Firearms restrictions shot down

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Firearms restrictions shot down
By JASON STARR
The Colchester Sun
Input from residents of Colchester’s
rural, northern neighborhoods convinced the
Colchester Selectboard last Tuesday to table a
plan to increase restrictions on gun use.
The proposal was forwarded by a committee
of citizens led by Colchester Police Sgt. Jeffrey
Bean that studied the town’s regulations over
the past several months. The town’s firearms
regulations have not been updated since 1991,
and a series of resident complaints about
gunshots during last hunting season prompted
town officials to initiate changes.
The selectboard voted unanimously to
reconvene the committee – and include some
of the half-dozen residents who participated
in last Tuesday’ public hearing – in order to
rework their proposal.
The committee had proposed an
approximate doubling of the restricted shooting
areas in town. The new restricted map includes
the northern part of town – neighborhoods off
Clay Point Road and around Niquette Bay State
Park – that are not included in current restricted
areas. The proposal would allow for shotgun
use in restricted areas, but ban the discharge of
all other firearms.
Hunters in the area said the restriction would
eliminate their ability to harvest deer humanely
since shotguns scatter their discharge. While
their range is smaller, which is one reason
their use was allowed to continue under the
proposal, they are less accurate and ineffective
for big game, hunters said.
“I believe allowing (shotgun) use is a token
gesture to avoid litigation,” Watkins Road
resident Christopher Ahrens told the board.
“Buckshot is the least ethical, least accurate and
most wasteful and inhumane way to harvest big
game.”
Joel Bradford is accustomed to shooting
deer on his Camp Kiniya Road property. Under
the proposed restrictions, deer hunting in the
area would effectively cease, he said, and the
local deer population would spike. With more
deer comes more ticks, he said, as deer are a
tick host. Deer and car collisions would also
increase, he said.
“We very rarely buy meat at the grocery
store,” said Bradford. “If I shoot three deer a
year, that’s it. It’s venison lasagna, venison
tacos, venison everything. And it’s fantastic.
It’s good food.”
Jim Hillis, who owns 67 acres near Niquette
Bay State Park where he runs a maple sugaring
operation and a winery, requested an exemption
to allow larger property owners to shoot on
their own property without restrictions. Hillis
hopes to retain the ability to control deer that
defoliate his vineyards.
“I can’t use a muzzle loader on my property
if this were to pass, which I find extremely
aggravating,” he said. “We pay a lot of taxes in
–See FIREARMS page 3
Town signs
exemption from
state shoreline regs
By JASON STARR
The Colchester Sun
Dancers participate in the 31st annual Champlain Valley Folk Festival on Saturday at the Elley-Long Music Center in Fort Ethan
Allen, Colchester.
JASON STARR
A gathering of folks
Festival comes to Elley-Long
By JASON STARR
The Colchester Sun
Revelers of all ages danced into the night at the Elley-Long
Music Center in Fort Ethan Allen on Saturday, participating in
the 31st annual Champlain Valley Folk Festival during its first
visit to Elley-Long.
Once a three-day festival on the shores of Lake Champlain
that attracted the likes of Pete Seeger and Dave Van Ronk, the
festival’s scope has shrunk in recent years. It was a half-day
event this year with an afternoon performance by Canadian
folk band, Finest Kind, and an evening contra dance to the
music of Massachusetts-based Wild Asparagus. About 300
people attended, organizers said, with the festivities wrapping
up about midnight.
“It’s a very special event that people have been coming to
for years, and there are new people who join us every year,”
said Barbara Mines, the secretary of the festival’s board of
directors. “There’s nothing like it.”
The festival started in 1983 in an outdoor venue in
Ferrisburgh with multiple stages and performances, and
bounced around from the Burlington waterfront to the
University of Vermont and back to Ferrisburgh. Last year,
as downsizing began, it was held at the Rockpoint School, a
private alternative school near Burlington’s North Beach.
Elley-Long received high praise as the festival venue
Saturday, with its spacious wood dance floor and concert
hall acoustically tailored to its main function as the Vermont
Youth Orchestra’s headquarters. The building’s smaller
practice rooms served as jam session spaces, and a potluck
dinner filled the time between shows.
“For a one-day event, Elley-Long is perfect,” said Finest
Kind bassist Ann Downey, an Ottawa resident whose mother
lives in Jericho. “To have everyone in one place is perfect, and
what a lovely-sounding room.”
It’s unclear whether the festival will remain at Elley-Long
in future years.
–See FESTIVAL page 3
Severance Corners
continues to develop
By ANTHONY LABOR
The Colchester Sun
Over the past few years, a number of buildings have been
sprouted at Severance Corners in Colchester.
And it’s just getting started.
The site already has a number of residential buildings and
there have been attempts to bring in a hotel as well. Other
proposal ideas for buildings to go into Severance Corners
include a Fletcher Allen Ophthalmology Outpatient Clinic and
more residential buildings.
“Severance Corners is one of six state designated
growth centers,” said Colchester’s Director of Planning and
Zoning Sarah Hadd. “The growth center came as a result
of the Planning Commission’s work with the community
to identify a responsible pattern for growth in response to
growing commercial development pressures from the planned
circumferential highway ramps and the continued town-wide
residential growth.”
The state designation allows developers to bypass state land
use regulations in an effort to concentrate growth in mixed-use
walkable nodes.
In order to keep the designation, the growth center needed
to be served by public transportation, which it got in June
when Chittenden County Transportation Authority Milton
Connection began to provide Colchester with its services.
“I was happy to provide a positive update to the board
in May as part of our five-year review that we would be bus
service was to begin in the summer,” said Hadd. “That was
crucial to keep our designation and keep moving forward with
the development.”
The plan started in the 1990s with the town beginning the
process of getting the growth center to Severance Corners,
which consists of 378 acres.
After years of work, the town obtained designation from the
state as a growth center in 2009.
“Starting in the ‘90s, the town implemented the zoning and
infrastructure necessary to support the growth center and obtain
the designation,” said Hadd. “The designation provides positive
benefits for the developer and the town by providing access to
innovative financing tools.”
S.D. Ireland, the project’s developers, plan to begin
construction on building No. 8 on the site in the fall. The
building will be residential units will be the total number of
units to 250.
“The market has given us a great response with the residential
Colchester Town Manager Dawn Francis has signed a
contract with the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources to
allow the town to continue to manage shoreline development
under local regulations rather than the state’s new Shoreland
Protection Act.
The Vermont Legislature passed Shoreland Protection Act
in February as a way to protect natural habitat around the state’s
many lakes and ponds, as well as shallow aquatic habitat. The
law establishes a 250-foot natural buffer around water bodies,
including Lake Champlain. It went into effect July 1.
The Colchester Selectboard submitted formal opposition to
the regulations while they were being crafted in the House of
Representatives and worked to
ensure there was language in “It allows us to continue
the law to allow for municipal
to administer and
exemptions for towns that
have
existing
shoreline
enforce our shoreland
regulations. Members of the
bylaw. The state and
board submitted comments
during
legislative
study
town worked very
committee sessions about the
cooperatively to ensure
law last summer.
Now, the town has that town residents can
become the first municipality
in Vermont to be granted get permits processed a
an exemption — pending a
little more quickly and
final sign-off from Natural
efficiently than the state
Resources Secretary Deb
might be able to do.”
Markowitz. The Town of
Greensboro, which surrounds
Dawn Francis
Lake Caspian and Long
Pond, has also applied for the Colchester Town Manager
exemption.
Although
Colchester’s
regulations provide for a 100-foot buffer between development
and the shoreline, the Agency of Natural Resources found that
the town and state regulations are “functionally equivalent,”
according to Francis. They serve the same purpose.
“It allows us to continue to administer and enforce our
shoreland bylaw,” Francis said. “The state and town worked
very cooperatively to ensure that town residents can get permits
processed a little more quickly and efficiently than the state
might be able to do.”
The state law applies to all developments within 250 feet
of water bodies greater than 10 acres. In those zones, the law
mandates a naturally vegetated area of at least 100 feet from
the shoreline, a maximum of 20 percent impervious surface, a
maximum of 40 percent cleared land, and assurances of slope
stability for buildings on slopes steeper than a 20 percent grade.
units,” said program developer with S.D. Ireland Robin Jeffers.
“The majority of units for sale have already been sold and the
ones for rent are mostly occupied, so this has become a hot spot
for residents.”
Three buildings that have been approved for the project that
haven’t been built include two residential buildings and one
undesignated commercial building.
There are two other projects approved for the growth center
than have not been built yet according to Hadd.
Another 113 units of housing are expected to be put on
the northeast quadrant of the site, while there are plans to put
another 206 residential units on the southeast side along with
12,400 square feet of retail space, 34,040 square feet of office
and commercial space, 4,050 square feet of restaurant space and
4,050 square feet of daycare space.
“There are limitless possibilities for what buildings can go
into Severance Corners,” said Jeffers. “We have had a number
of businesses inquire about locating their business there,
particularly in the southeast quadrant.
“There is still a lot to be done to develop all of this,” she
added. “We will have a better idea of some things such as the
hotel in the coming months.”
Hadd sees this project as something that Colchester needed
as it moves into the future.
“This project is very important for a growing community
like Colchester,” said Hadd. “We are in good shape as far as
a plan to keep moving forward, so we are all excited to keep it
going.”
Editor’s Note: The Essex Reporter & The Colchester Sun
are based out of an office located in Severance Corners.
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Q&A
The Colchester Sun | Thursday, July 31, 2014
with
Alexis Dubief
“Most people have pulled
an all-nighter – driving
across country, cramming
for a test, etc. So when you
talk about sleep deprivation,
most people will nod their
heads and think they know
what you’re talking about.
But they don’t, I mean, not
really,” explained Alexis
Dubief, a mother of two
boys.
“When you have a baby,
this little 7-pound love
nugget is immediately the
most important thing in the
entire world,” she continued.
“You’re constantly obsessing
– is everything OK? Is
this normal? Am I doing
a good job? Honestly, it’s
exhausting!”
Dubief and her husband,
Yves, moved to Essex
Junction eight years ago
from California when he
was offered a position at the
University of Vermont as
a professor of mechanical
engineering.
Before moving to
Vermont and having their
two boys – Duncan, 7, and
Brice, 5 ­– Dubief used her
Technical Writing and MS
in Finance degrees as a
Software Product Manager
at a subsidiary of Apple
computers.
“I was in charge of a cool
little software product called
Bento that enabled users
to create simple database
applications on a Mac,” she
described. “It was pretty
nifty, but sadly was taken off
the market so I can no longer
walk into a Mac store and
say, ‘Look - I designed that!’
Although I can still point at
my kids and say that, so...”
Dubief admits that being
a stay-at-home-mom – or
SAHM for short – is not her
natural state.
“I am a terrible
homemaker (ask anybody
who has been to our home),”
she said. Which is part of the
reason why she started her
website, troublesometots.
com.
“This website started out
as a way for me to play with
Wordpress, social media,
SEO, etc. It was an engaging
project for me to noodle
on when the kids were
napping.”
But sleep was evasive
for the Dubief family in the
early months of their sons’
lives. And that’s how topics
on baby sleep and sleep
deprivation became the focus
of troublesometots.com.
Since she first started
blogging in 2011, Dubief is
now on target to reach over 1
billion page views this year.
She also launched her first
book “Precious Little Sleep”
funded through Kickstarter
this year.
She recently elaborated
on her experiences as a techloving SAHM who knows an
awful lot about sleeplessness
and babies.
Q: What is it like to be
that extremely deprived of
sleep?
A: Tired babies cry a
lot. They’re fussy. Soothing
a fussy baby is exhausting.
Getting an overtired baby to
fall asleep (much less stay
asleep) is a huge challenge…
You limp into bedtime ready
for a well-deserved break,
but your non-sleeping baby
is going to continue their
non-sleeping ways at night.
Alexis Dubief, of Essex Junction, is the author of troublesometots.
com and is currently working on her first book “Precious Little
Sleep.”
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expected for a newborn to
need a lot of night care for
a few months, people don’t
always realize that this can
continue for many months.
Now your 8-month-old is
up every 1-2 hours all night
long. The grandparents have
gone home and the neighbors
have stopped dropping off
casseroles – there is no end
in sight. You aren’t sure how
you got here exactly and you
are definitely not sure how
and when things will get
better. The pit of sleep
deprivation can be dark and
deep. And unlike most of
our previous experiences
with sleep deprivation (á la
studying for finals) it’s not a
discrete event, it just goes on
and on.
I don’t mean to suggest
that babies aren’t delightful,
because they so totally are.
But when things go south
on the sleep front, it can
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be challenging to enjoy the
delightful part of babyhood
because you’re too tired to
fully embrace the joys of
baby.
Q: Why did you start
TroublesomeTots.com?
A: I started blogging
about kids and sleep
because we had a terrible
go of it (both of my little
dudes had terrible reflux,
which made our transition
to parenthood unusually
rocky) and I learned a ton
through that process that I
felt I could share with others.
At heart I’m a researcher,
so digging through baby
sleep books and academic
research is something I’m
pretty comfortable with.
Fundamentally, all I do
is read a lot, ask many
questions, and distill it down
into basic ideas that I share
online.
I never expected to have
any readers. Now millions
of people from all over the
world visit my site every
year. Honestly, it’s thrilling!
