Middlebury Parks & Rec Summer Activity Guide

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department

Summer Activity Guide

www.townofmiddlebury.org

Programs, Athletics and Special Events forAdults, Youth and Families

May - August • 2013

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:Mass registration night for all

programs will be:

Tuesday May 21st from 5pm-7pm

Municipal Gymnasium

You may register for programs after this date in the Middlebury Parks and Recreation office if space remains. No program registrations will be accepted before this date with the exception being the May 19th self defense class.

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General InformationMission Statement

The Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department (MPR) shall provide lands, facilities, and services for community members of all ages and all income levels. It shall provide programs for both sport and leisure. The department shall serve as instructor, facilitator, and partner in efforts to promote and improve quality of life for participants. MPR will work with an involved public and business community to provide a healthy and aesthetically pleasing environment with opportunities for cultural growth.

The department should be flexible enough to meet the changing needs and tastes of the community, while finding creative ways to deliver recreation programs and facilities that are affordable to the residents of Middlebury.

Contact UsMiddlebury Parks & Recreation Department Offices

Office Hours:Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Closed Saturday and Sunday and Holidays

Mailing and Physical Address:94 Main Street

Middlebury, VT 05753

Other Contact Info:Phone: (802) 388-8100 x205 or x216

Fax: (802) 388-4364Website: www.townofmiddlebury.org

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Middlebury Parks &Recreation Board

Colby Benjamin – ACT Teen Center RepresentativeMonica Benjamin – Chairwoman

Craig Bingham – Selectboard RepresentativeGreg Boglioli – Member At-Large

Brooke Jette – East Middlebury RepresentativeSarah Lawton – Ilsley Library RepresentativeSusan Shashok – Selectboard Representative

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Staff of Middlebury Parks and Recreation DepartmentTerri Arnold, Director(802) 388-8100 x205

[email protected]

Dustin Hunt, Program Coordinator(802) 388-8100 x 216

[email protected] Pouliot, Grounds & Facilities Supervisor

(802) 771-7251 cell phone

ADVERTISINGThe Addison Independent prints and distributes this publication three times per year. We welcome your

advertisement for a business, program or event in our publication for a fee; please contact us for more specific information. Call the Addison Independent at 388-4944.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICYPrograms may be cancelled in the event of severe weather or power outages. MPR encourages you to do the

following if you have questions:Call: MPR Offices Voice Mail system, 388-8100 ext 216

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REGISTRATION INFO• Advanced registration is required for all programs,

classes or special events, unless otherwise stated under the program information.

• All fees are due at the time of registration, we cannot “hold” a space for anyone without full payment at time of registration.

• All programs have a minimum and maximum enrollment. We request that you register in advance to ensure minimum class requirements are met. We reserve the right to cancel a program if minimum numbers are not reached.

• There is a $25 service fee on all returned checks and/or declined debit and credit cards.

• Please use our program registration form in this guide for all programs unless otherwise indicated. Registration forms are also available on line at www.townofmiddlebury.org

REFUND POLICY• Full refunds will be given for all classes by MPR.• If you need to cancel your registration before the

second session of the program, we will refund you a pro-rated registration fee, minus 10% processing fee, or issue a credit, good for one calendar year, for the full class fee. After the second session is attended, eligibility for a refund is void.

• Please be aware that refund requests may take up to 30 days to process.

• Refunds will not be issued from a credit.• Refunds will not be issued for programs costing $10

or less, unless the program is cancelled by MPR.• One-day programs, trips, or special events are not

covered under this policy (i.e., no refunds or credit available)

• Contracted programs by community instructors have their own guidelines, call for more detailed information.

• Every effort is made to ensure that the information in this guide is accurate. We reserve the right to add, withdraw, or revise programs or events as needed. For more updated information, please visit our website often.

ACCESSIBILITYIndividuals with or without disabilities may register

for all programs offered by MPR provided program safety can be met. The Department provides reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. Contact MPR offices in advance of the program start date to discuss accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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RESERVATIONS-‐ Facilities and Sports Fields

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department requests that all groups planning to use our facilities or fields please notify us in advance by making a reservation. Anyone wishing to make a reservation must complete a facility use application, available in our offices or on-‐line at the Town web site. Facility Use Request Forms are considered on a first come basis, depending on availability. Rental fees may apply. For additional information regarding availability, rates, and reservations, contact the MPR offices at (802) 388-‐8100

Municipal Gymnasium 94 Main St.


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courts

Can be rented Call 388-‐8100

Recreation Warming Hut

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Parking Toilets/Restrooms Semi-‐kitchen; tables & chairs

Can be rented Call 388-‐8100

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Parking Restrooms Children’s Playground; Sports Fields

Middlebury Town Pool 298 Buttolph Drive


Parking Restrooms Outdoor, unheated pool

RESERVATIONS Facilities and Sports Fields

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department requests that all groups planning to use our facilities or fields please notify us in advance by making a reservation. Anyone wishing to make a reservation must complete a facility use application, available in our offices or on-line at the Town website. Facility Use Request Forms are considered on a first-come basis, depending on availability. Rental fees may apply. For additional information regarding availability, rates, and reservations, contact the MPR offices at (802) 388-8100.

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Program Registration Form• Please fill out every field of this form.

• Parent must sign bottom of form if participant is under 18 years of age.• You can put multiple children on each form.

Middlebury Parks & Recreation94 Main St., Middlebury, VT 05753www.middlebury.govoffice.com

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PLEASE PRINT & COMPLETE ENTIRE FORMFamily Last Name: Home Phone:

Parent/Guardian:

Day Phone: Email:

Mailing Address

Emergency Contact: Relationship: Phone:

Program Sess. Sect. Registrant’s Name D.O.B. Sex Grade Age Fee

Box/Street Town State/Zip

Make Checks Payable to: Town Of Middlebury Total Fees: $

RELEASE: I understand that there are risks of physical injury inherent in participating in sports and rec-reational activities. I understand that the Town of Middlebury does not carry health or accident insur-ance for participants of its programs, and strongly advises paticipants to carry adequate coverage for themselves and their family. I am aware of the particular risks involved in the above programs and have considered these risks before registering myself or my child. I hereby release the Town of Middlebury, its employees, and agents from any liability of personal injury, or the loss or damage to personal property which I or my child may experience in connection with activities sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department. I hereby consent to any medical procedures deemed advisable for my child in the event I cannot be reached and my child has sustained an injury. I hereby consent to the use of my or my child’s photo, video, etc. by the department for flyers, presentations, etc. NOTE: All programs are on a first-come, first-served basis. Space may be limited in some programs!

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Middlebury Parks and Recreation2013 Summer Program Start Dates

MayMay 9th- Summer Activity Guide Available

May 15th- Swim Team Registration Night 6-7pm Warming Hut

May 19th- Brave Kids Self Dense Class 2-5pm Municipal Gym

May 21st- Mass Registration 5-7pm Municipal Gym

May 30th and 31st- ACT Clothing Swap- MUHS 11:30am-6pm

June June 3rd- MAC Swim Team Preseason begins- Middlebury College

June 15th- Introduction to Pet First Aid 3-5pm Municipal Gym

June 15th- Pool open for public swimming- Middlebury Town Pool

June 17th- Camp Kookamunga Week 1- Bromley Adventure Park

June 17th- Gymnastics Camp Session 1 Begins- Municipal Gym

June 17th- Tennis Lessons Session 1

June 17th- Zumba Summer Schedule begins

June 17th- MAC Swim Team Regular Season Begins- Midd. Town Pool

June 17th- Junior Golf Camp Session 1- Ralph Myhre Golf Course

June 17th- ACT Teen Day Camp- Teen Center- 94 Main St

June 24th- Camp Kookamunga Session 2- Montshire Museum

June 24th- Swim Lessons Session 1 Begins- Middlebury Town Pool

June 24th- Panther Soccer Camp- Middlebury Recreation Park

June 24th- Junior Golf Camp Session 2-Girls Only- Ralph Myhre Golf Course

June 24th- Tennis Lessons Session 2

July

July 1st- Camp K Session 3- Patriotic Parade and Petra cliffs

July 1st- Tennis Lessons Session 3

July 8th- Camp Kookamunga Session 4- Jay Peak Pumphouse

July 8th- Swim Lessons Session 2- Middlebury Town Pool

July 7th- Festival on the Green begins

July 8th- Gymnastic Camp Session 2- Municipal Gym

July 8th- Junior Golf Camp Session 3- Ralph Myhre Golf Course

July 8th- Tennis Lessons Session 4

July 8th- ACT Teen Day Camp Session 2- Teen Center- 94. Main St

July 10th-July 12th- Sheldon Museum Day Camp Session 1

July 15th- Sportacular- Bowling, Pizza Putt, Lake Monsters Game

July 15th- Junior Golf Camp Session 4- Ralph Myhre Golf Course


July 17th-19th- Sheldon Museum Day Camp Session 2

July 22nd- Camp Kookamunga Session 5- The Fun Spot

July 22nd- Middlebury Youth Basketball Camp- Municipal Gym

July 22nd- Swim Lessons Session 3- Middlebury Town Pool

July 22nd- Tennis Lessons Session 6

July 29th- Camp Kookamunga Session 6- Ice Skating


July 29th- Street Hockey Camp- Memorial Sports Center

AugustAugust 5th- Camp Kookamunga Session 7- Fair and Field Days

August 5th- Gymnastics Camp Session 3- Municipal Gym

August 5th- Junior Golf Camp Session 5- Ralph Myhre Golf Course

August 5th- Aikido Kids Summer Camp- Blue Heron Dojo- 94 Main

August 7th-9th- Sheldon Museum Day Camp Session 3

August 12th- Vermont Premier Soccer Camp- Midd Rec. Park

August 13th-15th- Sheldon Museum Day Camp Session 4

August 17th- Pool Closes for Season

August 29th- Fall Activity Guide Available


DAYCAMPS / ARTS / SPORTSCamp Kookamunga

Camp Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday – Friday Before and After mini Camps:

8:00 am – 9:00 a.m.4:00 pm – 5:00 p.m.

