saturday, 10a.m.–3 p.m. Preschool Story Time: Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Family MovieNight: Third Friday of the month at 6 p.m. Board of Trustees Meeting:Last Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. For more information, call thelibrary at 766-5063, visit www.daileymemoriallibrary.org or check Facebookpage.

GLOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY 51 Bean Hill Road, Glover. 525-6524 or 525-4365.www.gloverlibrary.org. Hours: Monday through Thursday, 1–6 p.m.;Saturday 10 a.m.–noon. Story Hour: Fridays at 10 a.m. Cook & A BookDiscussion: Call for book and date. Children’s literature discussiongroup for adults: Call to sign up. Arm Chair Chats meets the thirdThursday of each month at 7 p.m. For more information, call librarycoordinator Toni Eubanks at 525-4365.

GOODRICH MEMORIAL LIBRARY 202 Main Street, Newport. 334-7902. www.goodrichlibrary.org. Hours:Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Board of Trustees meeting monthly, Tuesdays at 2 p.m. Book discussiongroup held third Thursday of each month at 1 p.m. Chess Club meetingsheld each Thursday at 3:30 p.m. Job Hunt Helper from CCV is availableMondays from 10 a.m. to noon, Wednesdays from 3 to 5 p.m., and Fridaysfrom 4 to 6 p.m.

GREENSBORO FREE LIBRARY 53 Wilson Street, Greensboro. [email protected], www.greensborofreelibrary.org LibrarianMary Metcalf. Hours: Sundays 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; closed Mondays;Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; closed Wednesdays; Thursdays andFridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. StoryHour for Children: at Four Seasons Learning, Fridays at 10 a.m.; StoryTime for ages 0-6 every Thursday at 10 a.m.; and for ages 6-12 everyTuesday at 10 a.m.

HASKELL FREE LIBRARY 93 Caswell Avenue, Derby Line. 873-3022. Open Tuesdays,Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursdays from 9 a.m. to6 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Board of Trustees meets thethird Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Toddler Time is Thursdays andFridays at 9:45 a.m. Book Club meets the second Tuesday of the month at6:30 p.m. Scrabble is played Saturdays at 1 p.m. Bring a game if you haveone. For more information, call Nancy at 873-3022, extension 201, online athaskellopera.com/library-activities, or find us on Facebook.

HITCHCOCK MEMORIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM 1252 VT Route 100, Westfield. 744-2484. Hours: Tuesday &Thursday 1-5 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (Sept. through May). Visit theHitchcock Museum/Library page at www.westfield.vt.gov and on Facebookat Town of Westfield, Vermont for up-to-date activity listings.

ISLAND POND PUBLIC LIBRARYMain Street. Hours: Tuesday, 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; Wednesday, 2–6 p.m.,

Thursday, 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m.–2p.m. Story Time every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. For further information, call723-6134 or look on Facebook.

JEUDEVINE MEMORIAL LIBRARY 93 North Main Street; P.O. Box 536, Hardwick. 472-5948.www.jeudevinememoriallibrary.org. Hours: Monday and Wednesday, 1–7p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, 1–5 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; andSaturday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.; closed Sunday. All programs are free and opento the public. For more information, please call the library at 472-5948 orvisit jeudevinememoriallibrary.org

JOHN WOODRUFF SIMPSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY 1972 East Craftsbury Road, East Craftsbury. 586-9692. OpenSunday, noon–1 p.m.; Wednesday and Saturday, 9 a.m.–noon, 2–5 p.m.

JONES MEMORIAL LIBRARY 1 Water Street, Orleans. 754-6660. Hours: Monday, 10 a.m.– 8 p.m.;Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.Closed Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Handicapped accessible. StoryTime: Mondays at 10:30 a.m. Board Meetings: 3:30 p.m. on the secondMonday of every month. Computer tutorials: available by appointment.

LEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY Irasburg. 754-2526. Hours: Monday, 3–8 p.m.; Wednesday andThursday, 3–6 p.m.; and Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Story Hour forpreschoolers and home schoolers Fridays at 10 a.m., through May 31when school is in session.

RAND MEMORIAL LIBRARY 160 Railroad Street, North Troy. Hours: Monday and Tuesday 3–7p.m., Wednesday 1–5 p.m., Thursday and Friday 8 a.m.–12 p.m. Find uson Facebook under www.facebook.com/William-H-Lucy-F-Rand-Memorial-Library.