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platform (my website) and
they felt I could use it to
market my book. I felt I
could do the same thing,
more quickly, on my own.
Time will tell if this was a
wise or foolish decision.
I still have an agent and
she feels the traditional
publishing opportunity that
I turned down is still on the
table. But after Kickstarter,
I’m 100 percent committed
to the path I’m on.
I never believed I could
or should write a book. Nor
was I convinced the world
needed another baby sleep
book. One parenting-author
famously (OK it’s not
famous, but it’s such a great
quote it should be famous)
said: “There are so many
baby sleep books, they’re
giving them out by the cord.
Like firewood.”
So the whole thing really
started when the agent
called. Could I write a book?
Should I write a book?
Is this a terrible idea that
will end in humiliation and
disgrace?
Last September I started
working on it, figuring I
would see what happened.
Admittedly it’s been a slow
slog – I write when my
youngest is at preschool
(which is only a few hours,
a few days a week). But it’s
come together. I’ve shared
it with others and gotten
strong feedback. So I keep
chugging away at it. And
here we are.
Q: What’s left in
the process before it is
available to parents or
parents to be?
A: I’ve got to finish my
manuscript (about 20,000
more words) this summer
and then I start working with
external editors. I’ve got
a few lined up, including
a good friend and highly
qualified local editor,
Caroline Webster. There are
different kinds of editing
(manuscript, copy editing,
proofreading) and each one
will give me feedback that
I’ll have to work through
the draft. After all of those
iterations I’ll share with beta
readers (essentially blog
readers who have offered
to help) for feedback. Does
the book cover all the key
points? Does it make sense?
Is it funny enough?
Then it goes off into
interior layout and design,
illustration, and cover
design. My initial goal was
January 2015, but sadly I
think March is probably
more realistic.
Q: How did you find
the Kickstarter campaign
model? Would you
recommend it to others?
Any tips or tricks to a
successful campaign?
A: Kickstarter is a ton of
work. I spent three months
getting ready to launch my
campaign and then little
else other than work on the
campaign for the month
that it was live. I’m both
surprised and delighted that
my campaign was successful
(reaching 170 percent of my
target goal). My readers and
friends were amazingly kind
and supportive and the whole
process has been fantastic.
But I can’t recommend it
to everybody, as there are
some things that people
considering Kickstarter
should know:
1) Your Kickstarter
project amount must be far
larger than what you need to
complete your project. Why?
Because you’ll need to pay
Kickstarter, Amazon, and
whatever rewards you have
promised to your backers.
My campaign generated an
amazing $17,000 but after
expenses I’ll only have
$10,000 to put towards my
book. Which is still amazing,
but people are often
surprised that I don’t have a
$17,000 book budget.
2) I think some people
think Kickstarter is a place
where you launch your
campaign and kind people
will come fund it. This is
almost never true.
The people who backed
my campaign were close
friends and blog readers.
Without blog readers the
Kickstarter campaign would
have been a huge failure.
Less than 3 percent of my
funds came from people who
found me on Kickstarter.
The average Kickstarter
backer is a young hip dude
and those people tend to be
most interested in certain
categories of projects: cool
gadgets, design, comic
books, etc. Unless your
project is going to be highly
appealing to hip young
dudes (and even then it’s
no guarantee) you shouldn’t
count on random people on
Kickstarter to make your
project a success.
3) It costs money to
put a Kickstarter campaign
together. I spent $600
on mine: graphic design
(a great Essex Junction
designer, Carisa Jewell),
video production (Champlain
College student and Essex
Junction resident, Devin
Renca), etc. I didn’t have
the requirement of only
hiring other Essex Junction
residents, it just happened
that way. You could do it
cheaper, but it’s hard. If your
project isn’t fully funded
you walk away with nothing.
So you’re taking a financial
risk. If you come into the
project understanding these
issues and still feel it’s the
right decision, then definitely
give it a go.
Q: How many readers
to you have on your
website?
A: My site gets about
500,000 page views a month.
About half are from the
U.S. and the rest are from
all over the place (Canada,
UK, Australia, China,
etc.). Honestly I don’t blog
frequently (about 1-2 times
a month) but I’m lucky in
that my topic is “evergreen.”
The posts I wrote last year
are still useful to people
having babies today. If some
new piece of research comes
out that impacts something
I’ve written in the past, I
would go update it to reflect
the new knowledge but
otherwise they hold up over
time.
Between maintaining the
blog, trying to write a book,
staying present on social
media, it’s easily 20 hours a
week. Not easy as a SAHM.
Mostly I squeeze it in during
the brief moments when
my kids are happily playing
Legos together.
As for topics, it’s
pretty easy. I get tons of
emails a day all of which
are questions. So I’ve got
a really good idea of what
my readers are interested in
hearing more about.
Q: Of all the advice you
give to parents what is the
most important thing?
A: There is nothing you
can’t handle. Sometimes
we start getting panicky, we
loose faith in ourselves.
Don’t. You can and will
figure out how to make
things better for your whole
family. You are infinitely
capable of this. Come up
with a plan and do it. And
remember, there is nothing
you can’t handle.
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5, play in their backyard in
Essex Junction.
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The Colchester Sun | Thursday, July 31, 2014
Police Beat
Colchester man arrested for
bank robbery
Erik Weinmann, 31 of Colchester, was
arrested on Friday for his role in the robbery
of the Merchant’s Bank in Colchester.
An investigation revealed Weinmann
handed a teller at the bank a note indicating
he had a gun and demanded money. The teller
handed over a sum of money before he fled
on foot.
Colchester Cpl. Michael Akerlind an adult
male running in the area of the bank and the
Price Chopper parking lot. Akerlind followed
the subject, who turned out to be Weinmann,
who started to take evasive actions when he
realized he was being followed. Akerlind
followed the subject into a crowded office
building and when he confronted the male
when he heard over his radio the bank had
been robbed. Weinmann surrendered to
Akerlind and was arrested.
At the time of his arrest, Weinmann was
armed with a toy gun and had the money and
toy gun on him.
“Cpl. Akerlind’s astute observations
and decisive actions quickly ended what
could have been a dangerous situation,” said
Colchester Police Chief Jennifer Morrison in
a press release. “His bravery and outstanding
attention to duty are exemplary.”
Maplefields store robbed
Colchester Police received a report of an
armed robbery that occurred at the Maplefields
Store located at 77 US Route 7 in Colchester
at approximately 3:50 a.m. on Monday.
The clerk reported that a male subject
dressed in dark clothing with clothing
covering his face, entered the store and
demanded the cash from the registers. The
male purported to have a handgun under his
clothing, however a gun was not actually
displayed. After receiving the money from the
clerk, the male suspect fled the store on foot
into the wooded area to the north of the store.
A Colchester Police canine team tracked
the suspect to near the intersection of Route
7 and Wiley Road. The canine team also
recovered some clothing items that had been
discarded by the suspect after fleeing the
store. Those items will be sent to the Vermont
Forensic Laboratory for analysis.
The suspect is described as a white male
about 5 feet, 9 inches tall with a slender
build. The suspect was wearing jeans and a
dark colored sweatshirt, dark colored hat and
camouflage gloves. The suspect made off
with an undisclosed amount of cash anyone
with any information about this crime is
asked to call the Colchester Police or Crime
Stoppers.
FESTIVAL
from page 1
“Our goal is to make it a weekend like it used to be,”
Mines said.
Board president Barry King said the downsizing was
necessary due to a lack of volunteers to put on a big event,
rather than a lack of festival-goers.
“We are all volunteers,” he said. “We need more
people to get back to a weekend.”
The festival attracts folk music lovers from around
Vermont and the Northeast. It was started as a way to
“honor the dance and music traditions of the Champlain
Valley and beyond,” King explained.
“There’s a really rich history in this area of contra
dancing and traditional music.”
FIREARMS
from page 1
this town … I’m just asking
for a landowner’s right to
be able to hunt on our own
property.”
Anthony Pelletier said the
restrictions would disallow
his hobby of setting up a
target shooting range on his
six acres.
“I spend quite a bit of time
doing this,” he said. “I can
assure you it’s not unsafe …
I can’t say there’s no chance,
but there is a minuscule
chance of involving another
person.”
Pamela
LawrenceDinsmore also lives in the
Clay Point Area and she
pointed out that shotguns are
safer for the neighborhood
because of their smaller
range, compared to rifles.
“I’m concerned about
people who aren’t respectful
of hunting and what guns can
do, and who aren’t in it for the
food and the honest sport of
it,” she said.
Selectboard chairwoman
Nadine Scibek said resident
complaints last fall came
from the Clay Point area,
Pine Island, Marble Island
and Malletts Bay Road.
“We just want to make
sure it’s fair, that people are
safe, and that hunters get to
hunt,” she said. “We’re trying
to find balance.”
Jay Peak defends dissolution of
partnership with EB-5 investors
By HILARY NILES
Vtdigger.org
The management of Jay Peak Resort
is defending its right to convert $17.5
million in equity stakes held by immigrant
investors into unsecured, nine-year loans.
The conversion was implemented on Aug.
31, 2013, without the knowledge or consent
of 35 immigrant investors who each put up
$500,000 toward the construction of Tram
Haus Lodge, which is part of the Jay Peak
Resort.
The deal was disclosed to reporters and
the Vermont EB-5 Regional Center last
year, but investors were not sent a copy of
paperwork for the original loan until May of
this year.
Jay Peak has since offered a second IOU
to investors that shortens the repayment
period to five years. The promissory note is
secured by the value of Jay Peak Resort, says
company president Bill Stenger.
But a group of 20 disgruntled investors
question the value of the guarantee. Several
say they expected to receive the principal on
their investments at the end of a five-year
period.
The Tram Haus Lodge, which was
constructed in 2008, is the first phase of $312
million in EB-5 investments in Jay Peak
Resort, located in the Northeast Kingdom.
The company and the state’s Agency of
Commerce and Community Development
say the decision to convert the equity
investments into loans was entirely within
the company’s rights.
Jay Peak owner Ariel Quiros said the
transaction was “200 percent” ethical.
The federal EB-5 Immigrant Investor
program, through which Jay Peak has
raised about $300 million for development
of Jay Peak and other sites in the Northeast
Kingdom, requires all investments to be atrisk, meaning there can be no guarantee of
payback.
Quiros bought out their equity stakes, he
said, thereby ending their limited partnership
in the firm. The transaction effectively meant
they were no longer EB-5 investors, Quiros
said, which in turn freed him up to guarantee
repayment. Such a guarantee would not have
been permissible within the program’s strict
confines, he said.
“We took something that was not
guaranteed and made it guaranteed,” Quiros
said in an interview Sunday. “How can you
possibly call that wrong?”
But about half of the Tram Haus
investors were incensed when they learned
in January that their $500,000 ownership
stakes in the project had been turned into
IOUs the previous August. They were upset
by delayed notification about the deal,
unhappy with the terms and doubtful of its
propriety. The revised note, issued in July,
did not appease them.
Turning an equity investment into a loan
is a big deal, according to Ronnie Fieldstone,
a securities lawyer who served on the best
practices committee of the Association to
Invest in the USA, an EB-5 trade group of
which Stenger is a board member. Fieldstone
is not familiar with the details of the Tram
Haus arrangement; he spoke broadly about
EB-5 investments in general.
“But there’s nothing inappropriate about
having that right, as long as you tell people
about it,” Fieldstone said.
Stenger and Quiros hold that their sole
discretion was established very clearly in the
agreement all investors signed. What they
didn’t do was let investors know they were
exercising it. In that the Tram Haus friction
is unique.
Controversy is not new to the EB-5
world. Since the inception of a “regional
center” pilot program in 1992, a few highprofile scandals have stymied the works.
Most involve outright scams, such as
the alleged swindle the U.S. Securities and
Exchange Commission settled with EB-5
developer Anshoo Sethi in March. Less
scandalous is the profound disappointment
of legitimate projects that, for whatever
reason, don’t gain enough traction to create
the American jobs that earn investors and
their families permanent residency. In some
cases, investors don’t just lose their money;
they get deported.
None of that is the case with Jay Peak.
All six EB-5 projects the resort has
undertaken have been substantially
completed: hotels and amenities built,
evidence of job creation approved by
federal overseers, and permanent residency
obtained. Some investors have gone on to
achieve citizenship, Stenger said, and now
they’ll be repaid. Two more projects already
“We took something that was
not guaranteed and made it
guaranteed... How can you
possibly call that wrong?”
Ariel Quiros
Jay Peak owner
are lined up in the EB-5 queue, with still
more in the pipeline.
Stenger is the first to admit he was
“clumsy” with notification about the August
transaction to close out the limited partners’
equity in Jay Peak’s first project, which
funded construction of the Tram Haus
Lodge.
In hindsight, he said in an interview
Tuesday, it may have been better to poll all
35 investors to gauge their satisfaction with
the terms of the deal.
“But I think what they wanted was to
have their funds returned,” Stenger said.
That’s what the promissory note guarantees,
he said.
Quiros said the decision to execute the
investors’ exit strategy in August 2013 was
prompted partly by some investors who had
asked for it, and also by an approaching
promotional trip to recruit investors for
pending EB-5 projects — namely, the AnC
Bio biotech research and manufacturing
facility in Newport, and buildout of Q Burke
Mountain ski resort in Burke.
He wanted Stenger and Jay Peak
representatives, as well as Gov. Peter
Shumlin and other state officials, to be able
to say on a trip to Asia that his first batch of
investors were being paid back.