Program Fees: 9-4 Camp Kookamunga $150 Resident ($175 Non Resident) 8-9 Before Camp or 4-5 After Camp $20 per week

Weekly Features: Each week, campers will participate in team building games, puzzles, arts and crafts, and much more! Pack a bathing suit to visit the town pool daily and on Fridays, we visit Branbury State Park for a fun filled day at the beach. Check out the program highlights below to pick a summer just right for you.

June 17th - 21st Bromley is Back!School is out and summer is in! Come join us for the

first week of camp where we will play our favorite games, and revisit an old favorite. For our first field trip, we’re heading back to Bromley Sun Mountain for a downhill adventure! Kids will get to play on the twin spin, space bikes, zip lines, super slide, bumper boats,

the big splash and much more! This is a week you will not want to miss!

June 24th - 28th Montshire and Marvelous MemoriesThis week we will travel to the Montshire Museum for

a hands on exploration of our world. Join us to hike the trails and play in the many museum attractions. Along with this exciting field trip, we will play with science ourselves and visit the Festival on the Green for lunch! It is sure to be one crazy experiment after another!

July 1st - 5th Patriotic Parade and Petra CliffsThe 4th of July will be celebrated in style! Campers

will get to participate in our third Outhouse race in Bristol! Join us for a patriotic week of fun in the sun. We will also travel to Petra Cliffs for a rockin’ adventure. Climb into the fun and don’t forget the red, white, and blue!

July 8th - 12th The Peak of PerfectionWe’re off to visit Jay Peak’s Pump House, without a

doubt the highlight field trip of last summer. With so much to celebrate, campers this week will have the chance to share their talents in our ever fun annual

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talent show! We are always amazed by what our campers can do.

July 15th - 19th Mix it UpKookamunga Campers, see the Sportacular

information page for an alternative week of summer sports and games.

July 22nd - 26th The FunChallenge yourselves for a week of riddles, puzzles

and teamwork. Our theme of the week will surely be special. To celebrate our summer so far, we will venture to The Fun Spot in Lake George early this year! Laser Tag, Roller Skating, and GoKarts oh my do we love this field trip! Have some fun before the summer ends.

July 29th- August 2nd Fire and IceWho knew ice time could be year round? Skating

through the summer, we’ll chill out in a special field trip to the ice rink! Learn to skate or show off some sweet skills on the ice.

To add some fuel to the fire, well, nothing says summer like a campfire! Our week ends with a special camp cookout at Lake Dunmore.

August 5th-9th Fair and Field DaysFinally, a year when we can visit Field Days again.

What an exciting treat! A Vermont tradition of livestock, rides, and old fashion fun this week will round out a summer of tradition. Hop on the wagon and experience a week of what Vermonters are made of.

Before and After CampsOur sessions this year will be Science and Art!

Morning sessions at 8 will be artistic expressions and our 4 p.m. sessions are new with sweet science! Details will appear at mass registration this May.

Before and after Kookamunga each day there will be optional camps provided for kids! If 9:00 am is a little late, or 4:00 pm is too early for busy parents please consider the additional two camp offerings!

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For children going into grades 1st-8th, Camp will be held at Warming Hut in Recreation Park

Cost- $150 for Residents and $175 for Non Residents and includes a camp T-shirt

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Does your child enjoy playing sports of any kind? Then this is the camp for them! Join us in July for our 2nd annual Sportacular day camp and be ready to hit the courts, fields and swimming pools. Activities this year include daily sports offerings at Middlebury Recreation Park and two exciting field trips. Children will have the choice to participate in a wide range of sports including Basketball, Tennis, Football, Soccer, Kickball and Baseball along with several other options. Children will also have several opportunities to swim in the afternoon at the Town Pool.

For our first field trip we will head to Pizza Putt in Burlington, Vermont where the children will have the opportunity to engage in activities ranging from indoor miniature golf, laser tag, batting cages, arcade games and a large indoor play structure while also being

treated to a pizza party and unlimited drinks throughout the day!

For our second trip we hope your kids are ready for an all-nighter! We will start Friday off with a trip to Spare Time in Colchester for 2 straight hours of bowling fun. The fun doesn’t stop there though; after bowling is finished we will head over to historic Centennial Field and watch the Vermont Lake Monsters take on the Aberdeen Ironbirds at 7pm. Each child will receive a voucher for a free hot dog and drink while at the game. Once the game is finished we will head back to the Municipal Gym where your child will have the option to “sleep” in the gym. We will play basketball, kickball and dodgeball throughout the night and a quiet room will be provided for those wishing to sleep. If your child does not wish to stay the night they can be picked up anytime at the gym. More details will be provided closer to the start of camp.

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OPERATING SCHEDULE JUNE 15TH- AUGUST 17TH (schedule subject to change)

7:15am-10:15am- Swim Team Practice10:15am-12:15pm- Swimming Lessons12:15pm-1:00pm Adult Swim1:00pm-4:45pm- Open Swim4:45pm-5:45pm- Adult Swim5:45pm-6:30pm- Family Swim

Kiddie pool- 5 years and younger is open from 12:15pm-6:30pm

Adult Supervision Required

*** Home swim meets are held on some Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings.

Pool closes at 4:30pm on home meet days.

AQUATICS 2013

Daily FeesYouth (15 and younger)- $2.00 Adults(16+)- $3.00 Senior Citizens-$1.00

Season PassesYouth $50 (Non Resident $65)Adult $60 (Non Resident $75)Family- Up to 6 people $110 (Non Resident $135)Senior Citizens (55+) $25 (Non Resident $35)

Swim LessonsFee for all levels:

$55 (Non Resident $75)Lesson Schedule

Session I: June 24 - July 5 (2 Weeks) Sec A: Level 1 10:45-11:15 Sec B: Level 2 10:15 - 10:45 Sec C: Level 3 10:45 - 11:15 Sec D: Level 4 10:15 - 11:00 Sec E: Level 5 10:45 - 11:30 Sec F: Parent & Child 1 11:15 -11:45 Sec G: Pre-School Level 1 11: 15 - 11:45 Sec H: Pre-School Level 2 11:45 -12:15

Session II: July 8 - July 19 (2 Weeks) Sec A: Level 1 10:15 - 10:45 Sec B: Level 2 10:15 -10:45 Sec C: Level 3 11: 15 - 11:45 Sec D: Level 5 10:45 - 11: 30 Sec E: Level6 11:30-12:15 Sec F: Parent & Child 1 11:45-12:15 Sec G: Pre-School 2 11:45 - 12: 15 Sec H: Pre-School 3 11:45 - 12: 15

Session III: July 22 - August 2 (2 Weeks) Sec A: Level 2 10:15 -10:45 Sec B: Level 3 10:45 -11:15 See-c’: Level 4 10: 15 - 11:00 Sec D: Level 5 10:30 -11:15 Sec E: Level 6 11:00 -11:45 Sec F: Pre-School 2 10:45 - 11: 15 See G: Pre-School 3 11:45 - 12: 15 Sec H: Parent and Child 2 11:15 - 11:45

Lessons are held Monday-Thursday. Fridays are reserved as a make-up day for cancellations due to weather. Typically 3-4 pupils/instructor.

Private Lessons: Private and semi-private lessons are available upon request. Arrangements are made through pool staff.

Please contact swim lesson coordinator Sarah Snider at [email protected] with any questions.


Parent and Child (2 levels)For ages 6 months to 36 months(must be accompanied by an adult)This class will teach your child to become more

comfortable in water so they are willing and ready to learn to swim. Basic skills taught include adjusting to water environment, comfort holding a front or back position in water and demonstrating breath control (blowing bubbles, etc.)

Preschool Aquatics (3 Levels)Ages 3 and up. Designed to give children a positive

developmentally appropriate aquatic learning experience. Level 1 helps orient young preschool children to aquatic environment and gain basic skills. Level 2 helps children gain greater independence in the water using basic skills, Level 3 helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Each level must be completed before advancing to next.

Learn-To-Swim (Levels 1 and 2)Ages 6 and up. Instructors will teach to swimmer’s

ability and confidence. Level 1 focuses on skills such as water entry and exit, bobbing, blowing bubbles through nose and mouth, opening eyes underwater and retrieving objects. Level 1 must be passed to move to next level.