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1171 Main Street, St. Johnsbury. 748-8291. www.stjathenaeum.org.Story Time (Acorn Club): Fridays at 10:30 a.m., ages 0 to 6, children’sLibrary. First Wednesday Series. Scrabble Club: First Saturday of eachmonth from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Readings in the Gallery.

WEST BURKE PUBLIC LIBRARY 135 Main Street (5A), next to the park. Hours: Saturday 1-4 p.m. Forfurther information, call (201) 519-3633.www.westburkepubliclibrary.wordpress.com or on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/westburkelibrary.

ART GALLERIES,HISTORICAL SOCIETIES & MUSEUMS**PLEASE SUBMIT CORRECTIONS OR DELETIONS IF YOUR LISTINGNEEDS UPDATING TO [email protected]

ALBANY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM The Albany Historical Society is located in the old village school onRoute 14 across from the Methodist Church, and is open by appointment.Contact Jim Oliver at [email protected], or Paul Daniels at the DiamondHeart Farm in East Albany for an appointment.

ARTFUL EYE A unique St. Johnsbury Gallery. 443 Railroad Street, St. Johnsbury.424-1414. www.theartfuleye.com. Open Monday through Saturday, 10a.m.–6 p.m. Open Sunday by chance. Come explore 4,500 sq. ft. of locallycrafted fine art and artisan craft.

BREAD AND PUPPET MUSEUM One of the largest collections of some of the biggest puppets in theworld. 753 Heights Rd. (Route 122), Glover (off Route 16 and I-91 S, exits24/25). Closed for the season. For more information, please visitwww.breadandpuppet.org or call 525-3031.

BROWN LIBRARY GALLERY At Sterling College, Craftsbury Common. 586-7711, extension 129.Open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Exhibit Plowing Old Ground.For more information, visit www.VermontArtHouse.org/openings or call 586-2200.




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CATAMOUNT ARTS CENTER 115 Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury. Masonic Temple building. 748-2600. www.catamountarts.org. Open Monday through Friday, 1–6 p.m. andbefore and after each movie screening. Gallery is always open to the publicfree of charge.

CHARLESTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY For more information, call 723-4833 or 895-2901.

CHUCK GUEST GALLERY Featuring over 130 paintings of abstract imagery. Located at 205Vermont Route 114 in East Burke. Open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to5 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call 626-9011 or visit www.chuckguest.com.

COLBY CURTIS MUSEUM & STANSTEAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY 535 Dufferin Street, Stanstead, Quebec. 1-819-876-7322. Twoexhibitions: Remembering our Soldiers of the Great War and RuralMedicine in Stanstead County.

CRAFTSBURY COMMUNITY CARE CENTER GALLERY 1784 East Craftsbury Road, East Craftsbury. 586-2414.www.craftsburycommunitycarecenter.org.

CRAFTSBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Babcock House Museum, Craftsbury Common. Open Wednesdaysand Saturdays from 10 a.m.–noon.

CRYSTAL LAKE FALLS HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION & BARTONMUSEUM Located at the Pierce House on Water Street in Barton, open latespring through fall. Brick Kingdom Park open daylight hours year-round.

FAIRBANKS MUSEUM 1302 Main Street, St. Johnsbury. 748-2372.www.fairbanksmuseum.org. Open seven days, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

GLOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM Bean Hill Road in Glover, second floor in Municipal Building.www.gloverhistoricalsociety.org. Open by appointment only: Call Joan at525-6212 or Randy or Betsy at 525-4051.

GRACE GALLERY Old Firehouse, 59 Mill Street, downtown Hardwick. 472-6857.www.graceart.org. Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m.–4p.m. Community Workshops are held weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday,and Thursday, and are open to all community members. An exhibit ofpaintings by Vermont artist Merrill Densmore is on display and open to thepublic Tuesdays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. throughFebruary 23.

GREENSBORO HISTORICAL SOCIETY 29 Breezy Avenue, Greensboro. 533-2457.www.greensborohistoricalsociety.org. Open Tues., Wed., and Thurs. from10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. Check out our powerful new tool forresearching Greensboro families stored in our archives! PermanentExhibit: Hill Homestead: The Story of Greensboro: Faces of Our Town hasbeen updated and displays tools and ledgers, kitchen gadgets, and farmimplements, and parlor furniture from the 19th century.