“It shows the world of EB-5 that I’m
giving money back to investors,” Quiros
said. “OK, over time, but at least now you
know you’re going to get your money back.”
Criticism or no, Quiros said, all the
projects he’s undertaken have been approved
and built.
“Look at the hotel. Touch the hotel.
Count the square footage,” Quiros said.
“Look at the document. You signed for that.”
Stenger pointed to the state’s revised
revenue forecast, unveiled July 24 by the
state’s consulting economists. Job growth
in historically downtrodden Orleans County
for the first time is outpacing all other
counties. In their presentation to Shumlin
and the emergency board, economists Tom
Kavet and Jeff Carr attributed the growth to
Jay Peak.
Stenger said he is making up for poor
communication that led Tram Haus investors
to question the circumstances of the deal.
“I made some mistakes... I feel we have
really addressed those issues,” Stenger said.
“But we’re doing a good job, we’ll continue
to, and we’ll certainly learn from this
situation.”
Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., a champion of
both EB-5 at the federal level and Jay Peak’s
Northeast Kingdom Economic Development
Initiative in Vermont, is unswayed in his
support of both the resort and Stenger as its
leader.
“I know Bill, and what he has done
for Vermont speaks volumes,” Leahy said
Monday in a written statement to VTDigger.
“He has acknowledged that he did not keep
these investors informed in a timely way,
that he regrets that, and that he’s intent
on learning from this experience what he
needs to do better. I know he cares about his
community and his business partners and I
trust that he wants to ensure that his investors
are treated fairly.”
Leahy said the hundreds of investors who
have gained permanent residency, by proving
to the federal immigration authorities that
their investments in Jay Peak created jobs,
“speaks to how seriously Bill has taken his
obligations to the investor community.”
He added that he will continue to press
in Congress for the EB-5 regional center
program to be made permanent before it
expires in September 2015.
“I know that Vermont’s program and
those who use and promote it will continue
to improve and strengthen their practices in
order to promptly resolve these concerns,”
Leahy said.
Shumlin did not respond to two requests
for a response to the matter. In a press
conference Tuesday, he said the state’s role
is to do due diligence to ensure propriety
“whenever we have concerns.” “And
obviously, we’re doing that,” Shumlin said.
Pat Moulton, Shumlin’s newly appointed
secretary of Commerce, said Monday her
staff will take the Tram Haus situation into
consideration as it looks at new memoranda
of understanding with future EB-5 projects.
“Yes, we would expect a higher level
of communication,” Moulton said. “It’s a
good business practice, whether it’s required
or not.” The regional center is rigorous in
its oversight of all projects, Moulton said,
but the issue of the transaction itself —
converting an investment to a loan — is
between Jay Peak and investors alone.
It’s not an agreement to which the state’s
regional center is a party.
Anthony Poore, a senior community
development analyst with the Federal
Reserve Bank of Boston, led a delegation to
Newport in September 2013 to learn more
about EB-5 as a tool for rural economic
development.
His office had heard about the program’s
positive impacts in the Northeast Kingdom,
and staff wanted to learn more about it from a
project and regional center widely perceived
as among the better outfits in the country.
Boston Fed officials were impressed by
what they saw at the time, and have continued
to consider its viability for other states.
Without direct knowledge of the Tram
Haus deal, Poore said Monday, the Fed could
not offer comment.
But news of dissatisfaction among some
investors, Poore said, “does cause us to
pause.”
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OPINION
Perspective
All is not fair on
land and water
By DENISE SMITH
With the State of Vermont and the Environmental
Protection Agency once again discussing new pollution
limits for Lake Champlain and how to achieve them, the
current state of the lake and Vermont’s waters in general is
once again being hotly debated. The Secretary of Agriculture
was in St. Albans last week to consider the possibility of
additional regulation for farms with fields identified in 2011
as critical sources of pollution in Missisquoi Bay.
The problem in Lake Champlain, and in most of the
surface waters in Vermont, comes from water landing on the
ground and moving swiftly, and in some cases with extreme
force, into the rivers and streams taking with it everything
on the ground. My job, and the job of many other extremely
dedicated people, is to help ensure that the water that
traverses multiple properties is as close to clean as possible
when it reaches the nearest conduit to Lake Champlain.
Vermonters, and especially anyone who lives in the
Lake Champlain Basin, can all agree that clean water is
extremely important, and Lake Champlain in particular is
a tremendously valuable asset that provides drinking water
for human and animal populations, and financial resources
to the state. No one wants a dirty lake, so why does the
conversation about how best to protect it deteriorate so
quickly?
The simple answer is that because water has no political
boundaries and impacts everyone. Because it flows over
privately held land, we have to regulate and enforce
policies on private properties to ensure that water is not
taking so many pollutants with it that it overwhelms the
natural ecological system. This means the state and federal
governments have to pass laws and enforce the Clean Water
Act.
Most recently Vermont passed the Shoreland Protection
Bill, a statewide bill that regulates what people can do along
their shorelines on lakes and ponds. This bill impacts anyone
who owns waterfront property. It is not a water quality bill
as much as it is beneficial to lakeshore habitat and ensuring
better erosion control along shorelines. However, owners of
properties along most of the lakes and ponds were against
it because it regulates what they can do on their own land,
even though it will help
in protecting those lands.
“We all need clean
One of the most significant
water; it should be
reasons for not supporting
the bill is that “the farmers”
the most apolitical
were exempt from it.
The stated reason for
discussion on the
not including farms in the
planet.”
shoreland bill is that they
have other laws that regulate
them and their interactions
with land and water. The most touted rules are the Accepted
Agricultural Practices (AAPs) and the medium- (defined
by 200+ cows) and large-farm (defined by 700+ cows)
permits. How are those rules enforced? This is where the
conversation once again breaks down and leads to extremely
difficult dialogs between neighbors, friends and the State
of Vermont about how we address reporting or enforcing
the laws that deal with the discharges into our lakes and
streams.
We all need clean water; it should be the most apolitical
discussion on the planet. The only right answer is to work
toward solutions that stop the input of pollution into our
waterways. Many farmers and water quality groups in our
watershed have been implementing various practices that
are helping, but it is not enough. We are short on funds,
political will and enforcement.
The state’s TMDL plan may start to get at it, creating pain
for everyone in the watershed, but even then the question
of how to pay for it hasn’t been answered, and outside the
watershed, legislators are balking at footing the bill.
We all love Lake Champlain and what it represents. We
all need clean water to live. We all want clean water for our
children. How we get there is to come up with the right suite
of regulations, conservation and stormwater practices, and
money to implement them. Then we all need to make sure
the rules are followed.
Denise Smith of St. Albans is the executive director of
the Friends of the Northern Lake Champlain.
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annual Vermont Dressage Days competition Aug. 9-10. The
event is expected to attract more than 100 dressage riders from
across Vermont, New England and New York, all competing
for top honors in 50 classes. It is the only northern Vermont
event sanctioned by both The United States Equestrian
Federation and The United States Dressage Federation, as
well as the American Quarter Horse Association.
The event is a benefit for Women Helping Battered Women
and The Vermont Humane Federation. Spectators are
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event runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.
Progressing past the Circ
By BRIAN SEARLES
Over the past months there have been many attempts to link
the Circumferential Highway (Circ) project in Chittenden County
to the global businesses decisions of IBM that may affect the
Essex Junction plant.
That the Circ is being used for political posturing is not
surprising or new. What is surprising is the lack of facts in the
narrative that is being put forward.
The Circ was a dinosaur of a project that languished for over
30 years. In the meantime, cost estimates had ballooned, nearly
doubling to $200 million. And in the end every stakeholder,
including IBM, agreed it was best to move in another direction
with a realistic plan that addresses Chittenden County’s
transportation concerns for nearly half the cost.
When Governor Shumlin took office in 2011, no construction
had taken place on the Circ project in nearly 18 years. Yet between
1993, when the four-mile segment in Essex was opened, and 2011,
nearly $32 million was spent on the Circ. Significantly, during
that time, transportation investments changed direction. Urban
ring roads fell out of favor nationwide, new capacity projects
became limited, average daily traffic fell, new technology in
intersection control and demand management emerged. A sharper
understanding of environmental concerns was shared by all, and
federal dollars became more constrained. A bloated $200 million
investment in outdated technology was simply not in the cards.
As a result, the Chittenden County Regional Planning
Commission led a task force at the Governor’s request that
included all of the Circ stakeholders. The group met for 30 months
and re-examined the problems that needed to be fixed using all of
the new available tools to create an array of projects designed to
have a much more positive impact on traffic issues than the Circ
ever promised. The task force included membership of state and
federal transportation partners, the Circ towns, GBIC, the Lake
Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Conservation
Law Foundation, the Vermont Natural Resources Council, IBM
and others.
In the end, the Task Force voted unanimously to approve
34 projects with an estimated cost of about $100 million, half
the cost of the Circ. Twelve are short-term (3-5 year horizon)
projects such as the Crescent Connector in Essex Junction and
Exit 16 improvements in Colchester; 19 are medium-term (5-10
years) such as a grid street system near Exit 12 off Interstate-89
in Williston and Severance Corners improvements in Colchester;
and three are longer-term projects (more than 10 years) that
include major work on Exit 12 and improvements to Redmond
Road and Mountain View Road, both in Williston.
In addition to costing half as much, these projects differ
from the Circ in another important way: They will actually
be completed. The 34 projects have all been approved by the
Vermont Legislature and are part of the state’s capital program.
Several even received funding in the 2015 budget.
Those are the facts. And that’s progress of which Vermont
and Vermonters should be proud.
Brian Searles is Vermont Secretary of Transportation.
Does Montpelier have its priorities straight? By ROB ROPER
Much focus lately, both from our politicians and our media,
has been on IBM, the potential sale of its Essex facility and the
question of what will happen to its 4,000 employees. The Greater
Burlington Industrial Corporation (GBIC) has proposed, among
other measures, making a $4.5 million cash payment — the entire
newly formed Enterprise Investment Fund — to either IBM or the
plant’s buyer to keep jobs here in Vermont.
Eyebrows also raised when we learned Keurig Green
Mountain decided to open its new cold-pod factory in Atlanta —
home of new partner (and large and growing shareholder) Coca
Cola — and not in Vermont despite years of encouragement
and investment by the state through the Vermont Employment
Growth Incentive Program to expand here.
These are certainly important developments deserving of
attention, but another story that got less press and deserves more
consideration is the decision of Burlington’s Benway’s Taxi
to close its doors after 30 years, laying off approximately 70
employees this summer. The company’s owner, Wanda Robar,
blamed new healthcare laws, burdensome regulations and the
generally high cost of doing business in Vermont as the reasons
for shutting down.
A story that got little if any attention was the closing of
the iconic West Danville General Store after over 100 years of
operation. Weybridge General Store owner, Doug Tschorn of
Arlington, stated that he might be next after Vermont’s increase in
the minimum wage goes into effect. Tschorn explained, “We’re
a small family business. We’ve had the store for 30 years, and it
was so much easier to operate in the past than it is today because
of the pressures from the state.”
While a number of companies have made headlines recently
because they are moving out Vermont, such as Kennametal, Huber
& Suhner, Energizer, Plasan Composites, these are companies
with a national or international footprint. Their decisions are
based on global as well as local factors. Benway’s, general stores,
and other similar small businesses, however, are Vermont grown,
Vermont based, and state policy has a great deal to do with their
fate. While 70 employees doesn’t sound like much next to 4,000,
there are a lot more Benway-like companies in Vermont than
IBMs.
A recent report by the Small Business Association noted that
59 percent of Vermonters are employed by small businesses as
compared to 49 percent nationally. That’s 156,750 of our friends,
neighbors and relatives, a number nearly 40 times the size of IBM
in Essex. There are over 60,000 sole proprietorships in Vermont.
So, if our economic environment is showing signs of failure for the
mom & pop operations of Vermont, we really ought to take note
and take action. They are the real backbone of our economy, not
to mention the true Vermont brand. When you think “Vermont”
do you think IBM, or do you think locally produced maple syrup
purchased at a small general store?
CNBC just released its latest ratings for the best states for
business, and Vermont scored an overall 42nd — a ten state drop
from our 32nd place ranking in 2013. Many organizations publish
such ratings, and Vermont is regularly found in the bottom ten,
but CNBC’s ranking formula is pretty sophisticated, and it is one
Vermont has done comparatively well on over the past five years
(ranking mostly in the 30’s rather than the 40’s).
CNBC tabulates their rankings based on 56 input measures
within 10 weighted categories: cost of doing business (Vermont:
41), economy (Vermont: 23), infrastructure and transportation
(Vermont: 49), workforce (Vermont: 50), quality of life
(Vermont: 2), technology and innovation (Vermont: 37), business
friendliness (Vermont: 31), Education (Vermont: 2), cost of living
(Vermont: 40), and access to capital (Vermont: 31).
Vermont’s most positive attributes appeal to individuals and
families: a stellar lifestyle, and good schools for kids. Our most
negative characteristics — poor infrastructure and inadequate
workforce — are deal breakers for large multi-national
corporations, and there’s not a lot we can do in the short term
about either on the scale an IBM is looking for. In light of this,
policies dumping millions on large multinational corporations
while punishing small mom and pop operations with higher
minimum wage requirements, higher property taxes, and threats
of things like mandatory paid sick leave, and a very high (as
much as 18 percent) payroll tax to pay for single payer healthcare
appear backwards.