Level 2 participants must be able to perform kicks, basic arm strokes and be comfortable with face in water. This level focuses on jumping feet first into the water, fully submerging and holding breath, floating face down in the water, back float, changing direction while swimming on front and back and continued work on swimming on front and back. Level 2 must be completed before advancing to level 3.

Stroke Development (Level 3)Level 3 builds on previously learned skills by providing

additional practice. Participants learn the survival float, front crawl with rotary breath and elementary backstroke. Head first entry into water is introduced and treading skills are improved with scissor and dolphin kicks. Level 3 must be passed before advancing to level 4.

Stroke Improvement (Level 4)Level 4 develops participants’ confidence in the

strokes learned in level 3 and improves other aquatic skills. In level 4 participants improve their skills and increase their endurance by swimming familiar strokes (front crawl, elementary backstroke) for greater distances. Participants also learn the back crawl, breaststroke and butterfly and the basics of turning at a wall. Level 4 must be completed to advance to level 5.

Stroke Refinement (Level 5)In level 5 participants refine their performance of all

strokes and increase their distances. Flip turns on the front and back are also introduced. Diving is refined. Level 5 must be completed to advance to level 6.

Swimming and Skill ProficiencyThe objectives of this level, the final level of the

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SWIM TEAMMiddlebury Aquatic Club

Team website www.eteamz.com/middleburyaquaticclub

Suit and cap orders are due by June 7 via the link on the above team website. This winter the Middlebury Aquatic Club (MAC) had another successful season. MAC will be hosting the summer swim team through the Town recreation department for the 6th consecutive season. We offer an organized age-group swimming program for children from 5 years of age and up. We meet the needs of all swimmers, from beginner to advanced, by following a progressive, developmental model that fosters excellence and commitment to the team.

We want each swimmer to achieve the best that s/he is able to. As a member of MAC, a swimmer learns the values of sportsmanship and teamwork. Additionally, a MAC swimmer will be empowered with physical, emotional, and intellectual skills that will last a lifetime. If you can make the commitment, swim 25

yards, and perform rhythmic breathing then you are eligible for the team. All who practice regularly can choose to swim at meets. Meets take place on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from the end of June until the end of July. Championship meets are held the last weekend in July and the first weekend in August. Parents help with carpooling, concessions, and other meet duties.

Though not required team suits, caps, and sweatshirts will be available to order before the start of the season. Please check the team website for order details. Preseason practices begin Monday, June 3rd, and are held in the evening until the start of summer morning practices at the town pool. Separate registration is required for Preseason via the team website. Younger swimmers may swim in older practice sessions based on coaches’ discretion.

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Cubs/Transition Swim Team The Cubs group are swimmers ages 5-8 with a

competitive spirit and the need for experience. Some of our most accomplished MAC swimmers started as Cubs; this program will introduce swimmers to rhythmic breathing and competitive strokes. Swimmers who can swim 25 yards independently are welcome to this group, which will give experience to younger competitors. As skills improve, swimmers are encouraged to compete in meets. Information about a Cubs try-out session for first time swimmers will be posted on the team website by end of May.

COACHING STAFFSarah Snider

Sarah is a Middlebury native. She started swimming competitively with the Middlebury Marlins, now the Middlebury Aquatic Club, when she was 7 and continued with the team until she graduated from MUHS, as a team record holder. Sarah is a certified Water Safety Instructor and has been teaching swim lessons for 5 years as well as assisting the team coaches with the younger swimmers. Sarah was a member of the Middlebury Aquatic Club coaching staff during the summer 2012 season. Currently she attends Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA and is a member of their Club Swim Team. She shares coaching responsibilities for their Club Swim Team as a member of the team’s Executive Board. This will be Sarah’s first season as Head Coach. She is very excited to be working with the team again this summer. Sarah primarily coaches the Panther group and Catamount group.Mychaella Devaney

Mychaella is a Middlebury native. She has been a competitive member of the Middlebury Aquatic Club, previously the Middlebury Marlins, since the age of 6. Mychaella has been part of the swim lesson staff for 3 years. She has assisted the coaching staff during previous summer and winter season practices. As a recent graduate of MUHS, this will be Mychaella’s first year on the coaching staff. She is looking forward to working with the younger swimmers to help build their confidence and technique in the water. Mychaella primarily coaches the Cubs group and Catamount group.

Swim Team Schedule(Schedule subject to change due to pool and coaches

availability. Please check team website for most up-to-date information)

Preseason at Middlebury College 6/3-6/13 Panthers (11 & older): 6:30-8:00pm, Monday-Thursday Catamounts (10 & under): 6:45-7:45pm, Monday-

Thursday Cubs: 6-6:45pm, Tuesday and ThursdayCubs Tryouts will be available at 6pm on June 3 and

June 12. See website for locations.**Registration for pre-season only will be available

online via the team website by mid-May. Swim team schedule continued on Page 16


USA Swimming registration fee of $65 REQUIRED to swim at College for Pre-season for swimmers who did not swim with the team during this past winter or Spring season. (Reduced $5 Outreach Fee is available with verification that the swimmer participates in a reduced or free school lunch program.) Those swimmers who swam this winter or spring season are already registered with United States Swimming. This is for insurance purposes. More details will be presented at swim team registration.

Preseason fees (does not include required USA Swimming fee of $65) Panthers $40 Catamounts $35 Cubs $20Regular Season at Town Pool (outside) 6/17-8/4Panthers: 7:15-8:45am Cats: 8:45-9:45am Cubs: 9:45-10:15am

Practices are held Monday-Friday for each group. Regular season fees: Panthers $145 ($170 non-res.) Catamounts $140 ($165 non-res.) Cubs $115 ($135 non-res.) **Regular season fee includes team t-shirt.

SPECIAL SWIM TEAM INFORMATION SESSION & REGISTRATION

Wednesday, May 156 -7 PM/Municipal Gymnasium

(Parent info session followed by registration)

You may contact Head Coach Sarah Snider at [email protected] for more information. You may also check the team website for general information, practice group descriptions, updates, schedule changes, and team events.

GYMNASTICSInstructor: Terri PhelpsPhone: (802) 771-8040 Email:[email protected]

THREE SUMMER CAMPS!!!Session 1: June 17th-June 21st9:00am-10:00am Ages 3-4

$65 ($75 Non-Res)10:00am-12:00pm Ages 5-7

$90 ($100 Non-Res)1:00PM-4:00PM Ages 8+

$115 ($125 Non-Res)

Session 2: July 8th- July 12th9:00am-10:00am Ages 3-4

$65 ($75 Non-Res)10:00am-12:00pm Ages 5-7

$90 ($100 Non-Res)1:00pm-4:00pm Ages 8+

$115 ($125 Non-Res)

Session 3: August 5th- August 9th9:00am-10:00am Ages 3-4

$65 ($75 Non-Res)

10:00am-12:00pm Ages 5-7 $90 ($100 Non-Res)

1:00pm-4:00pm Ages 8+ $115 ($125 Non-Res)

ALL CLASSES HELD AT MUNICIPAL GYMNASIUMStudents will work to improve strength, flexibility

and coordination, as well as skill development in a safe and fun environment. Instruction will be included on uneven bars, beam, floor exercise, springboard, parallel bars and vault.

This program is open to both girls and boys. Please register by one week prior to start date. Classes will be cancelled if minimum numbers are not met.

Summer GuideADDISON COUNTY AREA

Coming June 20th

Summer time...and the reading is easy...

Sit back & relax with theAddison Independent’s


Summer Soccer Camps2013 PANTHER SOCCER CAMP • JUNE 24th- JUNE 28th

9-12 DAILY • MIDDLEBURY RECREATION FIELDS

VERMONT PREMEIR SOCCER CAMP AUGUST 12th- AUGUST 16thMIDDLEBURY RECREATION FIELDS

Join us for the 2013 edition of the ever popular Panther Soccer Camp. Children will receive instruction from Dave Saward, Men’s Head Soccer coach at Middlebury College

and Ron McEachen, Retired Coach of the Skidmore College Men’s Soccer

team. Standout local high school and college players will also assist in the weeklong camp. The camp is open to all children age 6-12. The cost is $130 per camper and includes a camp T-shirt. Registration forms are available in the Middlebury Parks and Recreation office.

For more details please contact Karen McEachen- [email protected]

Vermont Premier Soccer continues to develop and grow programs for the youth soccer community in Vermont. All our coaching staff are licensed male and female coaches from the United Kingdom & Ireland and have undergone a sustained period of professional development training at the organization training at the organization. We also ensure our programs pass Vermont Board of Health guidelines to ensure your child’s well-being and safety.

This all inclusive soccer camp caters to soccer players of all ability levels aged 4-14 years and is designed around individual development and ball mastery through age specific curriculum.