LOOKING GLASS MUSEUM AT CLAN OF THE HAWK The Looking Glass Museum is located on the grounds of the Clan ofthe Hawk off Route 58 in Evansville. Free admittance. This is a museumdedicated to the local Native American groups. For more information, call754-2817 or e-mail [email protected].

MAC CENTER FOR THE ARTS 158 Main Street, Newport. 334-1966. Hours: Monday throughSaturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Over 45 Vermont visual artists andhandcrafters offer their work in the 2,000+ square foot gallery. MAC Centerfor the Arts also offers special events, exhibits, musical performances, andclasses/workshops for adults and children. Visitwww.memphremagogartscollaborative.com.

MEMPHREMAGOG HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF NEWPORT Second floor of Emory Hebard State Office Building, Main Street,Newport. Open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. ShowcasingNewport’s forever changing history and landmarks.

MILLER’S THUMB GALLERY 14 Breezy Ave., Greensboro. 533-2045 [email protected].

NATIVE AMERICAN MUSEUM (NATIVE CULTURAL SOCIETY, INC.) 56 Church Street in Newport Center. 334-6770. Open from 11 a.m.–6:30 p.m., closed Mondays. No admission fee.

NEWPORT NATURAL CAFÉ GALLERY 194 Main Street, Newport. 334-2626. Monday through Saturday, 8a.m.–8 p.m., and Sundays from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. On display are a fewwatercolor and ink drawings depicting the Vermont river by the self taughtartist Olga Lawson.

NORTHEAST KINGDOM ARTISANS GUILD (BACKROOM GALLERY) 430 Railroad Street, St. Johnsbury. 748-0158.www.nekartisansguild.com. Hours: Open Monday through Saturday, 10:30a.m. to 5:30 p.m. “Ordinary Saints,” an exhibition of traditionally craftedstained glass and painted works uniquely imagined by Kathy Chapman, willbe on display through February 25.




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OLD STONE HOUSE MUSEUM (ORLEANS COUNTY HISTORICALSOCIETY) 109 Old Stone House Road, Brownington. [email protected]. www.oldstonehousemuseum.org.Museum is closed until May 15, but the Alexander Twilight Visitors’ Centerand gift shop are open year-round, Wednesday–Sunday, 11 a.m.– 5 p.m.Closed Monday and Tuesday. Craft Circles (all welcome!): Spinner’s Circle meets the thirdWednesday of every month from noon to 4 p.m. (bring lunch). Quilter’scircle meets the fourth Wednesday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m.

PARKER PIE GALLERY West Glover Village. Exhibiting works by local artists. Newphotographs by Kent Shaw on display until April 11.

PARSON’S CORNER Parson’s Corner Restaurant in Barton exhibits artwork by local artists.Changes monthly. Open every day until 2 p.m. except Tuesdays.

PEACHAM CORNER GUILD The Peacham Corner Guild is open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., closedTuesdays. The guild features small antiques, fine handcrafted gifts andspecialty foods. Located at 643 Bayley Hazen Road in Peacham. 802-592-3332

PLEASANT VALLEY ART GALLERY 146 White Road, Irasburg. 754-2000. Open Saturdays and Sundaysfrom 10 a.m. to 4 p.m or call for an appointment anytime.

ROWE DESIGNS CUSTOM PICTURE FRAMING & GALLERY 287 East Main Street, Newport. Open Tuesday through Thursday, 10a.m.–5:30 p.m., Friday 10 a.m.–5 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m.–noon.Featuring wood carvings by Al Diem, scenic and nature photography byRobert Lyons and Gustav Verderber, Bella Doni Pottery, EdgewaterJewelry, original art by John Rowe, Elry Maze, Deb Cowan, Pat Lipinsky.

ST. JOHNSBURY ATHENAEUM GALLERY 1171 Main Street, St. Johnsbury. 748-8291. www.stjathenaeum.org.Open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.The Art Gallery at the Athenaeum contains one of America’s uniquecollections of 19th century American paintings. Admission fees: $8 foradults; free for age 12 and under, St. Johnsbury residents, and nonresidentpatrons. Second floor gallery features exhibits by local artists.

THE 99 GALLERY AND CENTER The 99 Gallery and Center on School Street behind 316 Main Streetin downtown Newport. Work by Seattle surrealist Donald Peel andNortheast Kingdom artists, free classes, movies and community events.Open most afternoons till 5 p.m. 323-7759. Whimsical sculptures anddrawings by Newport’s Manfred Rieder now on display.