Vermont’s priority should be to enact policies that will
help keep the small scale businesses we have here growing and
thriving. Second, we should be putting policies in place that will
attract 4,000 good-paying jobs spread across hundreds of small
businesses rather than a few big ones.
Boston, New York and Montreal are filled with highpaying, low-environmental-impact, small-scale firms in finance,
software, law, communications, design, entertainment, etc. Let’s
start asking what we have to do to get them here.
Rob Roper is president of the Ethan Allen Institute.
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The Colchester Sun | Thursday, July 31, 2014
COLCHESTER’S WEEKLY
Town News
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BOOK REVIEWS
“Colchester, Vermont, located on Lake Champlain’s Malletts Bay, is
a diverse, civic-minded community endowed with a rich heritage of
commercial, agricultural, recreational, and educational gifts. Proud of
the quality of life already enjoyed here, the people of Colchester seek to
build upon this foundation to ensure economic prosperity, recreational
opportunity, and an entrepreneurial spirit for future generations.”
Vision Statement, Heritage Project, 2012
“Butter,”
by Erin Jade Lange
Young Adult Fiction, 2013
Reviewed by Gizelle Guyette, Youth Services
His name is Marshall. He weighs over 400 pounds.
At his rich-kid high school, no one even bothers to
pick on him anymore. Despite his being the biggest
person anyone there has seen, it’s like he’s invisible,
even to his own father and the jerks who gave him the
name everyone calls him: Butter. Butter is especially
invisible to Anna, on whom he’s been crushing
forever. By day, she’s one of those A-list girls who’s
way, way, way out of his league; by night, she’s his
online girlfriend. As smooth-talking JP, he can make
a pretty girl love him online. But Anna wants to meet
in person. On New Year’s Eve.
After a series of events go from bad to worse,
Butter decides he’s had enough. He announces that
on New Year’s Eve he’s going to eat himself to death,
live, recording the entire thing. He expects pity, or
for someone to intervene. What he gets is instant
popularity, everyone around him suddenly paying
attention… egging him on to go ahead and do it.
His reality is his classmates’ entertainment. Surely
someone knows he’s a real human being, not a TV
show?
Harsh, well-paced, sarcastic, with the main
character simultaneously a dreamer and a fatalist, acid
and tender-hearted, Butter was unforgettable, and an
impressive first novel for author Lange.
The following information highlights some activities performed by
the Town from July 21 – 25.
TOWN MANAGER’S OFFICE
Reported by Dawn Francis, town manager
IThe Selectboard held a public hearing to obtain comments on
proposed changes to our firearms ordinance, which has not been
updated since 1991. A number of citizens commented on the
proposed amendments to the Firearms Ordinance in person and
via electronic mail. The Selectboard voted to table the proposed
amendments and requested the Firearms Safety Task Force
provide their recommendations in light of the public input. These
amendments are on our website or at town hall for viewing and
your input are welcome.
For more information about the Town Manager’s Office, visit http://
colchestervt.gov/Manager/index.shtml or call (802) 264-5509.
ASSESSORS
Reported by Bob Vickery, assessor
The Assessor’s Office has lodged the fiscal year 2015 Grand List
(GL) in the Colchester Town Clerk’s office.
•The State equalization study for 2015 has started. This is
a three-year sales study that will determine the Common
Level of Assessment (CLA). The CLA is used in the formula to
determine Colchester’s State Education Tax rate.
•The higher the percentage of the CLA, the lower the tax rate.
•The closer the CLA is to 100 percent, the closer the
assessments are to the Fair Market Value
•Over the last four years the CLA has been favorable to the
Town:
o 2011 99.67%
o 2012 97.89%
o 2013 98.70%
o 2014 98.78%
The equalization study will be concluded in December 2014,
when the State gives the new FY 2016 CLA to the Town.
For more information about the Assessor’s Department, visit http://
colchestervt.gov/Assessor/assessorHome.shtml or call (802) 2645670.
“Learning to Swim,”
by Sara J. Henry
Adult Fiction, 2011
Reviewed by Penny Cunningham, Youth Services
This book begins with a terrifying image; a young
child is falling from the late evening ferry as it crosses
Lake Champlain. How the child is rescued by the
narrator, and the chain of events that follow, make
this a book that is hard to put down. Troy Chance is a
plausible and sympathetic heroine. Her actions have
unintended consequences as she tries to protect the
child – and herself – from dangers that are revealed
gradually as the plot develops. The book is set in Lake
Placid, Montreal and Northwestern Vermont, and the
strong sense of place rings true, making it a satisfying
thriller for those of us who live here.
TOWN CLERK’S OFFICE
Reported by Karen Richard, Town Clerk
Tax Bills Were Mailed
•The tax bills were mailed Tuesday, July 14. Examine your tax
bill closely to make sure that the proper rate has been applied.
If you filed your homestead the rate for the education taxes
should be the residential rate. The deadline for filing the
homestead has been extended to Oct. 15. Filing late will result
in late penalties being applied to the education taxes. The
Selectboard voted to reduce the penalty for filing late from 3
percent to 1.5 percent.
•Taxes are due Aug. 15. When they are not received on the
15th or postmarked by the U.S. postal service by the 15th
they are considered late and subject to an 8 percent penalty
and 1 percent interest. These rates are set in the charter. The
town charter is in the process of being reviewed and we are
recommending that the penalty amount be reduced, due to the
many requests from the taxpayers.
•You can pay your taxes by check, cash, money order, escrow,
auto-debit or credit card. If you pay by credit card there is a
convenience fee of 2.6 percent that is received by the credit
card company and not revenue to the town. You can pay by
credit card up until midnight on the 15th. Payments will also be
accepted in the drop box until midnight on the 15th. Payments
received after the 15th in the drop box are considered late and
subject to penalty and interest.
•Election August 26 - District 9-2 polling location has moved to
Malletts Bay School
•There is a state primary election on Aug. 26. Due to a conflict at
the high school the polling location will be moved to Malletts
Bay School on Blakely Road. The polling location for District 9-1
is the same: Colchester Meeting House on Main Street.
•Since it is a state primary election you will be given four ballots
for your district, one ballot for each major party. You do not have
to declare a party. You will vote one ballot and deposit three
ballots into the box for “unused ballots”. If you are requesting
the ballots to be mailed to you the process is the same. You will
be mailed four ballots. You will vote one ballot and deposit the
three blank ballots into an envelope marked “unused ballots”.
You must return all ballots; the ballot that you vote is in one
envelope and the three blank ballots into another envelope.
Visit the link below to view the Warning and ballots for each
district. The ballots are here so feel free to stop by and vote or
call 264-5520 with a request for us to mail them to you.
For more information about the Town Clerk’s Office visit http://
colchestervt.gov/TownClerk/townClerkHome.shtml or call (802) 2645520.
FINANCE
Reported by Aaron Frank (asst. town manager/CFO)
Recent activities have included:
•Monthly financial report summary: after 12 months, we are 3
percent under budget on expenses and almost on budget on
revenues. Most of the savings are labor related.
•We expect to finish FY 14 with revenues exceeding expenses
by about $300,000. The Selectboard has taken $50,000 of the
savings to develop a stormwater utility for public consideration.
Currently, stormwater operating expenses are funded by the
general fund property tax budget, in the amount of about
$175,000 annually. The stormwater utility could receive
revenues from tax-exempt properties, reducing the taxes on
business and residential parcels. The Selectboard assigned half
the remaining savings for accrued leave liabilities, and the other
half towards funding the FY 16 budget, so as to reduce the
amount of property taxes to be raised.
•Completed changes to computer backup system, reducing
$3,000 in annual operating expenses.
•Working on reductions to telephone bills and increasing
reliability of phone system using leased lines and our voice over
internet system.
•Working with the Colchester Police Department, the Town of
Milton and the City of Winooski on expanding our fee for service
public safety dispatch operation and growing the non-property
tax revenues generated by our dispatch operation.
For more information about the Finance Department, visit http://
colchestervt.gov/Finance/financeHome.shtml or call (802) 264-5650.
Read news
from Parks and Rec,
online:
www.colchestersun.com
For more information about
the Town of Colchester visit the
town offices at 781 Blakely Road,
Colchester, online at
www.colchestervt.gov
or call (802) 264-5500.
Volunteers
By SUE ALENICK
United Way Volunteer
Volunteer once a week,
once a month or once in a
while. The listings below are a
sample of the 300+ volunteer
needs from more than 250
agencies found online at
www.unitedwaycc.org. More
information available at 8601677, Mon.-Fri. from 8:30
a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Read to us
RSVP of Chittenden
County is looking for RSVP
Read to Me Volunteers to
help build literacy skills
so children are ready for
kindergarten.
Volunteers
read to children in local
Head Start classrooms or
childcare centers run by and
for New Americans. Training
and ongoing supervision are
provided. References and
background check required.
Contact Phet Keomanyvanh
at 861-7821 or phet@
unitedwaycc.org.
Build a fence
Ethan
Allen
Homestead needs a group
of 10-15 volunteers to help
build a fence around their
historic garden on Sept.
3. Tasks require walking,
lifting and digging and being
outside all day. Contact
Dan O’Neil at 865-4556 or
ethanallenhomestead@gmail.
com.
Summer camp
Camp
Exclamation
Point, Inc., has volunteer
opportunities
for
camp
counselors and certified
lifeguards for a one-week
camp Aug. 15-23 at their
beautiful lakeside site in
Thetford. Most of the 100+
campers are in grades 3
to 5 with others in a Teen
Leadership
Program.
Excellent meals and training
provided.
Contact
John
O’Farrell at (413) 384-2623
or [email protected].
On the board
Essex CHIPS, School
Based Mentoring and Teen
Center is seeking energetic
and committed adult and
youth volunteers to serve
on their Board of Directors.
CHIPS promotes the making
of healthy choices through
youth-adult
partnerships,
youth leadership and civic
engagement. CHIPS runs an
after-school drop-in Teen
Center and other youth
programs. Board members
attend monthly meetings
and take part in various
fundraising and community
outreach events. Contact
Adriane Schubert at 8786982 or adriane@essexchips.
org.
Essex Automotive Services
THE ROAD AHEAD
Prompted by the fact that 90% of automobile crashes are caused by driver error, vehicle manufacturers are
forging ahead with plans to shift responsibility from the driver toward
new safety systems. Perhaps the
most promising of these is “forward
collision warning” (FCW), which
utilizes sensors or cameras to keep
constantly checking the distance between it and the vehicle in front of it.
If the system calculates that a crash
is imminent, it will alert the driver
with visual and audible warnings. It
may also get the brakes ready to provide maximum stopping power and
tighten the seat belts in anticipation
of a crash. Some systems will go a
step further by activating the braking system if the driver does not.
Today’s informative column has
been brought to you as a public
service. If you check your fluid, and
it is low, keep in mind that your
power steering fluid level needs to
be monitored, since if it continues
to lose power steering fluid, you
may have a crucial leak, and
should be fixed as soon as possible.
We will be happy to answer any
questions you may have. At ESSEX
AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES, you
can trust us with any repairs for
your car. Call 802.879.1966 today,
or bring your car to 141-147 Pearl St,
Essex Jct. We offer same day service,
and free customer shuttle. Ask us
for details.We open 6:59am, with
no appointment needed.We feature
A.S.E. Technicians. “Service You Can
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HINT: According to Insurance Institute for
Highway Safety tests, vehicles equipped with
forward collision warning systems are in 7%
fewer crashes, while those equipped with the
automatic braking system reduce crashes by
14% to 15%.
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hearing aid manufacturers. Our only commitment is
to your quality of life. Hear better, live better.
Call 802-659-HEAR (4327)
to schedule today.
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Enjoy all that Camels
Hump has to offer
in this Clean, Comfortable, very well
maintained insulated
Camp. Enjoy the
friendships, love of
nature, sport, relaxation and great memories of a camp. Move in condition.
Composting toilet system, No water, NO septic. Call for features.
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Four Seasons Real Estate Inc. 802-893-4316
Hometown experience, service and pride . . . everyday.
The St. Michael’s Playhouse
presents “Ring of Fire: The
Music of Johnny Cash” as the
final installment of its popular
summer theatre series. “Ring
of Fire” is a unique musical
about love and faith; struggle
and success; home and family
all told entirely through Cash’s
catalogue of music. Show runs
through August 9. McCarthy Art Center, St. Michael’s
College Campus, 8 p.m.
$32.50- $43.50. Tickets: www.
saintmichaelsplayhouse.org or
654-2281.
Build a Balloon Car. Discover the power of
air. Watch air pressure demonstrations
and construct your own air-powered balloon car. Presented by Create-It Lab,
mobile creativity lab. Ages 8 and up.
Registration is required. Dorothy Alling,
Memorial Library, 2-4 p.m. Free. Information: 878-4918.
How Interns Can Help Your Business. The
Franklin County Chamber of Commerce
presents the next installment of their
“Strategies for Success” business seminar series called “How Interns Can Help
Your Business.” Presenters Kathy Lavoie
and Roxanne Vought discuss the benefits
of opening your business to students or
recent graduates interested in learning a
new skills or expanding upon a desire to
learn more about your specific business
operations. The seminar will also cover
how to get started in posting advertisements, expectations and types of work;
and whether or not the position should be
paid or unpaid. St. Albans Free Library,
St. Albans, 3:30-5 p.m. Free to Chamber
members; $10 non-members. Information:
www.fcrccvt.com or 524-2444.