- Half day camps running from 9am-12pm for children aged 4-6. Cost is $110 per player- Full Day Camp for ages 7-14 Years. Camp running 9:00am-3:00pm at $190.00 per player. - T-shirt will be provided to each camperRegister at the Middlebury Parks and Recreation

Office

Ralph Myhre Golf Course Junior Golf CampSESSION 1: June 17th – June 21st 9am-12pmSESSION 2: June 24th – June 28th (Girls Only Camp) 9am-12pmSESSION 3: July 8th – July 12th 9am-12pmSESSION 4: July 15th- July 19th 9am-12pmSESSION 5: August 5th- August 9th 9am-12pm

Players will receive instruction from the golf course staff and members of the MUHS golf team. This camp is open to all children age 8 and up. Cost is $75 for residents and $85 for non-residents. Space is limited to 20 golfers per session. Register at the Middlebury Parks and Recreation office. For more information please call Jim Dayton 802-443-5125.

Open now for the Season! Everyone WelcomeCheck our our Junior Clinics!

For more information & tee times call 443-5125 • ralphmyhregolfcourse.com • 317 Golf Course Rd., Midd., Vt.


Middlebury Youth Basketball CampJuly 22nd- July 26th

If your child loves playing basketball and is interested in taking his or her game to the next level than this is the perfect camp for them! Players will receive instruction from Coach Randy Stockwell with assistance from Dustin Hunt and local players and coaches. We will focus on perfecting the basic fundamental skills while giving your player the tools to be successful as they move up through the local basketball program. This camp will include specialized drills, fun games and scrimmages every day. Campers will also receive a T-shirt the last day of camp.

Children going into grades 3-6will practice from 10am-12pm daily.

The cost for this age group is $100 dollarsChildren going into grades 7-9

will practice from 1pm-4pm daily. The cost for this age group is $125 dollars.

For more information and to register your son or daughter please stop by the Middlebury Parks and Recreation Office or email [email protected]

College Coaches Confirmed to Appear: Jeff Brown, Head

Coach Middlebury College Men’s Team

Noreen Pecsok, Head Coach Middlebury College Woman’s Team

Paul Culpo, Head Coach Castleton State College Men’s Team

Mulch Bagged and in Bulk

MIDDLEBURY AGWAY FARM & GARDEN338 Exchange St., Middlebury, VT • 388-4937

Monday - Friday 8-6, Sat. 8-5, Sun. 9-4

Open 7days a week

Soils Compost and Top Soil

Spring Bulbs Plant now for spring and summer!

Pet Services Self-service dog wash... OPEN EVERDAY!

Grills Your Weber Grilling Headquarters!

Patios, Edging, Stone Walls

• Choose from 3 Types of Mulch – Hemlock, Natural Cedar, & Pine/SpruceDelivery available on all bagged and bulked products

• Miracle-Gro & Agway Potting Mixes• Moo Soils • Bagged Top Soil & Manure• Bulk Top Soil & Compost

Washing your pet has never been eaier! Enjoy the pleasant atmosphere in our beautiful spa-like space.We also make Pet I.D. Tags – custom engraved while you wait!

Gas, charcoal and gas/charcoal combinationsFREE ASSEMBLY & PROPANE FILL-UP with any Weber gas grill purchase!

• Concrete Pavers• Edging• Slate

• Stepping Stones• Wall Stones• Natural Field Stones

• Dahlias • Begonias • Lilies • Glads

ENJOY THE OUTDOORS!

OUR GREENHOUSE will soon be bursting withhealthy annuals, perennials & herbs – as well as trees, shrubs & rose bushes!

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At Monument Farms, we not only make the world’s

GREATEST milk, we’re alsoa proud sponsor of

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TENNIS LESSONSThe tennis lessons will be held at the Middlebury

Recreation Park. On days when there is rain, lessons may be held at Middlebury Indoor Tennis, located behind Middlebury Fitness. For more information please contact Michele Butler [email protected].

TINY SWINGERS(AGES 5 AND UNDER)Introduces participants to the game and focuses on

coordination and ball control

All Lessons are from9-9:30am

Session 1- June 17th-June 21st Session 2- June 24th-June 28th Session 3 – July 1st- July 5th Session 4- July 8th- July 12th Session 5- July 15th- July 19thSession 6- July 22nd- July 26thSession 7- July 29th- August 2nd

Fee: $45 Residents $50 Non-Residents

LITTLE ACES(AGES 6-9)

Covers rules and court conduct as well as the basic strokes of the game. Emphasizes

consistencyin strokes and introduces game

play

All lessons are from9:30-10:30am



HOT SHOTSAGES 10-13

(RECOMMENDED)Requires prior tennis experience and general knowledge of the game. Practice shot placement

as well as consistency of most strokes, including serves

and returns. This session will prepare children to play

matches amongst themselves.

All lessons from10:30-12:00pm



Important Information:• Classes must have a minimum

of 4 participants to run• Lessons may go over

allotted time• No Tennis Refunds will be given

Private LessonsPrivate lessons are available

to people of all ages.Price is $55 per hour

(10% off package of 4)

388-3733 middleburytennis.com

360 Boardman Street • USPS Box 1380(behind Middlebury Fitness)

MiddleburyIndoorTennis• Free 1st Time Play for Area Residents

• Senior Discount Thursdays ~ Noon-3pm• Four Drop-In / Round Robin Events Each Week• Certified Trainers for Clinics & Lessons

802-388-8999John and Jim Fitzgerald

Telecommunications Sales & ServiceData Cabling & Fiber Optic Systems

Stay Active. Stay Connected.


AkidoHead Instructor- Jonathan Miller Lane 3rd DanPhone: 802-989-9069 or www.blueheronaikido.comClasses held in lower level of Town Office Building below the gymnasium.

Aikido is a martial art and ethical training created by Morehei Ueshiba (1883-1969). The self defense techniques practiced in Aikido teach us, in an experiential and physi-cal way, the power of harmony which can transcend and eradi-cate violence. Aikido practice develops agility, awareness, and strength; deepens concentra-tion, and encourages relaxation. Aikido practice challenges each practitioner to realize his or her potential as a “powerful, com-passionate, creative, self-aware human being”.

Aikido Summer Kids’ Camp Monday, June 10 - Friday June 14 and Monday, August 5 - Friday August 9

Open to ages 7 to 12. Students can attend one week or both, or can attend individual days if they prefer.

The camp will run 9am - 12 noon Monday-Friday at 300$/week or 60$/day. Please let us know as soon as possible if your child is interested! Camp will consist mostly of the physical practice of Aikido, but we will also have discussions about the ethics and philosophy of Aikido and how they might inform daily interactions with others off the mat. Please be sure your son or daugh-ter has a snack or juice. We will have water on hand. Weather permitting; we will get to do some Aikido out-side!

Summer Introduction to Aikido Series July 9 to Au-gust 1. Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30 to 6:45. $50 for 4 week series. Adults and youth (13 yrs. & up) After com-pleting the beginners’ series, students may join ongoing classes, with month of August free for those who con-tinue on.

On-going Adult/Youth classes meet Mondays, Tues-days and Thursdays 5:30 to 6:45 and are open to anyone 13 or older who has completed the beginners’ series.

Dues are $35/month for unlim-ited classes. Located in Blue Heron dojo, lower level Town Office Building. Observers wel-come anytime.

Ongoing children’s classes meet Tuesdays 3:30 to 4:30 and Saturdays 9:00am to 10:00am. Open to ages 7 through 12. Dues are $50/month for unlimited classes, or $10 per class. Sibling discount available.

Ages 6 – 17

Offering 6 week-long sessions to riders of ALL abilities.Monday – Thursday 9 AM – 3 PM

June 24 – 27, July 8 – 11, 15 – 18, 22 – 25,

July 29 – Aug 1, Aug 5 – 8

$330/session

Limited to 10 campers/week – APPLY EARLY!

Applications available on Eddy Farm website: www.eddyfarmschool.com

For questions call Margaret Bojanowski 388-6196 or e-mail [email protected]

Summer Horseback Riding CampEddy Farm

At Eddy Farm every experience with a horse is a learning experience. Throughout the week campers learn the importance of safety, horsemanship, and communication. Those skills are put to use on the miles of trails, fields, and dirt roads surrounding the farm. All rides are lead by experienced and knowledgeable staff. When not in the saddle, campers focus on caring for tack and equipment, grooming their horses, and learning how to maintain a happy, healthy horse. The Eddy Farm prides itself on its experienced and patient lesson horses. One of these horses could be the best teacher your child has ever had!


Self Defense ClassBrave Kids Self-Defense

Sunday May 19th, 2013 from 2pm-5pmBRAVE Kids is dedicated to teaching children “Life

Skills” to help keep them safe against bullies & strangers. This course is team taught by female & male instructors - with years of experience teaching kids through martial arts - using role play so children can rehearse the verbal & physical drills they learned. The male instructor is completely padded & protected so the kids will actually be able to practice the physical techniques full-force. Topics covered include: safety with feelings, words, touch & teasing; getting help to stay safe; being powerful with your body; safety with family & friends at school & play. For Ages 5 – 12. Min- 8 participants, max- 20.

Head Instructor – Kellie Thomas is a 4th degree black belt in ITF Taekwondo and is the owner of Taekwondo K.I.C.K.S. of Middlebury & Vergennes. Taekwondo Do K.I.C.K.S. has been in the area for 6 years and has been involved in several school programs (during school and after school) throughout Addison & Rutland Counties. Master Thomas has more than 10 years of experience teaching self-defense techniques Master Thomas will be bringing one of her advanced male students to wear the suit to each of the classes.