THE ART HOUSE GALLERY 67 South Craftsbury Road, Craftsbury. Open Wednesday throughSaturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 9 a.m. to noon. 586-2200.www.vermontarthouse.org.

THE THIRD FLOOR GALLERY Hardwick Inn, 4 South Main Street, Hardwick. Call 472-9933 forinformation.

THE MUSEUM OF EVERYDAY LIFE 3482 Dry Pond Road (Route 16) in Glover (short distance south ofShadow Lake Road). Clare Dolan: 626-4409.www.museumofeverydaylife.org. New Exhibit: “Dust” on display now.Admission by donation. Self-service museum, open every day from 8 a.m.to 8 p.m.

THE VIEUX FORGERON ART GALLERY 240a Dufferin St., Stanstead, Quebec. All are welcome! Hours:Thurs.–Sun. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. www.levieuxforgeron.com

WHITE WATER GALLERY 5 River Street by the bridge, East Hardwick Village. Open Sundaysfrom 11 a.m.–3 p.m. or by appointment. Call Watergate at 563-2037.http://whitewatergallery.blogspot.com.

WOODEN HORSE ARTS GUILD (WHAG) P.O. Box 502, North Troy 05859. 988-4300.www.woodenhorsearts.com. Wooden Horse Arts Guild is a 501c3charitable organization composed of artists, crafters, writers,photographers, and musicians who live and work throughout Vermont andbeyond. They support and encourage artistic excellence in the literary,visual, and performing arts. Their virtual gallery gives members anindividual web page on www.woodenhorsearts.com. To read the news ofmembers and arts around the area, visit http://blog.woodenhorsearts.comand Like them on Facebook.

YE OLD BLACKSMITH ART GALLERY 240 A Dufferin, Stanstead, Quebec. (819) 876-2282. Open Thursdaythrough Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. In the heart of Rock Island in thehistorical Ye Olde Blacksmith overlooking the Tomifobia River. Thishistorical blacksmith shop is now a cozy gallery featuring a variety of worksfrom numerous local artists.


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TOTAL SECURITY- Keys, locks & safes. Freeestimates. Ken or Adam Johnson at 754-8417.E-mail [email protected], website:www.totalsecurityvt.com. Ex. 12/20

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SAVE ELECTRICITY- Sturdy clothes drying racks,free standing, old-fashioned style, though stronger,foldable. Handcrafted by the Cook family. 802-754-8412. Ex. 3/22

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SELLING YOUR HOME?- Most home searches beginonline. Within minutes, potential buyers will identifyand eliminate which properties they will choose tovisit. Make the most important first impression withquality interior & exterior pictures. $75. Karen Tyler,819-876-2106. Ex. 2/22

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APPROX. 2,000 SQ. FT.- retail showroom space forlease. Main Street frontage, more space availableper needs. Call 802-356-5794 for details. Quiteflexible. Mark. Ex. 2/22

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BARTON- 2 bedroom, 1 bath duplex. $725/month,plus deposit. Includes electric, trash pickup and lawnmaintenance. 281-468-9082. Ex. 3/1

FOR RENT, HARDWICK- Two, 2 bedroom renovatedapartments. Fully furnished & heated, in a greatlocation. $800 second floor, $825 ground floor. First& last month, plus security deposit. Call Ron, 802-586-9642 or cell 802-472-6425. Come see andcompare. Ex. 3/8

COVENTRY- Very nice, quiet, energy-efficient 1bedroom, 1 bath, upstairs apartment. Private garagewith access to apartment. Refrigerator, stove, water,lawn maintenance, trash removal, snow removal andwasher/dryer hookup. Plenty of storage. No smokingand no pets. $800/month plus electric and propaneheat. Application with references and first, last, andsecurity deposit required. 281-733-1200 or [email protected]. Ex. 3/1

LOOKING FOR A ROOMMATE- country setting, toshare expenses. Private room, $800 a month &negotiable small friendly dog acceptable. Callanytime, ask for Cindy 802-723-4340, 802-424-6300. Ex. 3/1


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1997 PONTIAC SUNFIRE GT- for sale. 5 speed,black, 80,000 miles, $999 OBO. Call anytime, 802-723-4340 or 802-424-6300. Ask for Cindy. Ex. 3/1