Trivia Mania. Nectar’s presents Trivia Mania, a pub style trivia game. Questions
are displayed on the TVs and are read
aloud. Categories range from pop culture, history, science, literature and more.
Entertainment provided by Top Hat DJS.
All ages. Nectars, Burlington, 7-9:30 p.m.
Free. Info: 658-4771.
Patrick Fitzsimmons Band in Concert. The
Colchester Parks and Recreation Department presents the Patrick Fitzsimmons
Band in the second installment of their
summer concert series. Bring lawn chairs
or blankets and picnic dinner. Great music all with the beauty of Malletts Bay as
a backdrop. Lower Bayside Park, Colchester, 7 p.m. Information: http://colchestervt.gov/Recreation/SummerConcertSeries.html
AUGUST
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This immaculate ranch home is located in Heritage Estates in
Essex. Move-in ready with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, formal dining
and living rooms, family room with wood stove, 3 season
sunroom, 2 car garage and amazing Mt. Mansfield views.
Offered at $348,900.
RING OF FIRE: THE MUSIC OF JOHNNY CASH
Thursday
Friday
Queen
City
Ghostwalk:
Darkness
Falls. Paranormal historian Thea Lewis
highlights haunted happenings throughout
Burlington. Meet at the steps in City Hall
Park 10 minutes before start time. Preregistration is required. City Hall Park,
Burlington, 8 p.m. $15. Tickets: Flynntix.
org.
Festival of Fools.
The Festival of Fools is a
curated festival of street theater, celebrating circus arts, music and comedy for
family audiences. Four main stage locations surrounding the Church Street Marketplace and City Hall Park will feature
continuous street theater from internationally acclaimed performers. Church Street
Market Place and City Hall Park, Burlington; Friday 12-9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.8:30 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Free. Information: www.vermontfestivaloffools.com
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Saturday
Zentangle Beyond Basics Class. The Artists’
Mediums will be hosting this advanced
Zentangle, which builds upon many of the
techniques learned in the Introduction to
Zentangle class. Learn how to weave one
tangle into the next to create an organic
looking piece that grows together as one.
More complex tangle patterns, shading
techniques and tangle enhancers will be
explored. All materials will be provided
with a class fee. Space is limited, sign
up in advance. Artists’ Mediums, Williston, 2:30-4:30 p.m. $40. Information:
979-1236.
Duct Tape Regatta. The North Hero Historical
Society presents the Duct Tape Regatta.
Teams must race boats constructed of
only cardboard and duct tape over a
600-foot course. Rowers must be 8 or
AUG
1
older, and must be wearing PFDs. The
whole family can join in the boat construction. Make a boat of any size or shape,
using just two components: duct tape and
cardboard. Boats can be raced by any
number of rowers. Open registration and
inspection begins at 9 a.m. First race begins at 10 a.m. Hero’s Welcome, North
Hero, 9 a.m. $25. Information: www.
HerosWelcome.com/links.html or 3724161.
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Sunday
Community Breakfast. The Ladies Auxiliary
to the Veterans of Foreign Wars will be
hosting a community breakfast. The menu
will include all your breakfast favorites.
Plenty of food for everyone. All are invited, both members and non-members.
VFW Post 6689, Essex Junction, 9-11
a.m. Adults $7 and children 10 and under
$3. Information: 878-0700.
Community Breakfast. The American Legion
Post 91 will be hosting its weekly community breakfast. The menu will include
a buffet of all your breakfast favorites
including eggs, breakfast meats, coffee,
juice and more. American Legion Post 91,
Colchester, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. $7. Information: 872-7622. Wild Mushrooms of Summer. The Audubon
Center presents an informative class
about the large variety of gourmet and
medicinal mushrooms found in Vermont. Ari Rockland-Miller, co-founder of The
Mushroom Forager, makes mushroom
hunting accessible, safe and entertaining. Join Rockland-Miller for his colorful presentation introducing the region’s
most distinctive and delicious species. A
foray in the rich woods that surround the
Audubon Center will follow the class. Preregistration is required. Audubon Center,
Huntington, 1-3 p.m. $25 members; $30
non-members. 434-3068 or vermont@
audubon.org.
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Trivia Night. Trivia buffs gather for a meeting of the minds. Hotel Vermont lobby,
Burlington, 7-9 p.m. Free. Contact: 6515012.
Tuesday
Community Conversation on Opiate Addiction. The United Way of Chittenden
County and Vermont Department of
Health will co-host a Chittenden County
community conversation as a follow-up to
the Governor’s community forum on opiate addiction in June. This meeting will
convene partnerships to begin building
a coordinated, community-wide strategy
to address heroin and opiate addiction
in Chittenden County. Vermont Commons
School, South Burlington, 8:30a.m.-12
p.m. Free. Contact Susan: 861-7823.
Peace and Popcorn. The Peace and Justice
Center will be hosting the next installment of it’s casual series of
peace and social justice films from
their video library. The film is chosen
Blood Drive. The Jericho-Underhill Lions Club
will be sponsoring a blood drive. Blood
supplies are low at this time, and any
help is greatly appreciated. Donors
can enjoy pies and other desserts after
donating. Donors will receive a coupon
for a movie ticket at the Essex Cinema,
and coupons good towards Turkey Hill ice
cream. Donors must be at least 17 years
old, weigh over 110 lbs., and be in good
health. Covenant Church, Essex Junction,
1-6 p.m.
“Pop-Up” Gastronomy: A New England Terroir. The Echo Lake Aquarium and Science Center presents the third installment
of its popular “Pop-Up” Gastronomy
dining experiences. The inspiration for
this installment is drawn from New England’s culinary landscape that both acknowledges its history and forges its own
unique identity. The multi-course dinner
will explore the regional bounty of New
England including the meat, seafood,
cheeses and vegetables found throughout the region through the lens of the
cultures that have shaped it. The event
will be limited to 100 people. Echo Lake
Aquarium and Science Center, Burlington,
6-10 p.m. $65 ECHO members; $75 nonmembers. Tickets: www.echovermont.org
Very well maintained log home in the village. 2278 sq. FT,
3 BR and 2 BTH with Remodeled Kitchen. A great wooded
lot with numerous flower beds, flowering trees and a pond.
Enjoy the quiet surroundings on the patio, deck or inside the
screened gazebo. Easy walk to Five Corners, schools, park
and municipal pool. Just off Maple Street in Essex. $325,000.
For info call Mary 802-878-5728
Thursday
Bayside Concert Series: Last Words. The
Colchester Parks and Recreation Department presents the Last Words in the
third installment of their summer concert
series. The band plays at clubs and
events around Chittenden County. Their
music ranges from rock to pop to country
with an emphasis on cover songs. Bring
lawn chairs or blankets and picnic dinner. Great music all with the beauty of
Malletts Bay as a backdrop. Lower Bayside Park, Colchester, 7 p.m. Information:
http://colchestervt.gov/Recreation/SummerConcertSeries.html
Fun & Funky Burlington Business Association Summer Social. The Burlington
Business Association invites area professionals to come network with BBA members over Switchback brews and local
food. Top Hat Entertainment will be on
hand providing music and entertainment.
Switchback Tap Room, Burlington, 5:30-8
p.m. $25-$35. Information: 863-1175 or
[email protected].
ONGOING
Essex Community Justice Center’s Citizen
Advisory Board Meetings. Meetings
MISSION POSSIBLE URBAN SCAVENGER HUNT
The United Way of Chittenden County is excited to announce the return of Mission
Possible. Mission Possible is a fundraising event designed to help raise awareness and
motivate the community to get involved. This event is open to the public and twenty participating teams of two will have the opportunity to help raise funds for the community
and compete in entertaining mental and physical challenges. The scavenger hunt will
take teams all over town to explore and puzzle their way through the exciting mapped
out course while also learning more about specific local non-profit programs. Prizes
provided by various local businesses will be awarded directly following the scavenger
hunt and snacks and lunch will be provided to all participants. All proceeds raised
from the event will benefit The United Way of Chittenden County and local partner
agencies. Burlington Waterfront, Burlington, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Information: MissionPossibleVT.com or facebook.com/missionpossiblevt.
Wednesday
Waterfowl Meeting. The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department will be hosting a public
meeting on the status of waterfowl population and waterfowl hunting season. Vermont waterfowl hunters are encouraged
to attend one of these meetings and
share their preferences and opinions with
other waterfowl hunters and wildlife personnel. Memorial Hall, Essex Center, 7-9
p.m. Free. Information: 828-1000. 7
Monday
Chamber Music Concert. The Colchester
Community Band presents an evening of
Chamber Music at St. Michael’s College
conducted by Jacob Morton-Black. McCarthy Arts Center, St. Michael’s College
Campus, 7-8 p.m. Free. Information: 8812567.
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by night-of participants. Good films and
good company. All are welcome. Peace
& Justice Center, Burlington, 6 p.m. Free.
Information: 863-2345, x2. AUG
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take place on the second Wednesday
of all even numbered months. The
Community Justice Center provides restorative responses to crime and conflict
in the greater Essex area. The Citizens
Advisory Board advises the Community
Justice Center on policy, direction and
programming in an ongoing capacity. Community Justice Center, Essex
Junction, 5:30 p.m. Contact Kate: 6620001 or at [email protected].
Harriet Farnsworth Powell Historical Museum. The museum contains vintage
photographs and collections of everyday objects from Essex Junction and Essex Town. Self-guided walking tour offered. Open through October. Harriet
Farnsworth Powell Historical Museum,
Essex, Thursdays 6:30-8 p.m.; Sundays,
1-4 p.m. Free. Contact Eva: 879-0849. Writers for Recovery. The Turning Point Center of Chittenden County are offering
a series of free summer writing workshops focusing on stories of addiction
and recovery for individuals and their
families. The series aims at leading the
writer to explore their experiences of
addiction, recovery and family relationships in the shadow of addiction. Led by local author, Gary Miller and
documentary filmmaker, Bess O’Brien,
the series will engage the writer to
explore their own story, while working
at their own pace. Writers will have
the option of including their work for
display during Burlington’s Annual Celebrate Recovery Event, which will be
held in September. Every workshop
will begin with pizza. Workshops run
on Wednesdays, through Aug. 20. The
Turning Point Center of Chittenden
County, Burlington, 5:30 p.m. Free. Information: writersforrecovery@icloud.
com or 861-3150.
Colchester Farmers’ Market. Wednesdays. The market will take place rain
or shine, and will feature local farmers, artisans, food vendors, and often
music. Limited parking is available at
Burnham Library, with additional parking at Our Lady of Grace next door.
4-7 p.m.
Five Corners Farmers’ Market. The market
features local farmers artisans, food
vendors and entertainment. Fridays
from 3:30-7 p.m. on Lincoln Street in
Essex Junction. More info: 5cornersfarmersmarket.com.
Essex Rotary Meeting. Essex Rotary Meetings are held on Wednesdays at 12:10
p.m. at The Essex. Serving the communities of Essex, Essex Junction, Jericho
and Underhill.
Colchester-Milton Rotary meeting. Thursdays. Serving the communities of Colchester, Milton and the Champlain Islands. Hampton Inn, Colchester, 12 p.m.
BTV FLEA. Burlington’s South End Arts District will add a monthly Sunday flea
market to its line-up of destination
events through October. The market
will feature an eclectic mix of vintage
household goods, local artists, woodfired pizza and tours of the nearby
Switchback Brewing Company. Vintage Inspired Lifestyle Marketplace,
Burlington, 12-4 p.m. Contact: 4885766 or [email protected].
Essex Eats Out Community Meals. Essex
Eats Out seeks to build community connections by providing healthy, free
meals in a warm, safe and inclusive
atmosphere. Meals will be served:
first Friday at First Congregational
Church; second Friday at Holy Family/St. Lawrence Parish Center; third
Friday at St. James Church; fourth Friday at Essex United Methodist Church;
and fifth Friday when applicable at St.
Pius X Church. 5:30-7 p.m. each week.
Transportation available. Call Dawn
Thursday by 9 a.m. to schedule Friday
transit: 878-7622. Information: [email protected] or www.essexeatsout.org.
Bagpipe and Drum Lessons. The St. Andrew’s Pipeband of Vermont offers
instruction for bag piping and drumming as an encouragement and incentive for attracting new members. The
instructional program is designed to integrate and transition a piper or drummer into the “parade” band at a level
of basic competency. St. James Episcopal Church, Essex Junction, Wednesday evenings. Free. Contact Beth: 3434738.
Drop-In Pottery Wheel Class. Spend Friday nights with our pottery instructors
learning the basics of wheel working.
Try the wheel and have some fun with
other beginner potters. Through demonstrations and individual instruction,
students will learn the basics of preparing and centering the clay and
making cups, mugs and bowls. Price
includes one fired and glazed piece
per participant. Additional fired and
glazed pieces are $5 each. No registration necessary but space is limited.
First come, first serve. BCA Print and
EVENTS AT BURNHAM MEMORIAL LIBRARY
Thursday, July 31
Song of Science. Join Gary Dulabaum as we sing a song of rockets, simple machines and
a frog’s life cycle and learn cool scientific facts you’ll never forget. Register online.
3 p.m.