All Classes are $25 per person. Register up until one week before each class at Parks and Rec Office.

IntroductionTo Pet First Aid

Saturday June 15th • 3pm-5pmMunicipal Gymnasium

Taught by Local VeterinariansMark Doran and Tracy Winters

This course will introduce the basics of pet first aid care. It is designed to give an overview of initial care for injured and sick animals, as well as what to do next. The course will last about 60-90 minutes and will cover:

-What constitutes an emergency visit to a veterinarian

-How to initially stabilize an injured, ill and frightened animal

-How to handle and transport an injured animal

-What items to have in your pet first aid kit

-Where you can find reliable information on pet health and care.

Cost: $20 per person, $15 for an additional family member or families of 3 or more $50. For additional information and to register please visit the Middlebury Parks and Recreation office.

1 Park Street, Middlebury • 802/388-2117www.henrysheldonmuseum.org

From Dairy to DoorstepPremier Summer Exhibit

at the Sheldon MuseumOrganized by Historic New England

Tracing the history of dairy farming and milk delivery in New England through photos, advertisements, artifacts, paintings,

folk art, DVDs, and text. Includes a series of talks on agriculture, an evening of farmer poetry, and a family day.

See the Sheldon’s website for details.The exhibit has received generous financial underwriting from Cabot Creamery, the Ben and Jerry’s Foundation, Monument Farms Dairy, Foster Brothers Farm, Phoenix Feeds & Nutrition, and Yankee Farm Credit.

Collection of Henry Sheldon Museum


Street HockeyJuly 29th- August 1St • 9am-12pm

Memorial Sports CenterInstructed By MUHS Boys Hockey Coach Derek Bartlett

Can’t get enough hockey? Join us for a 4 day Street Hockey Camp filled with fun! Participants will learn how to develop their skills and athleticism through drills and games. This camp will meet the needs of all, from beginner to advanced. Each child must supply their own

stick, helmet and gloves. Participants will be required to wear sneakers as well. For more information contact Derek Bartlett 802-388-4539 or [email protected]. Cost is $95 dollars for residents and $105 dollars for Non-Residents.

800.388.9961

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After You Play…Ramunto’s!

We’re on your team!Ask about Nino’s Team Pizza!

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MIDDLEBURY RAMUNTO’S388-7755 • Delivery daily from 5pm

At Middlebury Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine our entire staff works to provide your child with the highest quality healthcare

in a caring, nurturing environment

&Middlebury Pediatric Adolescent Medicine

1330 Exchange St., Suite 201Middlebury, VT

388-7959

Accepting New Patients

Morris Earle, Jr., M.D., F.A.A.P.Dedra Flynn, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Lynn Luginbuhl, M.D., F.A.A.P.Laura Murphy, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Mayumi Otsuka, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Morris Earle Jr., M.D., F.A.A.P. • Pauline Mills, M.D.

Dedra Flynn, M.D., F.A.A.P. • Michael Seaton, M.D. F.A.A.P.

Lynn Luginbuhl, M.D., F.A.A.P.

At Middlebury Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine our entire staff works to provide your child with

the highest quality health care in a caring, nurturing environment.

At Middlebury Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine our entire staff works to provide your child with the highest quality healthcare

in a caring, nurturing environment

&Middlebury Pediatric Adolescent Medicine


388-7959

Accepting New Patients

Morris Earle, Jr., M.D., F.A.A.P.Dedra Flynn, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Lynn Luginbuhl, M.D., F.A.A.P.Laura Murphy, M.D., F.A.A.P.

Mayumi Otsuka, M.D., F.A.A.P.


388-7959Department of Porter Hospital


ZUMBA ClassesAll Classes held at Municipal Gym 94. Main St

Punch Cards: 6 classes for $40, 12 classes for $80, 18 classes for $110, 24 classes for $125For more information: Liz at [email protected] or [email protected] or 989-5977Instructors: Liz Cleveland and Brye Perreault

ZUMBA is a great cardio workout that’s..... FUN!!! Come have a good time with us with a workout that’s both safe and fun. You modify the moves to suit your needs. Everyone goes at their own pace. Really....Everyone goes at their own pace! And everyone leaves with a smile. Your first class is FREE so, you’ve got nothing to lose but pounds and a frown. Our classes are ongoing, come on in and join us at anytime. Give Liz Cleveland a call at 802-989-5977. Or go to lizcleveland.zumba.com for more info.

Current ScheduleMorning Classes:M, W, TH 8:30-9:30amEvening Classes:M,T, W 5:30-6:30pm TH 6:30-7:30Monday morning and Tuesday evening classes are

Zumba Toning. Toning Sticks provided.Thursday mornings are Gentle Yoga with Adeline!

Summer Schedule Begins June 17thMorning Classes:M, W, TH 8:00-9:00amEvening Classes:M,T, W 5:30-6:30pm TH 6:00-7:00

HOOPLALocation: Middlebury Municipal Gym

When: Monday Evenings from June 17th-August 19th (10 classes) Time: 6:45-8:00pm

Program Description: What do you get when you combine great music and hula hoops? You get HOOPLA! “Hoopla” is a fitness experience where you learn hooping basics and tricks that you’ll use to dance and tone your body. Think you can’t hoop?

Try it and prove yourself wrong! Hoops of all sizes provided. (Participants can order or make a hoop of their own for an additional fee.)

Instructor Bio: Lindsey Hescock has 20+ years of experience teaching dance, creative movement, and visual arts. She enjoys working with people of all ages and abilities. Her unique, high-energy programs get people moving and inspire them to get fit and feel more confident. Lindsey is also a well-

known Zumba® Fitness Instructor, sought after by fitness centers, schools, and organizations throughout Vermont

for regularly scheduled classes and special programs.Cost: $50 for 5 classes $80 for 10 classes

$12 for Drop-in $5 Child (with adult)Minimum # - 8 (pre-registered) Maximum # - 20


Addison Central Teens Located in the Municipal Building 94. Main St Middlebury, VT 05753

Hours of Operation: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 3pm-‐6pm Wednesday and Friday 3pm-‐7pm OPEN TO ALL TEENS GRADE 7th – 12th

What is the Teen Center About? ACT Mission: ACT provides a Teen Center and after-‐school alternatives that are welcoming, safe and fun for all teenagers in the community. Teens have a place to hang out as well as opportunities to plan and participate in activities, special events and community service at the Teen Center and throughout the community. Leadership Opportunities: If you are a teen looking for leadership opportunities, or someone who wants to help change their community and provide teen programming for your peers please consider joining the Youth Advisory Council (YAC). YAC meets every other Wednesday from 4:00 – 5:30pm. Community Service & Volunteer Opportunities: There are many volunteer opportunities available for both teens and adults at ACT. If you or your organization is interested, please contact either co-‐director or visit the center during regular drop in hours. Special Events: (Some Fees Apply)* Teen Dances *DJ Skate Nights *Clothing Swaps *Community Suppers

Clothing Swap and Shop March 19th and 20th, MUHS Hallway Outside Main Office

11:30-‐3pm Students only 3:00-‐7:00pm Open To Public Bring in your teen friendly, gently used clothing, accessories, jewelry, prom and formal dresses, knick-‐knacks and CD’s and swap for “new” used items. No clothing to swap? Bring your money and shop! Most items priced between $1 and $10 with special items up to $20 Clothing Collection at MUHS: Tues. 2/26, Wed. 2/27, Tues March 3/12, Wed 3/ 13 Collection times: 11:30-‐1:30 in MUHS Cafeteria Bring in all your gently used items before March 19th and receive point cards & trade for “new” items during the clothing swap. Donations Welcome! Items may also be dropped off at the ACT Teen Center everyday after school from 3-‐6pm

Co-‐Director Contact Information: Phone: (802) 388-3910 Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Co-Director Contact Information:Phone: (802)388-3910 • Email: [email protected] • or • [email protected]

Clothing Swap and ShopThursday May 30th and Friday May 31st, MUHS Hallway Outside Main Office

11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., students only; 3-6 p.m., open to publicBring in your teen-friendly, gently used clothing, accessories, jewelry, prom and formal dresses, knick-knacks

and CD’s and swap for “new” used items. No clothing to swap? Bring your money and shop! Most items priced between $1 and $10 with special items up to $20.

Addison Central Teens2013 Teen Summer Day Camp

Looking for something fun for your teen to do this summer?!

Join Addison Central Teens (ACT) in a two-week day camp specifically designed for teens! Activities include hiking, swimming, biking, arts and crafts, games, and special trips to places such as The Great Escape and VT State Parks, plus more!

Open to all graduates of sixth grade through teens sixteen years of age.

First Session: June 17th – June 28thSecond Session: July 8th – July 19th Location: 94 Main St. Middlebury, VTTime: 9am – 4pm, Monday - Friday

Teen day camp registration begins at the Rec. Department mass registrationThursday, May 21 - 5 - 7:00pm - Municipal Gym

*** Register online at www.Addisonteens.Com***

Middleburyspa.com • (802) 388-0311 • Online Gift Certificates available

Pure Wellness.