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6’ CEDAR POSTS- sharpened. Call for prices,delivery available. 802-754-2915, 802-673-5241.Ex. 4/12

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NASCAR COLLECTION- Dale Earnhardt Jr. 1/24scale cars, 74 #8, 32 #88, some color chrome, all inoriginal boxes. Plus 27 Johnny Lightning cars. Pinegun cabinet, holds 6 guns with drawer, $125. 2place enclosed Flo Ski-doo trailer in excellentcondition, asking $975. 323-3320. Ex. 2/22

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OLD LICENSE PLATES WANTED- Also paperregistrations, driver’s licenses, pre-1920 by seriouscollector. Cash buyer. Conrad Hughson, Box 1,Putney, VT 05346. [email protected]. 802-387-4498. Ex. 3/8

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POPE MEMORIAL- Frontier Animal Shelter has lotsof wonderful cats, kittens, dogs & puppies ready foradoption. Adoption fee includes shots, worming,spay/neuter, complete vet health check & leukemiatesting. Call 754-2228 or visitwww.frontieranimalsociety.com.

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ORGANIC GRASS- 9x150 Ag bags, first & secondcrop. Non-organic grass, 9x150 Ag bags, first andsecond crop. 334-6426. Ex. 3/29

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Poet Charles Bukowski once wrote, “Staywith the beer.” And that is exactly what theSchool of the New American Farmstead atSterling College is doing. The school is offering anew session of its popular course Small BatchBrewing for those who not only wish to stay withbeer, but make their own craft beer while beingmentored by craft brewing experts includingmaster brewer Anders Kissmeyer of RoyalUnibrew and Jan Paul of Svaneke Bryghus, andfeaturing a one-day master class with Shaun Hillof Hill Farmstead Brewery.

Mr. Kissmeyer and Mr. Paul, internationallyacclaimed brewing experts, will lead students in ahands-on, two-week summer course. During theclass, held July 24 through August 4, 2017,students will have hands-on sessions in rawmaterials, yeast, malting, brewing, fermentation,barrel aging, bottle conditioning, cold hopping,cask ale, microscopy, and plating. The coursealso incorporates fundamental microbiologicalconcepts, critical safety considerations, beerclassification, beer styles, and sensory evaluation.The capstone to the course will be a single masterclass and brew day with Shaun Hill, the founderof Hill Farmstead Brewery, considered by manyto be among the best breweries in the world.

“What I hope is conveyed to students in this

course is the importance of science and process, inaddition to lineage and place, as a foundation fortheir brewing operations,” said Mr. Hill. “I wantaspiring brewers to leave this course with a self-critical, reflective ability to create beers that areprecise and inspired by their region.”

The classroom will extend beyond SterlingCollege’s campus and Hill Farmstead with fieldtrips to some of the area’s most talked-aboutbreweries, such as The Alchemist and LostNation Brewery.

“The quality and character of a beer is theresult of the passion, philosophy, andmethodology of the brewer behind it,” said Mr.Kissmeyer. “I look forward to having fun, gettingpersonal, and really digging deep into the scienceand techniques of small-batch brewing withstudents.”

“We hope to teach students to produce beerthat is as artful and sustainable as it isdelicious,” said Mr. Paul. “Sterling College is theperfect place to elevate the ecology of brewing andconsider the efficiency of breweries, and explorehow attention to sustainability supports flavordevelopment.”

The class is being offered at Sterling Collegeas part of the School of the New AmericanFarmstead, its continuing education program that

provides a variety of classes and workshops foraspiring agrarians, artisan food enthusiasts, andenvironmental stewards. These hands-on shortcourses in small-scale food production andsustainable farming offer one-on-one mentorship,inspiration, skills, and new perspectives that willfeed the body, the mind, and the spirit.

Online registration is open, but spaces arelimited. Students are encouraged to apply asearly as possible. Academic credit is available forall courses. For information on this course and toregister, visit www.sterlingcollege.edu/brewing.— from Sterling College.

On January 28, the Riverside School Latin Club camein second place out of seven teams at a certamenhosted by the Vermont Junior Classical League at theUniversity of Vermont. A certamen is an academiccompetition that tests knowledge about Latin grammarand classical history and mythology. Pictured areLatin teacher and coach Nathan Gair, seventh-graderPhoebe Barrett from Westmore, and sixth-grader LiamMarkey, from Peacham.

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