Friday, August 1
Writing Workshop/Coffeehouse. Someone has to write “the next great thing,” why not
you? Join other writers from the Essex Free Library for a day of creative energy and
workshopping. Come back in the evening and read your work in front of an audience
at the culminating coffeehouse. Register online. Workshop 2-4 p.m.; coffeehouse
6:30 p.m.
Monday, August 4
Young Adult Advisory Board. Help make the library a destination for people your age.
Young adults in grades 6-12 can join the fabulous people on the Library’s Young Adult
Advisory Board. 5:30 p.m.
Write Now! Get the inspiration to start writing that poem or book that will someday be
your bestseller. If you’re in grades 6-12, and you want to join a writing group, this is
it. 6:30 p.m.
Colchester Democratic
Caucus Meeting
The Colchester Democratic Caucus will
meet Thursday, July 31st at the Bayside
Activity Center (36 Blakely Rd.) at 6:00
PM. Light refreshments. All invited.
HOME
GROWN
HARVEST
Celebrating all things
local. Save your copy in
this week’s issue and
find your own tastes
of summer.
Tuesday, August 5
Toss Your Cookies. Want to go medieval on your competition? The laws of physics still apply hundreds of years later. A trebuchet-making competition using principles of physics, some basic materials and your own brainpower. At the second session on August 7,
we’ll do the tossing. A prize will be awarded to the winner. Register online. 3-5 p.m.
Wednesday, August 6
Experiment & Explore: Take Things Apart. Have you ever wondered what the inner workings of a computer or a cell phone look like? Bring any tools you think might help you
take things apart and anything you have always wanted to take apart. For ages 5
and up. Register online. 2 p.m.
DCF Book Discussion Group. Join other kids aged 8-11 and voice your likes and dislikes
about Dorothy Canfield Fischer Award books. This month, we’ll discuss “One Came
Home” by Amy Timberlake. 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Evening Adult Book Club. We meet on the first Wednesday of every month.
This month, we’ll read “The Kindness of Strangers” by Katrina Kittle. 6:45 p.m.
Thursday, August 7
Trivia Takedown with Josh. Come with a team or solo, and join our trivia contest. Topics
will include literature, science, history, pop culture, and more. Snacks will be provided,
and the winning team will receive a prize. Register online. 6:30 p.m.
ONGOING
Colchester Farmers’ Market. Wednesdays. The Market will take place rain or shine, and
will feature local farmers, artisans, food vendors, and often music. Limited parking
is available at Burnham Library, with additional parking at Our Lady of Grace next
door. This week, our wellness table will have RehabGYM talking about “Use It to Lose
It.” 4-7 p.m.
First-Time Kindergartners. Monday, August 11, 18, and 25. Meet other children (and
their parents) who are heading to kindergarten in the fall. Stories, activities and a
chance to share your thoughts. Everybody leaves with a free book. Come to one session or come to all three. Register online. 10:30 a.m.
Burnham Knitters. Knitters of all skill levels meet Wednesdays. Beginners welcome. Colchester Meeting House or Burnham Memorial Library. 6-8 p.m.
Preschool music with Derek. Wednesdays. Derek brings music and fun every Wednesday. Best for ages 3-5. 1-1:30 p.m.
Drop-in story-time. Saturdays. A weekly selection of music and books for children of all
ages. No sign-up required. 10 a.m. Contact: 878-0313.
Toddler Story Time. Tuesdays. A weekly selection of music, rhymes and stories. For ages
18 months-3 years. Call to sign-up. 10:30 a.m.
Preschool story-time. Thursdays. Join us for stories followed by a craft or activity. For ages
3-6. Call to register. 10:30 a.m.
Drop-In Gentle Hatha Yoga. Tuesdays. Bring a mat and enjoy poses for mindful stretching and relaxation. A registered nurse of over 30 years, Betty Molnar is certified as
a Hatha Yoga instructor from the Temple of Kriya Yoga in Chicago. Beginners and
intermediates welcome. Sponsored by the Friends of the Burnham Library. 4:30 p.m.
Saturday Drop-In Storytime. Saturdays. A weekly selection of music and books for children of all ages. No sign-up required. 10 a.m.
Burnham Library hours
Monday, Wednesday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday: 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Friday: 12-5 p.m.; Saturday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
898 Main Street, Colchester
Contact: 879-7576 or [email protected].
Wheel Studio, Burlington, Fridays 8-10
p.m. $12. Contact: 865-7166.
Drop-In Life Drawing Class. This drop-in life
drawing class is open to all levels and facilitated by local painter Glynnis Fawkes.
Spend the evening with other artists,
drawing one of our experienced models.
Bring drawing materials and paper. No
registration necessary. Ages 16 and up.
BCA Center, Burlington, Mondays 6:308:30 p.m. $8. Contact: 865-7166.
Free Yoga for Survivors. H.O.P.E. Works is
offering a free and confidential traumainformed yoga program for survivors of
sexual violence. Meets on the first Saturday of each month. Registration is required to attend. Laughing River Yoga,
Burlington, 1:30 p.m. Free. Contact: 8640555, x19 or atsarah@hopeworksvt.
org.
Creative Tuesdays. Artists exercise their
imaginations with recycled crafts. Children under 10 must be accompanied by
an adult. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 3:15-5 p.m. Contact: 865-7216.
Bingo. Sponsored by the Whitcomb Woods
Residents Association. Whitcomb Woods,
128 West Street, Essex Junction. Mondays at 6 p.m. Contact: 879-1829.
Beginner yoga classes. Tuesdays. In lieu of a
fee, please bring a non-perishable item
or monetary donation for the Richmond
Food Shelf. Richmond Free Library, 201
Bridge Street, Richmond, 6-7 p.m. Contact: [email protected] or 318-5570.
Burlington Writers Workshop. A free writing
workshop for all Vermonters. Meets ev-
ery Wednesday in downtown Burlington.
Free and open to the public. Participants
must register at meetup.com. More info:
burlingtonwritersworkshop.com.
Cell Phones For Soldiers. Local residents can
support these collection drives by donating their old cell phones at A. W. Rich
Funeral Home, 57 Main Street, Essex
Junction or at the American Legion, 3650
Roosevelt Highway, Colchester. Collections accepted 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact:
849-6261.
Champlain Echoes. A women’s four-part
harmony chorus group seeks additional
women to sing in their holiday performances. Meetings are Monday nights.
The Pines, Aspen Drive, South Burlington,
6:30 p.m. Contact: 655-2174.
Community Wellness Day. Practitioners offer Reiki, Shiatsu, aromatherapy, acupressure, energy work and more to
those looking to experience alternative healing. 2 Wolves Holistic Center
in Vergennes, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. most
Fridays. Sliding-scale donations; preregister the Tuesday prior. Contact: [email protected] or 870-0361.
English As A Second Language Classes. Improve your English conversation skills and
meet new people. Wednesdays. Administrative Conference Room: Intermediate/
Advanced. Pickering Room, 2nd Floor:
Beginners. Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Contact: 865-7211.
Essex Art League. Meets the first Thursday of
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Colchester
Religious Directory
Daybreak Community Church
67 Creek Farm Plaza, Colchester VT. 05446
802-338-9118 or [email protected]
www.daybreakvermont.org
Sunday Service at 10:30am
Lead Pastor, Brent Devenney
Holy Cross Church
416 Church Road, Colchester; 863-3002
Mass Schedule
Saturday: 4:30 p.m.;
Sunday: 8:45 a.m.
Tuesday - Wednesday & Friday: 9 a.m.
For Catholics who are returning home to the Church,
welcome. We are happy that the Holy Spirit is leading you
and we are pleased to welcome you.
Come Join Us!
Islamic Society of Vermont
182 Hegeman Avenue. 655-6711
Islamic Society of Vermont. Join Imam Islam Hassan
([email protected]) for the five daily prayers. Timings at
ISVT homepage www.isvt.org The call for Friday Jumah
prayers is exactly at 1:00PM followed by Khutbah and
prayer. Additional Friday night lectures between Magrib
and Isha prayers. Weekend Islamic classes on Sundays
9:45AM-1:30PM for all children 4 years and older during the
school year. Interested non-members always welcome.
(802) 655-6711 or [email protected] or Facebook.
Malletts Bay Congregational Church UCC
1672 West Lakeshore Dr.
658-9155. Interim Pastor Rev. Debbie Ingram
Worship Service: Sunday at 9:30 a.m.
Church School: Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Fellowship time: Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Childcare provided.
All are welcome!
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
1063 Prim Road, 658-0533.
Rev. Lisette Baxter, Rector
Sundays: 8 a.m. & 10 a.m.,
Holy Eucharist 10 a.m.
Sunday School: Nursery & all grades
Wednesdays: 11:30 Bible class; 12:30 Holy Eucharist
For evening services & Adult Education,
check answering machine. All are always welcome.
United Church of Colchester - ABC
Rte. 2A-Village Green, 879-5442.
Pastor Josh Steely.
Worship: 9:30 A.M.
Nursery care available during worship.
Christ Centered - Family Oriented.
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Georgia, VT
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SWING SET.
$300 or best
offer. 238-6259.
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in Milton. 35’,
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transportation mandatory.
Weekdays,
weekend and holiday hours required.
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necessary. Will train. Send letter of
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items, womens
clothing, couch,
chairs, twin bed
set, video stand,
books, records,
something for
everyone!
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maple dining
room set. Table
measures 40
inches by 5 feet
and can extend
to 8 feet. Five
side chairs and
one armchair.
$350/set. Hutch
that stands 73
inches tall and
5o inches wide
with glass doors
on the top half,
$300. Corner
hutch also with
glass doors.
$200. Sturdy,
quality-made
pieces. 662-4957
APPLIANCES
HOUSEHOLD
items for sale.
4 foot kitchen
table and chairs,
double sized air
mattress, midsized car cover,
miscellaneous
camping items,
and totes. Call
876-7203. Leave
a message if no
one answers.
YARD SALES
GARAGE SALE:
22 Beech St.
Essex Jct.
Countryside
off rt.15. Sat.
August 2, 9-3.
Large multiSale: kitchen
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Works great. $25.
802-752-9234
TOASTER
OVEN, BLACK &
DECKER, good
condition. $20. or
best offer. 802524-6254
ANTIQUES
ANTIQUE TV,
ADMIRAL, 10"
screen. Call
anytime 802868-9594, leave
message.
CHAIR, OAK,
ANTIQUE, with
cushion. Good
condition. $55.
802-868-3691
MIRROR,
ANTIQUE,
36X38, good
condition. $75.
802-868-3691
RADIO, 1927
MAJESTIC,
not so majestic
anymore, a pile
of rubble. Maybe
some good parts.
Free. 802-5245265
Bicycles
YOUTH BIKE,
BOYS, $20. or
A.C. Hathorne Co.
252 Avenue C
Williston, VT
802-862-6473
The St. Albans Messenger is looking for reliable, competent,
accurate, trustworthy, and flexible freelance writers to assist in
telling the stories of Franklin County.
Education in journalism and/or experience in newspapers or
magazines helpful, but may not be required in the final selection.
Photography skills are a plus.
Please send resume (clips are appreciated) and/or a letter
explaining your talents, goals and potential to:
Emerson Lynn
[email protected]
and
Gary Rutkowski
[email protected]
best offer. 802485-8266
BUILDING
MATERIALS
INTERIOR
DOORS (2), 30"
with casing and
36" with partial
casing. Good
condition. $25.
each. 802-5246254
SINK FOR
BATHROOM,
good condition,
like new. $20.
802-868-3691
CAMPING
SUPPLIES
Must be 18 yrs. of age, have a valid
driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, a
telephone and be able to stand for up to
10 hours per day. ADA is family owned
offering employment in several states.
ADA Crew Members are responsible for
the safe movement of vehicular, bicycle,
and pedestrian traffic thru construction
and utility work zones. If you are
looking for a rewarding career, enjoy the
outdoors and keeping the public safe,
please contact us at 888-800-4232.
We have an immediate opening
for a mechanic in the
Williston location.
First and second shift available. Must have
knowledge of preventative maintenance and
light mechanical repairs for medium and
heavy-duty trucks. This person must be a
team player and have their own tools.
• Excellent Benefits
• Dental & Health Ins.
• 401K plan
• Paid Holidays & Vacations
• Uniforms
• Second Shift Differential
For more info please call
Don Therrien at 802-658-0021
Email [email protected]
Or stop by 156 Ave B in Williston
TRAVEL TEA SET,
Asian, like new.
Teapot and two
matching cups in
original insulated
wicker basket.
$100. 802-4858266
ELECTRONICS/
CAMERAS/ETC.
DVD/VCR
COMBO, Sony,
works great. $40.
802-752-9234
MAGNAVOX
BOX WITH
remote. $20.
802-868-3691
TENT
6x6. $40.
802-933-5901
POLK AUDIO
SPEAKER, box
measures 32"H x
14.5"W, (2) 12.5"
speakers, 40 KMS
each, 500 WRMS
inside the box.
Good condition.
$100. 802-8687613
CLOTHING &
ACCESSORIES
WADER BOOTS,
GREEN, brand
new, men's size
10. Call anytime
802-868-9594,
leave message.
COLLECTIBLES
CERAMIC BEARS
About 45-50.
$25.
802-524-9691
COMPUTERS/
SUPPLIES
CHILDREN'S
ITEMS
Flaggers needed
DUTCH OVEN,
5 quart,
Corningware
Visions. New.