Waterfalls encourages you to stay active in your wellness goals.

Genuine and original spa treatments designed for you and your teen.

Teen services available for ages 11-17.


Location: Blue Heron Aikido Studio(below Municipal Gym)When: Tuesday and Friday mornings from 10am-

11am May 24th-August 16th (no class July 5th)Program Description: Get out and get fit! “Dancing

with My Baby” is the ONLY fitness or dance class in Addison County that welcomes you to bring your little one (6 weeks+) with you. One hour of dancing, toning, and stretching will boost your energy more than that nap you fantasize about! This is the class for you if you want to improve your strength, stamina, posture, and flexibility. The playlist includes rock, reggae, pop, hip hop, salsa, funk, reggaeton and more. All caregivers are welcome (yes, even if you don’t have a little one with you). Take 2 classes/week and you’ll see noticeable fitness results this summer!

Instructor Bio: Lindsey Hescock had her baby in February 2012 and began looking for active classes that would include her baby. After discovering that the closest classes were in Montpelier and Essex, she was inspired to create “Dancing with My Baby”. Using her 20+ years of experience with dance, fitness, and competitive sports, she has developed a fun

Dancing with My Babyclass that gives caregivers an effective, total-body workout. Lindsey is also a well-known Zumba® Fitness Instructor, sought after by fitness centers, schools, and organizations throughout Vermont for regularly scheduled classes and special programs.

Cost: $60 for 6 Classes, $100 for 12 classes, $180 for 24 classes, $12 for drop in. Price includes one adult and one child.

Especially for kids ages birth-4Storytime in the Garden

Tuesdays, June 18th - August 6th, 10:30 am

Itsy Bitsy Yoga Thursdays, July 11th - August 8th, 10:30 am

Youth Media LabDesigned for kids entering grades 4+

Tuesdays, June 18th - August 6th 3—4:30 pmMake movies & explore technology with Ilsley & MCTV.

Out of the PagesTeen Summer Reading for teens entering grades 7-12

Thursday, June 20thPercy Jackson & the Library OlympiansA live-action roleplaying game designed by teens for teens!Thursday, July 18th—DJ Dizzle Mixing WorkshopLearn to mix music & get your groove on.

Ilsley Public LibrarySummer Reading Sneak Peek 2013

75 Main Street, Middlebury • 388-4097Mon. Wed. Fri. 10-6, Tues. Thur. 10-8, Sat. 10-4

www.ilsleypubliclibrary.org

Summer Reading for Youth of All Ages!Participate in fun & free library programs! Share your reading all summer long.

Sign up online at www.ilsleypubliclibrary.org any time after May 15th. Stop by the Youth Services desk to get a punch card and start tracking your reading and earning prizes beginning June 12th.

Thursday, August 1st—Teen Top ChefImpress your friends with cool culinary concoctions.

Drop-in ActivitiesCraft projects ready for you anytime your summer slows.

Special Performances Wednesdays, 10:30 AM • June 19th — July 31st

Tickets available at the Youth Services desktwo weeks in advance of each show.

June 19 - Dr. Waring shows off instruments from around the world.June 26 - Swing Peepers presents hilarious songs & stories.July 3rd - Hampstead Theater Company presents The Secret Garden.July 17th - The Deedle Deedle Dees get everyone dancing with music inspired by the silly side of history.July 24th - Magician Tom Joyce amazes the audience with mysterious feats.July 31st - Puppetree’s production of Swimmy, based on the book by Leo Leonni.

431 E. Main Street, East Middlebury • 388-7588

Mon. 10-1, Thurs. 3-7, Sat. 10-1

Check out summer reading at Sarah Partridge Library, too!

Middlebury Market& Sama’s Café

Come Beforeor After!

388-6408College St • Middlebury

samascafe.com


ADDISON COUNTY

INDEPENDENT

Vol. 24 No. 22 Middlebury, Vermont Monday, July 9, 2012 48 Pages 75¢

MONDAY EDITION

• Mortgage rates are low and

buyers are starting to make

their moves. Read about the

state of the local real estate

market in our 16-page pull-out.

• Festival on-the-Green offers

many great performances this

week, but there is more going

on. See Arts Beat on Page 11.

First timehome buyers

• Re-enactors,

live music

and food will

all have a

French flair

this Saturday

in Vergennes.

See Pages 14

and 15.

Music in the air

in Middlebury

• A dynasty was born as the

duo won their fourth straight

Great Outhouse Race in Bris-

tol on the Fourth. See Page 18.

City to celebrate

French heritage

Berry cousins

roll into history

On paradeTHE SETH WARNER Mt. Independence Fife and Drum Corps marches in Bristol’s Fourth of July parade Wednesday morning. For more

photos from Bristol, see Pages 16 and 17.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Holzapfel back in running

for Addison-3 House seat

Dairy farmers urge

reform in farm bill

(See Farm bill, Page 7)

(See Ferrisburgh, Page 22)

(See Algae, Page 5)

By JOHN FLOWERS

FERRISBURGH — Vermont’s

political landscape has changed

quite a bit since Ferrisburgh

Democrat Arabella Holzapfel ran

for the Vermont House back in

2000.That was a year during which

the GOP claimed a decisive

majority in the House following

a session that saw passage of the

nation’s first civil union law.

Holzapfel finished out of the

running in the 2000 election in

a Vergennes-area district that

By ANDREA SUOZZO

MIDDLEBURY — If market

reform measures do not pass in this

year’s federal farm bill, Vermont

dairy farms will have a hard time

staying in business, local dairy

farmers told Rep. Peter Welch,

D-Vt., last Thursday morning.

Without dairy reform, said Ma-

rie Audet of Blue Spruce Farm in

Bridport, “I just don’t understand

how our little farms will survive

this fall. The farms that were on

the brink three months ago, I

don’t know how they can look to

Algae blooms hit Champlain

Cyanobacteria breaks out in wake of record phosphorus runoff

By ANDREW STEIN

VERMONT — Jeff Severson has

spent much of the past 50 summers at his

family’s Lake Champlain camp in West

Addison. But it wasn’t until two weeks

ago that the born-and-raised Vermonter

had ever seen blooms of the potentially

toxic cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae,

engulf his favorite swim and fishing spot.

While Severson and his son were

fishing on June 29, his wife Lisa

Windhausen, who teaches middle school

science in Jericho, watched from above

as Oven Bay turned from a pool of

glistening glass to chunky green sludge

within hours.

“We have never witnessed anything

like what we witnessed on Friday,” she

said. “It was crystal clear Friday morning

... and then within six hours it was thick

pea soup. Every hour, it just kept getting

thicker and thicker and thicker.”

Oven Bay is not an isolated

incident. After a banner year in

2011 for runoff of phosphorus, the

photosynthetic bacteria’s favorite

food, major parks along Lake

Champlain have had to close their

waters this past month.

Last week, Ferrisburgh’s

Kingsland Bay State Park closed its

beach due to heavy blooms, and South

We workevery day to keep

Addison County strong.

Community.

ADDISON COUNTY

Serving Addison County, Vt., Since 1946

INDEPENDENTServing Addison County since 1946

www.addisonindependent.com • 388-4944

Hands off! Hard driver In the garden

ADDISON COUNTY

INDEPENDENTVol. 66 No. 27 Middlebury, Vermont Thursday, July 5, 2012 30 Pages 75¢

Read some tips for caring for your plants in hot weather in our gar-den column. See Page 4B.

An East Middlebury teen has ambitions both on and off the racetrack. See Sports, Page 1B.

Wild parsnip, which can cause itching and blisters, has returned to Vermont. See Page 16A.

Bythe

way

AddisonCounty

IndexObituaries ................................ 6AClassifieds ......................... 5B-9BService Directory .............. 6B-8BEntertainment ........................ 13ACommunity Calendar ...... 8A-10ASports ................................ 1B-3B

(See By the way, Page 12A)

BARB YOUNG, LEFT, Isabelle Nichols, Ella Patterson and Sydney Smith canoe on Lake Hortonia during an Orwell Village School summer canoe camp last week. The camp focuses on local waterways and water ecology.

Independent photo/Andrea Warren

Orwell pupils use floating classroomCanoe day camp focuses on ecology

(See Camp, Page 12A)

Ten months after Irene, fish stocks appear strong

More sustainable food systems on the table at UVM conference

(See Advocates, Page 12A)

(See Fisheries, Page 18A)

Salisburyman takes on JewettIn House bid, Ryan stresses ecomomy

THOMAS RICHARDS, LEFT, Joe Barton and Kimberly Palmer enjoy a game of Foosball in the Addison Central Teens teen center in Middlebury during summer camp recently.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Area teen centers feel funding pinchShrinking grant pool causes worry

Two locals to serve on search and rescue panel

(See Teen centers, Page 17A) (See Shaw, Page 18A)(See Ryan, Page 18A)

By KAITLYN KIRKALDYEditor’s note: Nonprofits and other

organizations that depend heavily on income from U.S. government sources have to look for other funding or rein in their services. This is the second

in a series looking at how locals are reacting to moves to cut spending on the federal government level.

ADDISON COUNTY –– Isaiah Goff nodded as Jenn Cunningham described the importance of the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Vergennes.