Call anytime 802868-9594, leave
message.
SLEEPING BAGS
(2)
$15. each.
802-933-5901
COMPUTER
TOWERS (3), all
work great. $25.
each. 802-7529234
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what you are advertising. Include as much
description as you can so the buyer or potential
employee knows exactly what you are offering.
This may avoid unnecessary calls with redundant
questions!
Women and minorities
encouraged to apply.
MESSENGER SEEKS
CORRESPONDENTS
St. Albans Messenger
281 North Main Street
St. Albans, VT 05478
A/C, stabilizers,
three slides.
Good condition.
Loaded. $12,500.
Negotiable. Call
802-893-1887,
802-488-4836 or
802-488-4835
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EQUIPMENT/
MACHINERY
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FROM ONLY
$4397. MAKE
AND SAVE
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own bandmill.
Cut lumber any
dimension. In
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ship. FREE Info/
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Ext. 300N
FARM
EQUIPMENT
CRADLES
(2), WOOD,
handmade, for
big dolls. Good
condition. $20.
each. 802-8683691
TRACTOR, ALLIS
CHALMERS,
40 hp, 2WD,
with bucket
and chains,
wide front end.
Good condition.
$3,000. or best
offer. 802-8487850
HIGH CHAIR
Graco. $30.
802-933-5901
FIREARMS,
BOWS, ETC.
CRAFTS
& SEWING
SUPPLIES
CRAFTS
DISPLAY CASE,
electric, lighted,
with keys. $100.
802-485-8266
BENELLI
AUTOMATIC 12
gauge shotgun.
3.5" Super Black
Eagle II. Camo.
Nice shape.
Chokes, manual
and case. $1,000.
802-324-4682
DISHES/PANS/
CUPS
FURNITURE
BEAN POT BY
McCoy USA.
Never used. $50.
802-485-8266
COOKIE JAR,
HORSE trailer
design, new, by
Montana. Real
cute! $40. 802485-8266
DESK,
MAHOGANY,
LARGE, roll-up
top, drawer, 2
pull-out shelves.
Excellent
condition. Asking
$150. 802-7829436
It is your responsibility to check your ad on
the first day of publication for any errors.
Refunds are not issued for classified ads, but
if notification is given to our department after
the first day of publication, we will run your
corrected ad for one extra day. We will not
be responsible for more than one incorrect
publication of each ad.
FURNISHINGS
PAPER
PLACEMATS,
9.5 x 14" long.
500 each of the
following colors:
orange, aqua,
coral. $15. each.
802-524-6254
SHEET SET,
NEW, full size.
Striped in color
and never out
of the package.
Price tag still on
package $34.99.
Would make a
great gift. $20.
802-527-7066
after 4 p.m.
SHEETS (6),
COTTON, white,
for double bed.
$15. 802-8683691
WASH STAND,
DOUBLE tubs,
good for flowers.
Call anytime 802868-9594, leave
message.
WICKER
BASKET, WHITE,
large, with two
handles. Call
anytime 802868-9594, leave
message.
LAWN/GARDEN
GARDEN CART,
METAL on
rubber tires,
baskets for tools
and hose drum.
Like new. $100.
802-485-8266
PLANTS,
AFRICAN
VIOLETS, 3 pink
and 1 white, $3.
each. Two orange
trees, $3. each.
Large Christmas
cactus, $10. 802524-9691
PUSH MOWER
Works great. $65.
802-752-9234
OUTDOOR
FURNISHINGS
CHAISE
LOUNGE,
VINTAGE, like
new, aqua color,
wood arms.
Very light and
comfortable.
$75. 802-4858266
GRAVITY LAWN
RECLINER, near
new, light green
and white. Call
anytime 802868-9594, leave
message.
LIVESTOCK/
FEED/SUPPLIES
ANGUS BULL, 16
month old. Good
disposition. Call
802-527-7459
MULCH HAY,
60 bales, $2. per
bale. 802-7825000
MISCELLANEOUS
DOILIES, 5"
LINEN, yellow.
1000 for $10.
802-524-6254
DOILIES, PINK,
ROUND 12",
fancy. 500 for
$15. 802-5246254
GATES,
WOODEN,
(2), for baby
or animal. Call
anytime 802868-9594, leave
message.
MAILBOX,
GIBRALTAR
INDUSTRIES,
locking, curbside,
has 2 keys. Never
been used. $50.
802-868-7613
PAPER TOWEL
DISPENSERS
(3), still in boxes,
white, with keys.
$15. each. 802524-6254
PETS/PET
SUPPLIES
ROOSTERS,
WHITE
LEGHORN, (2),
three months
old. Absolutely
free. Please call
802-868-7652
DOG CRATE,
PORTABLE,
large, canvas,
burgundy and
black. Like new.
Call anytime 802868-9594, leave
message.
POOLS/SPAS
POOL ITEMS
(4) nets, brush,
(2) poles, vacuum
head, test
kit, Soft Swim
chemicals. $50.
for all or can buy
separately. 802524-4337
SNOWBLOWERS
PLOWS
SNOWBLOWER,
JOHN DEERE,
runs good. $125.
OBO. 802-8482052
TOOLS
LADDERS (3), 12'
extension, 15'
extension, and
20' solid. $100.
for all. Call 802782-5000
POWER TOOL
KIT, includes
drill, circular saw,
reciprocating
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saw, flashlight,
batteries and
case. Does not
have battery
charger. Free.
802-489-4934
TABLE SAW,
DELTA, heavy
duty. $100. 802868-4914
VACUUM
CLEANERS
ASHLESS
VACUUM
CLEANER for
pellet stove, 3
months old. $50.
802-848-2052
VACUUMS (2),
WORK great.
$25. each or
$50. takes both.
802-752-9234
WOODSTOVES/
HEATING
HOT WATER
HEATER,
Bradford, white,
40 gallon,
propane. Good
condition. Only
$70. 802-8682408
Tuesday, July 22
0334 Assist Public on Johnson Ave
0550 Suspicious Event on W Lakeshore Dr
0819 Threats/Harassment on Blakely Rd
0839 Assist Public on Prim Rd
0930 Accident on Roosevelt Hwy/Severance Rd
1002 Medical in Colchester
1028 Fugitive From Justice on VT National Guard Rd
1112 Assist Public on Roosevelt Hwy
1125 Simple Assault on Blakely Rd
1257 Fraud in Colchester
1301 Threats/Harassment on River Rd
1339 Assist Public on Hegeman Ave
1411 Larceny on W Lakeshore Dr
1532 Assist Public on Horizon View Dr
1621 Assist Agency on Rollin Irish Rd
1725 Assist Public on Roosevelt Hwy
1915 Assist Public on Longmeadow Village
2103 Accident on W Lakeshore Dr
2110 Suspicious Event on Ethan Allen Ave
2225 Assist Public on S Park Dr
Wednesday, July 23
0716 Medical in Colchester
1119 Larceny on Colchester Pond Rd
1130 Assist Public on Brentwood Dr
1520 Assist Public on Blakely Rd
1827 Accident on Blakely Rd/Severance Rd
1914 Assist Agency on Abanaki Way
1922 Assist Agency on Franklin St
1956 Larceny from Building on Morehouse Dr
2025 Suspicious Event on Malletts Bay Campground Rd
2223 Assist Agency on S Park Dr
2323 Suspicious Event on Jasper Mine Rd
835 Blakely Rd,
Colchester, VT 05446
Emergency 911
Non-emergency 264-5556
0328 Assist Public on S Park Dr
1107 Medical in Colchester
1446 Medical in Colchester
1603 Medical in Colchester
1720 Assist Public on Truman Dr
1751 Assist Public on 6th St
1926 Burglary on Valiquette Cr
2158 Suspicious Event on Roosevelt Hwy
July 22 – July 29, 2014
Thursday, July 24
0032 Larceny from Building on Malletts Bay Ave
0912 Suspicious Event on White Lilac Way
0953 Assist Public on Stone Dr
1105 Larceny on Mountain View Dr
1143 Assist Motorist on Roosevelt Hwy
1217 Trespass on Prim Rd
1238 Suspicious Event on W Lakeshore Dr
1310 Suspicious Event on S Park Dr
1348 TRO/FRO Service on Julie Dr
1407 Suspicious Event on Mountain View Dr
1409 Mental Health Issue in Colchester
1638 Assist Public on S Oak Cir
1643 Assist Public on Valiquette Ct
1659 Assist Agency on Roosevelt Hwy/Severance Rd
1723 Medical in Colchester
1854 Assist Public on Douglas Dr
1911 Assist Public on Blakely Rd
1948 Medical in Colchester
2304 Fraud on Waybury Rd
1420 Suspicious Event on Roosevelt Hwy/Severance Rd
1439 Suspicious Event on Sunset View Rd
1700 DUI on Williams Rd
1755 Medical in Colchester
1800 Assist Public on Marble Island Rd
1801 Assist Public on 6th St
1945 Medical in Colchester
2154 Assist Public on Church Rd
2219 Accident on Holy Cross Rd
2226 Welfare Check on Douglas Dr
2259 Ordinance Violation on Holy Cross Rd
Monday, July 28
0301 Medical in Colchester
0350 Robbery on US Rt 7
0709 Vandalism on River Bend Ln
0904 Suicidal Subject/Suicide Attempt
0925 Accident on Lower Mountain Dr
1005 Medical in Colchester
1219 Accident on Whitcomb St
1502 Assist Public on Blakely Rd
1727 Assist Public on Blakely Rd
1952 Assist Public on Bayview Rd
Saturday, July 26
0006 Assist Public on W Lakeshore Dr
0434 Assist Public on Prim Rd
0554 Accident on Severance Rd/Eagle Park Dr
1219 Medical in Colchester
1354 Assist Agency on New England Ave
1509 Assist Agency on Smith Rd
1540 Assist Agency on Smith Rd
1811 Larceny from Motor Vehicle on Colchester Pond Rd
1816 Assist Agency on MaCrae Rd
1829 Assist Agency on Truman Dr
1845 Intoxication on Roosevelt Hwy
1915 Intoxication on Creek Farm Rd
Friday, July 25
0805 Assist Agency on Main St
0837 Suspicious Event on Heineberg Dr
0923 Robbery on Bessette Dr
0937 Accident on Roosevelt Hwy
1125 Suspicious Event on Heineberg Dr/Bonanza Pk
1416 Assist Public on Heineberg Dr
Tuesday, July 29
0812 Suspicious Event on Woodland Shores
0941 Suspicious Event on Heineburg Dr
0951 Larceny on S Oak Cir
1002 Welfare Check on Heineberg Dr
Total Incidents: 266
For more information about
these and other incidents,
contact the Colchester Police
Department
(802) 264-5556
Sunday, July 27
0310 DUI on Mills Point Rd/Ridge Top Wy
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Current
Exhibits
September
Now featuring
Kevin and Melissa’s
photography at:
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cic
Spotlight on Alyssa Pettingill
B
allet dancers have a new opportunity
this year through the teaching of Alyssa
Pettingill at her Aspire community
studio on River Road in Essex Junction.
Pettingill has partnered with the Essex Junction Parks
and Recreation department to offer students two 10-week
programs of classical ballet. Pettingill will teach all of the
ballet classes, ranging from Ballet II to Intermediate Adult
Ballet.
The 10-week sessions range from $135 to $160 and
began on June 16. Fall classes will begin in September.
Pettingill is establishing these classes under her new
school — Élan Academy of Classical Ballet.
Pettingill, originally of Dover, N.H., attended the
University of New Hampshire where her father was a
theater professor. She graduated UNH with a BA in
Theater and Dance in 1993, and has logged decades of
professional dance experience.
In 2009, Pettingill, her husband James, son Davin,
and daughters Anniella and Siobhan, moved to Essex
Junction. “We really love the wonderful community and
beauty of the area,” she said in a recent interview.
Before this summer, Pettingill taught classical ballet,
pointe, jazz and tap in several studios in Massachusetts,
Students, from the Elan Academy, lace up their ballet shoes
for the Movement Center in Williston and Colchester,
earlier this month at the Aspire studio in Essex Junction.
and for the Richmond Dance Studio.
this is my first year starting my own school, Élan Academy
She recently elaborated on her personal experience as
of Classical Ballet through Aspire. a dancer and professional experience as a ballet instructor.
Q: Where else do you teach?
A: This is it. The perfect opportunity to collaborate
Q: Where and when did you learn ballet?
with EJRP to develop my own academy, and I am
A: I began my classical ballet training in 1978 with
devoted to it solely. I am tremendously excited to offer a
Larry and Colleen Robertson in Lee, N.H. They had
comprehensive classical ballet program, and wonderful
both danced for the San Diego Ballet and the Houston
performance opportunities for all of my students. Ballet, and Larry was a soloist with the Boston Ballet
Q: What is the most challenging aspect of learning
before coming to UNH to run the Ballet program at the
ballet?