“It’s the stability, the kids go to school, come here and then they go home,” she said. “It’s nice to have

good role models and structure. That’s definitely what I used it for in high school, it was just a safe place.”

Cunningham, 19, started attending the club as an eighth-grader. Now enrolled at Community College of Vermont, she still drops by to hang out and lend a hand.

Goff, 15, explained that the club provides a positive environment for

local kids who need guidance.“It helps keep some kids on track,”

he said. “They can come here and be in a nice climate and have bigger kids influencing them well.”

Three local teen centers –– the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Ver-gennes, Middlebury’s Addison Cen-tral Teens (ACT) and The Bristol

By JOHN FLOWERSSALISBURY — As a self-

employed paint contractor, Salisbury resident Tim Ryan has navigated through some choppy financial waters during the past four years while the economy has faltered.

And through it all, Ryan believes his fortunes — and those of other small business owners — could have been improved if state government had done more to relieve the tax burden and reduce regulations on struggling enterprises.

Now Ryan, 45, has decided he will try to change state economic development policy from within.

He confirmed last week that he will run as an independent for the House seat representing Addison-2, the district that includes the towns of Cornwall, Goshen, Hancock, Leicester, Ripton and Salisbury. Ryan will face incumbent Addison-2 Rep. Willem Jewett, D-Ripton, in the Nov. 6 General Election.

“Many people are making less now than they were four or five years ago,” Ryan said of the toll the recession, inflation, fixed costs, taxation and stagnant salaries have had on those making a living in the construction industry.

“You can’t maintain this type of pattern for a long period of time.”

Ryan is a lifelong Vermont resident and graduate of Otter Valley Union High School, class of 1985. He graduated from Castleton

By JOHN FLOWERSMIDDLEBURY — Two Addison

County residents will help draft a new Vermont search-and-rescue policy in the aftermath of the Levi Duclos tragedy.

Participating on the new search and rescue committee created by the Legislature that will help craft that policy will be Rep. Willem Jewett, D-Ripton, and David Shaw, assistant chief of the Middlebury Volunteer Fire Department.

Duclos, a 19-year-old New Haven resident, died of hypothermia during a Jan. 9 hike along the Emily Proctor Trail in Ripton. Vermont State Police drew widespread criticism for its response time following the Duclos family’s 911 call and for its lack of coordination with local rescue teams that had been available to participate in the search.

State lawmakers quickly drafted a bill calling for a new plan for responding to hikers who are missing or in distress. That legislation, recently signed into law by Gov. Peter Shumlin as Act 155, calls for creation of a 13-member “Search and Rescue Strategic Plan Development Committee.”

That committee, to convene for the first time on July 11, is charged with 12 tasks, including:

• Reviewing the existing structure for search and rescue operations in Vermont and what might be its advantages and shortcomings.

• Considering models used in

By ANDREA SUOZZOADDISON COUNTY — It’s

summertime, and that means more locals are heading out to local streams and waterways for recreation and fishing.

Jesse Haller, a fishing guide for Green Mountain Adventures and president of the New Haven River Anglers, said so far many of those anglers have been happy at the end of the day.

But Haller said despite fishermen’s good fortune it’s still too early to tell if fish populations fared well in the wake of Tropical Storm Irene — that, he said, won’t be clear until state and

federal agencies do surveys later in the summer.

“We’ve had a good early season, but that doesn’t give us a huge indication of how the population will handle the hot months,” he said.

Chet McKenzie, a fisheries biologist for the Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife, said annual fish population surveys begin in August, so the state won’t have any official numbers on fish populations until then.

But it’s clear, he said, that larger brook trout, an indicator species (one that offers a picture of a habi-

By KAITLYN KIRKALDYSUDBURY –– Fourteen kids

and two teachers guided their ca-noes away from the shores of Lake Hortonia and paddled over to a small bay full of lily pads and mil-foil, looking around at the different plants and wildlife and taking sam-ples from the water.

The group went out to the lake this past Thursday as part of the five-day East Creek Project, a canoe day camp for students from Orwell Village School that is sponsored by the Vermont Community Founda-tion’s South Lake Champlain Fund.

Barb Young, a teacher at the school, leads the project and has done so for the past six years. She explained the benefits of having a program such as this one.

“It’s an opportunity for the kids to learn about the environment, to have fun in the environment and hopefully create a love for the en-vironment that will continue,” she said.

Each day the students go out on the canoes to a different body of water in the morning and early af-ternoon. Then they return to the school to work on their journals and compile daily reports. They will ul-timately compile a booklet of their findings that also will include pic-tures and stories about their experi-ences.

The program is an extension of class work the students do during the academic year, though it is an optional fun summer camp.

“We do a lot of environmental

All six of the Addison Northeast Supervisory Union school boards ratified the new four-year teach-er’s contracts last month. The new contracts represent the first collec-tive bargaining agreement boards and teachers have agreed to in two years. The ANeSU executive com-mittee will not ratify the contracts until August, said Chair Lanny

By ANDREA SUOZZOBURLINGTON — Participants at a

conference on sustainable agriculture in Burlington last Thursday were adamant about the need for change. University of Vermont Interim President John Bramley set the scene for the “Necessary [r]evolution for Sustainable Food Systems” conference.

“Our rural communities are disappearing, our farmers grow old with no prospects for retirement, and their sons and daughters have abandoned the farms and rural communities. Our nation is obese, and we’re dying of diseases related to poor diet and lack of exercise. Most people have no idea where their food comes from or where it’s produced,” he said.

Bramley also pointed to environmental degradation, loss of topsoil and a system dependent on fossil fuels and chemicals. Vermont Secretary of Agriculture Chuck Ross added food access and hunger issues and fair labor issues to the laundry list.

But both Ross and Bramley

ADDISON COUNTYINDEPENDENT Vol. 24 No. 28 Middlebury, Vermont Monday, August 20, 2012 32 Pages 75¢

MONDAY EDITION

• Patty Smith showcases her unique dancing talents in ‘For What It’s Worth,’ a show at the Town Hall Theater on Friday. See Page 10.

Dancing to show protest

• When an 18-wheeler burst into flames, citizens and first responders helped save a man’s life. See Page 2.

Fighting a fire, saving a life

• Brianna McCormick claims the Girls World Championship and Debra Brown is 2nd in the Women’s class. See Sports on Page 18.

Bristol duo winsat horseshoes

Field Days a hit in spite of showers, Route 17 repairs

Monkton tussles over proposed 35.9-acre quarrying operation

The Vergennes Farmers’ Market blossomsCity preps forVergennes Day. See Pages 13-16.

En garde!NICO BRAYTON, LEFT, parries an attack by Theo Wells Spackman in a recreation of the duel from “Dangerous Liaisons” during a class

at Middlebury’s Town Hall Theater earlier this month. The class — titled “Are You Talkin’ To Me?” and taught by Lindsay Pontius and Neil

Worden — grew out of the notion that combat on the stage is supposed to look scary but is actually a careful and safe skill. Participants were

taught hand-to-hand stage combat techniques and basic weapons in order to perform some of the most infamous fights in theater history. Independent photo/Trent Campbell

(See Monkton quarry, Page 5)

By ANDREW STEIN MONKTON — The Monk-ton Development Review Board (DRB) is nearing a decision on whether to permit a contentious application for a 30-plus acre quarry off of Monkton Road.

According to the application filed by Brisson Stone LLC and David Shlansky’s Burchfield Management Company LLC, “Brisson Stone will rely on drill-ing and blasting rock ledge to

(See Field Days, Page 31)

By JOHN FLOWERSNEW HAVEN — Addison Coun-ty Fair and Field Days drew to a close on Aug. 11 following another run that officials called a success in spite of some rain that drenched the site during portions of three days of

the annual event’s five-day span.Jim Foster, president of the Field

Days board, estimated attendance at this year’s 64th annual Field Days was around 15 percent lower than last year’s edition. During a good

(See Vergennes, Page 7)

By ANDY KIRKALDYVERGENNES — Vergennes Farmers’ Market board members said the combination of a recruiting effort, a switch from Mondays to Thursdays and a little bit of momentum helped triple the number of vendors at the market in the past two years.

As recently as 2010, maybe a half-dozen vendors lined up along the sidewalk that fronts Main Street in City Park. This summer, as many as a dozen-and-a-half sellers of fruits, vegetables, hot foods, meats and

crafts are showing up and arranging themselves in a triangle along that sidewalk and two more that lead to the green’s central monument to Com-modore Thomas MacDonough.The new align-ment had to be created on the fly, according to mar-ket board member Theresa Smith,

a Panton resident and Vergennes Union High School teacher who, be-

fore a thunderstorm struck on a re-cent Thursday afternoon, was grill-ing farm-raised meat for her first customers. “Honestly, we were not prepared for this many ven-dors this year,” Smith said. “We had to rethink be-cause we had al-

ways set along that front block there, and suddenly we had people ... who ended up behind the market.”

Smith said many longstanding vendors are enjoying much better proceeds. She estimates her take has improved by “probably at least 500 percent.”

“It feels remarkable. I remember coming here and making 30 bucks and thinking, ‘Yes!’” she said.MORE VENDORS SIGN ON

The market’s surge has also caught the attention of vendors. Ferris-burgh’s Flower Power, which sells vegetables as well as flowers and


The Henry Sheldon Museum will run a series of hands-on workshops for children ages 8-12 during July and August. The series focuses on good old-fashioned fun! Children have made their own fun for centuries and we will offer kids the opportunity to use a variety of materials, learn new skills, new games or rediscover old ones! Local “guest stars” will be invited to demonstrate or participate in our workshops to lend their expertise.

The workshops will run during two weeks in July and two weeks in August. Each week will consist of three consecutive workshop afternoons from 1:30-4:00 p.m. Participants must sign up for at least one week (three consecutive days.)

A minimum of 5 participants each week is required to run the programs. A maximum of 20 participants is allowed.

Fees: $75 per week paid in advance, all materials are included.

Henry Sheldon Museum Kids’ Activity Weeks:

Summer is Spelled FUN!

The dates and details for the workshops are:July- 10, 11, 12- Make your own board games, ball

games and wooden toys

July- 17, 18, 19- Quilting, Paper Quilling and Mummy Grave Mystery and Headstone Rubbings

August- 7, 8, 9- Make your own Weathervane, Bean bags and Old Fashion Toy Play Day

August -13, 14, 15- Make your own Middlebury Journal, Cards and Musical Instruments.

A much more detailed description of the camp including day-to-details can be picked up at the Middlebury Parks and Recreation office.

For any questions please contact Susan Peden- [email protected]. Register at the Parks and Recreation office

Camp Kookamunga participantsreceive special discount on price

for weeks they attend both camps!Ask for more details!


IMPORTANT INFORMATION:• MUNICPAL GYM SCHEDULE AVAILABLE ONLINE:

WWW.TOWNOFMIDDLEBURY.ORGOR VISIT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE:

TOWN OF MIDDLEBURY PARKS AND RECREATION

• FALL ACTIVITY GUIDE COMING LATE AUGUST

• SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE FOR ALL PROGRAMS (MUST QUALIFY)

• Fall Soccer Coaches and Volunteers Wanted!

Middlebury Parks And Recreation Proudly ThanksAmerican Legion Post 27

For Their Continued Support Of The DepartmentAnd The Annual New Years Eve Fireworks Display!

Come out and support your localAmerican Legion Baseball team this summer!

Games played at Middlebury College


Other Summer Programs in Addison County



FREE LUNCH DAILYavailable at noon for all kids

CONTACT: [email protected]

www.bgcvergennes.org

August 19th - 23rd

grades k-38 – 11:30am

grades 4-612:30 – 4:00pm

Cheerleading

June 17th - 21st

Learn to design your own video game or animated film

in a week long program

10am – Noon

Game Tech

June 24th - 28th

Use Lego robotics to program a robot to do your bidding

10am – Noon

Robo Tech

August 5th - 9th

Focus on fun and skill development for ages 5 – 12

Ages 4-6 – $809 – 10:30am OR

10:30 – Noon Ages 7 & UP – $125

9 – 10:30am

Youth Soccer Camp

OPENMon-Fri, Noon – 4pm

The Club provides activities for kids 5th–12th grades and includes pool table, games,

computers and lunch.

Social Recreation

OF GREATER VERGENNES

MiddSummer CampJune 17-July 29

Monday-Friday • 8 am-4 pmChoose from one to five weeksLocated at Mary Hogan School

Nutritious snacks and meals providedSwimming & Weekly Field Trips

Scholarships available

For more information contact Beth Bearor, Program Adminstrator,at 802-598-6940 or [email protected]

Sponsored by the MiddSummer Lunch and Recreation Program. We have been offering MiddSummer Camp for 10 years, and we’re going strong!

Whether you’re on the hunt for a calendar of ongoing events,

www.MiniBury.com • Owned and operated by a local Mom!

MiniBury has you covered!

or seasonally appropriate activities MiniBury.com

an insider’s guide to family friendly activities in Middlebury, Vermont

a guide to summer camps,ideas to get you out of the house,

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Middlebury Area Land TrustMALT conserves, promotes, and manages land as natural, open and working

landscapes in Addison County. MALT also manages the Trail Around Middlebury (TAM), a 16 mile footpath, and runs a summer camp program.

National Trails Day Saturday, June 1 9am - 12 noonWork on graveling wet areas, bridge repair, or clearing trail. Let’s Go Birding!Saturday, June 15,9:00 am – 11:00 amA guided walk for all ages on Wright Park’s Quest Trail. Led by Otter Creek Audubon Society Members; meet at Wright Park, Seymour Street Ext.

Upcoming Hikes and Outings and TAM Work EventsBicycle Tour of MALTconserved propertiesSaturday, August 3.Led by David Hallam and Carl Robinson, of MALT.

TAM TrekSunday, September 22Hike, Bike or Run set distances of the TAM to help pay for TAM maintanence.

Rocks and Glacial Depositsof the Champlain ValleySaturday, October 5, 9 - 11 am. Led by Ray Coish; meet at 9 am in the large parking lot of the Co-operative Insurance Companies on Washington Street Extension.

For more information or to become a member, visit www.maltvt.org or call 388-1007

Find us on Facebook

Natural historyGoethean science walkSaturday, July 13, 9am.Led by Marc Lapin; meet at Belden’s Falls, off of Route 7 North.

Children’s Summer Art Camps From 9-11:30 – Tuition $150

• June 24-28, Fly Away with Me• July 1-5, Young Artists• July 8-12, Friendly Monsters & Fuzzy

Friends• July 15-19, Paint it BIG!• July 22-26, Folk Art, Garden Art• July 29-Aug. 2, Fairy Houses• Aug. 5-9, Imagining Egypt• Aug.12-16, Art Around the World• Aug. 19-23, Fair Folk & Mystical Creatures

Pottery• Multi-age Hand Building 5 to adult Tues., Weds., Thurs. 3:30-4:30• Multi-age Wheel/ 8 to adult Tues., Wed., Thurs. 3:30 - 5PM

Children’s Classes• June 17-21, Amate Bark Painting• July 8-12, Pictures Galore• July 13, Cartoon & Drawing Workshop • July 15-19, Create an Island• July 29- Aug. 2, Masks

Adult Classes• Weds. Evening Mixed Level Wheel• Watercolors• Weds. AM Int. Oils: Paint and Process• About Face: the No Fear Self-Portrait• Egg Tempera Introduction• Non-toxic Techniques for Traditional Oils• Colour Mixing• Drawing Techniques and Materials• Keeping a Sketchbook and Journal• Understanding Perspective• Plein Air Oil Painting• Pastels

Middlebury Studio School, 1 Mill St. lower level

Call 802-247-3702 or email [email protected] website: middleburystudioschool.org


Saturday, July 6, 2013Pre-Festival Event, 9am

St. Stephen’s Peasant Market Info: (802) 388-7200

Sunday, July 7, 2013Lake Street Dive 7pm

Pure pop music fun inspired byclassic soul and R&B, jazz and

British invasion

Monday, July 8, 2013 Brown Bag: Rik Palieri Noon

Brooks Williams 7pmOne of the most commanding

performers on the acoustic roots scene

Frank Vignola & Vinny Raniolo 8:30pm

World renowned jazz guitarist with finger-flying solos

Tuesday, July 9, 2013 Brown Bag: Stephen Gratto Noon

Ellis 7pmEngaging writer/singer/performer

hot off a recent Prairie Home Companion appearance

Cassie & Maggie MacDonald 8:30pm

Dynamic Celtic sister duo with fiddle, piano and step-dancing

Wednesday, July 10, 2013 Brown Bag: No Strings Marionette

Company Noon

After the Rodeo 7pm Innovative & imaginative Ameri-cana act with some of Vermont’s

most sought-after musicians

The Holmes Brothers 8:30pmMagnificent old time trio offering

gospel-style R&B and raw electric blues

Thursday, July 11, 2013 Brown Bag: Gary Dulabaum &

Rebecca Padula Noon

Raz-de-Marée (a.k.a. Tidal Wave) 7pm

Unique traditional music ensembleon the Quebecois folk music scene

Kobo Town 8:30pmCalypso, roots reggae and acoustic

instrumentation meet innovativeproduction techniques

Friday, July 12, 2013 Brown Bag:

Magician Tom Verner Noon

Partner Event: Middlebury Arts Walk 5pm

Bob Amos & Catamount Crossing 7pm

Talented bluegrass ensemble with some of VT’s premier

acoustic musicians

The Clayfoot Strutters 8:30pmNew England-based

Contradance Jam Band

Saturday, July 13, 2013 Vermont Jazz Ensemble/

Street Dance 7pm Come early to learn some

dance steps!

Visit festivalonthegreen.org

to learn more about this year’s performers

See our selection of outstanding raffle items and find

out how you can volunteer!

A free family-friendly event supported by community donations

35th Annual Middlebury Summer FESTIVAL ON-THE-GREEN

July 7th – 13th, 2013

Support this year’s festival by clicking JustGive on our website

or by mailing a donation to:

Festival on-the-Green P.O. Box 451


Documents

Middlebury Parks & Rec Summer Activity Guide