University. I was one of their original students when they
A: I suppose that depends on the student. For some it
started their own school in NH.
might be the discipline required, for some the repetition,
I spent summers in intensive training at Boston
for others it may be the physical demands such as flexibility
Ballet, studied with Richard Rein at Portland Ballet, and
and turning out the leg from the hip throughout all
performed with the Robertson’s company, SeaCoast
movement. Some may be gifted physically and struggle
Ballet Company, for six years. Through SeaCoast Ballet
with picking up combinations or the necessity of multiCompany I had many opportunities to perform classical
tasking so many muscles at once, but it is a wonderful
repertoire, such as Snow Queen and Sugar Plum Fairy in
process for all, and every single challenge can be mastered
the Nutcracker, Lilac Fairy in Sleeping Beauty, Hermia in
with practice and devotion. I truly believe there is nothing
A Mid-Summer Night’s Dream, The Can Can Doll in La
which builds self-confidence as much as overcoming a
Boutique Fantasque, Les Sylphides, Pas de Quatre, as well
physical challenge and creating a beautiful way to express
as original works. oneself.
After graduating high school I had a full scholarship to
Q: Why do you enjoy teaching ballet?
the Milwaukee Ballet, and that summer was accepted on
A: I have a passion for the art form, for music, and
full scholarship for the 1988-1989 season with a traineeship
unending gratitude for the caliber of my own training,
to the Pennsylvania/Milwaukee Ballet under the direction
which I feel utterly compelled to share with future
of Robert Weiss. I performed over 30 Nutcrackers and
generations. Every aspect of technique, musicality,
many outreach performances, but the eventual dissolve of
expression and story telling is incredibly important to me
the Pennsylvania/Milwaukee Ballet and an injury that kept
me off pointe for a time led me to acquire work in summer and to see others becoming equally inspired is immensely
gratifying.
stock theater performing in musicals.
To see dancers improve, to see things “click” for them,
I decided to attend UNH to get my BA and round out
but mostly to see them shine from within when performing
my opportunities as a performer by studying jazz, tap
is an amazing gift. To see them bring my choreography
and all aspects of theatrical performance. By my senior
to life on stage, to give something artistically and watch
year I had been awarded the Gary O’Neil “Triple Threat”
others run with it, it’s more than satisfying, it’s knowing I
scholarship for musical theatre.
Q: When did you begin teaching? Why types of dance am doing what I was meant to do. Q: Are you working on a performance?
do you teach?
A: I am choreographing the second act of The
A: I actually started teaching when I was still in college,
Nutcracker, Clara’s Dream, for our first performances the
at Dover Center for the Arts. I moved to Massachusetts
weekend of Dec. 6 and 7 at Essex High School. Auditions
and didn’t return to teaching until my early 30s when my
for Élan Ballet Theatre are open to all Élan students taking
first child was one-year-old. I taught ballet and pointe
two or more classes per week, and will be held Sept. 6 from
primarily, but also jazz and tap for many years at Gotta
Dance in Billerica, Mass., and Centerstage Dance Academy 2-4:30 p.m. at Aspire in
in Tyngsborough, Mass. I taught for the Movement Center Essex Junction.
— Elsie Lynn
(formerly in Williston) and in Colchester from 2010 until
this past June, and for Richmond Dance Studio when it
Editor’s Note:
first opened. To learn more about
Q: What ages do you teach?
the Élan Academy
A: Every age. I teach the very youngest dancers from
age 3 through adult, and thoroughly enjoy every age group. of Classical Ballet
visit: www.facebook.
Q: Is this the first season you’ve offered ballet
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MOVIES AND FUN UNDER THE STARS!
Gates open: 7:30 Showtime Dusk
862-1800
Solé. Solé is a chromatic celebration of
light and equilibrium. The intentional
layering and gentle balance of hues
tangled throughout the various mediums
convey a sense of buoyancy and warmth,
resulting in elegant abstractions.
Atmospheric in tone, each artist provides
an uplifting yet profoundly sensitive
exploration of color. Featuring the work of
Susan Osgood, Alisa Dworsky and Douglas
Biklen. This exhibition runs through Sept.
28. Vermont Metro Gallery at the BCA
Center, Burlington. Gallery hours: TuesdayThursday 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday and
Saturday 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-5
p.m., closed Monday. Information: www.
burlingtoncityarts.org/Vermont_Metro_
Gallery/
Who’s Past? An exhibition of mixed media/
collage by artist Graziella Weber-Grassi.
Graziella explains, “The plentiful encounters
with hundreds of family portraits during
my many visits of flea markets and garage
sales always left me in an unsettled,
skeptical and often sad emotional state…
These unknown personalities and their
obscure past deserved my humble attempt
of bringing new life to them as the past,
present and future are only separated by
a split second.” Exhibit runs through Aug.
31. Vintage Inspired, Burlington. Gallery
hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and
Sunday 12-4 p.m. Artist information: http://
graziellawebergrassi.sqsp.com/
“World in your Hand.” Art on Main
presents “World in your Hand” which
showcases work by Essex Junction
photographer, Cal Williams and pottery
by Plainfield farmer Leslie Koehler. Cal
Williams is a self-taught photographer,
active in the craft since he borrowed his
brother’s camera and purchased his first
roll of film over 50 years ago. Potter Leslie
Koehler received a degree in Art History
from the University of Massachusetts
focusing her studies on Japanese Ceramics.
After graduation she held a yearlong
apprenticeship, then traveled first to
Alaska, then to Africa where she worked
with traditional potters to learn the artistic
skills of indigenous cultures. The exhibit
will be on view through Aug. 17. Art on
Main, Hinesburg. Gallery hours: MondaySaturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, 11
a.m.-3 p.m. Information: www.artonmain.
net or 453-4032.
Upcoming
Events
September
Third Annual Labels for Libations.
Magic Hat Brewing and the South End
Arts and Business Association (SEABA) are
partnering for a third year to launch the
“Labels for Libations” contest. Local artists
can submit designs for Magic Hat Art Hop
Ale’s 22-ounce bomber. One design will be
chosen for the label art and the proceeds
from local beer sales benefit SEABA. The
program supports Vermont’s arts scene by
allowing local artists to submit their creative
label designs. Entries are due by Aug. 15.
Information: www.magichat.net/seaba/
Artist Reception. There will be an Artist’s
Reception for the photo exhibition “XY Masculinity in Photography” at Darkroom
Gallery in Essex Junction on Aug. 8 from 5-7
p.m. This exhibition includes depictions of
nudity and strong social commentary that
may be disturbing to some people. It is not
recommended for those under 18 years of
age. Refreshments will be served.
Lyric Theatre Auditions. Lyric Theatre
Company will be holding auditions for
their production of the Mel Brooks musical
“The Producers” on Aug. 25-28 from 5:4510 p.m. at Williston Central School. Lyric’s
production will feature a cast of 34 with
stage ages ranging from 18 to 60 plus. Those
auditioning must register between 5:45
and 6:15 p.m. Lyric Production Supervisor
Kathy Richards, Artistic Director Corey
Gottfried, Music Director Carol Wheel and
Choreographer Donna Antell will lead the
team. Information: www.lyrictheatrevt.org.
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This story is one that
more people need to
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-Paul
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Sports
THE COLCHESTER SUN / JULY 31, 2014
Monsters drop
four of five
The Vermont Lake Monsters’ struggles have
continued during their latest road trip.
They have dropped four of their last five games
against Brooklyn and Hudson Valley to drop to 16-28
on the year heading into Tuesday’s finale with Hudson
Valley.
The skid puts the Lake Monsters 15 games behind
the Tri-City ValleyCats in the New York Penn League
Stedler Division.
Colchester’s Sean Callahan
delivers a pitch during the
Cannons’ game against
Rutland during the Vermont
American Legion State
Tournament at Castleton
State College last Thursday.
PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED
Cannons’ season ends in state tournament
By ANTHONY LABOR
The Colchester Sun
The Colchester Cannons American Legion baseball team has
proved to be a scrappy team throughout the Vermont State
Tournament so far.
The Cannons have won two games, one in extra innings
and one on a walkoff in the bottom of the ninth inning to
Colchester’s Jared Rylant tags a Bellows Falls runner out at
home plate during a Vermont State Tournament game on
Sunday at Castleton State College.
advance to become one of the final three teams in the
tournament.
Tuesday morning, they finished a game against Addison
County that was suspended on Sunday due to darkness.
The game was continued Tuesday morning with Addison
County coming out on top 7-5 with two runs in the top of
the ninth ending the Cannons’ run to repeat as Vermont state
champions.
“We did a good job fighting,” said Colchester manager
Jeff Mongeon. “This tournament always has twists and turns
and it’s usually the toughest team that wins.”
Colchester entered the tournament as the No. 4 seed in the
north and opened the play against the Rutland, who entered as
the No. 1 team in the south.
Colchester battled out a 5-4 victory in 10 innings to open
its tournament play with a win.
Sean Callahan continued to be a workhorse for the
Cannons, as he pitched all 10 innings giving up four runs,
only three earned, with 11 strikeouts.
“Sean is a very tough competitor,” said Mongeon. “He
took a throw off his pitching arm trying to break up a double
play and pitched through the pain for another four innings. He
is a great example for our younger players on how to carry
themselves.
“He refused to let us even have a relief pitcher warm up,”
he added. “We weren’t about to argue with him.”
Derek Sanderson, Jared Rylant, Nick Lamphere, Cole
Reilly and Ian Machia each knocked in a run in the game.
Brandon Arel scored two runs.
Colchester followed up with a tough defensive game
against Addison County in the second game of the tournament.
The team committed six errors in the game on their way
to a 15-4 loss to fall into the loser’s bracket. Nine of the runs
came in the fourth inning.
–See CANNONS on page 12
Colchester track competes at state meet
The Colchester track and field
athletes traveled to St. Johnsbury on
Saturday for the Parks and Recreation
State Championship meet.
The boys came away with a 13th
place finish out of 18 teams with the
girls finishing 14th out of 19 teams.
Kelsi Pratt led the girls’ team, as
she tallied 16 of the team’s 28 points.
She came away with a first-place finish
in the 7- and 8-year-old softball throw
with a distance of 60 feet, 6 inches. She
placed third in the 50-meter dash (9.56
seconds) and sixth in the 100-meter dash
(18.99 seconds) to finish out her day.
Madison Abair (11- and 12-year-old
800-dash, 3:02.9), Caitlin Beauvais (11and 12-year-old 80-meter hurdles, 19.86
seconds) and Nicole Norton (9- and
10-year-old softball throw, 65 feet) all
came away with fourth-place finishes
on the day.
Norton also finished 10th in the 400dash with a time of 1:36.4 and a 15th
place finish in the 200-dash with a time
of 41.89 seconds.
Maria Quintal placed 11th in the
13-through 15-year-old shot put with a
distance of 14 feet, 4.5 inches and 24th
in the long jump with a jump of 6 feet,
4 inches. She also placed 23rd in the
100-meter dash with a time of 19.75.
Arianna Poole placed 23rd in three
different events. She finished in that
spot in the 7- and 8-year-old 50-dash
with a time of 11.35 seconds, 100-dash
in 23.18 seconds and long jump with a
distance of 5 feet, 2.5 inches.
Other girls doing well for Colchester
included Alyssa Pratt (11- and 12-yearold 100-dash, 200-dash and long jump)
and Zoe Grenon (11- and 12-year-old
100-dash, 200-dash, long jump).
Over on the boys’ side, Luke
Perrotte tallied 17 of the team’s 27
points on the day. He finished first in the
7- and 8-year-old softball throw with a
total distance of 100 feet, 3 inches. He
finished third in the 100-dash with a
time of 17.25 seconds and sixth in the
200-dash with a time of 39.13 seconds.
Braden Schalk also came away with
a first-place finish, as he topped the 11and 12-year-old 80-meter hurdles field
with a time of 16.81 seconds. He also
finished eighth in the 100-dash with a
time of 15.77 seconds.
Oliver Grenon finished the day with
three finishes in the top 15. He finished
eighth in the 9- and 10-year-old long
jump with a jump of 9 feet, 3.25 inches,
12th in the 200-dash with a time of
36.97 seconds and 15th in the 100-dash
with a time of 17.9 seconds.
Domenick Puttlitz was on Grenon’s
heels all day, as he finished with two
finishes in the top 15. He finished 13th
in the 200-dash with a time of 37.36
seconds and ninth in the long jump with
a distance of 9 feet, 2.5 inches.
John Currie placed in the top 15 in
three events. He finished 10th in the 7and 8-year-old 200-dash, 11th in the 50dash and 13th in the softball throw.
Julien Puttlitz (7- and 8-year old 50dash, long jump, softball throw), Dylan
Tompkins (7- and 8-year-old 50-dash,
100-dash and long jump), Liam Messier
(9- and 10-year-old 100-dash, 400-dash
and long jump) and Andre Quintal (9and 10-year-old 100-dash, long jump
and softball throw) had good days for
Colchester at the meet.
Thursday
Cyclones 7, Lake Monsters 2
The Brooklyn Cyclones scored single runs in each
of the first three innings and then broke open a 3-2
lead with four runs in the bottom of the seventh inning
to take the opener of a three-game series against the
Vermont Lake Monsters with a 7-2 New York-Penn
League victory on Thursday night at MCU Park.
The Cyclones jumped out to a 3-0 lead with a
Jhoan Urena RBI single in the first, Michael Bernal
leadoff homer in the second and Urena sacrfice fly
in the third after an Amed Rosario leadoff triple.
Vermont got its only two runs of the game in the fifth
on a Yairo Munoz two-run homer to cut the deficit
to 3-2. The home run was the third of the season for
Munoz, who has hit safely in five straight games (7for-17, .412) and hit all three of his homers in his last
13 games.
Brooklyn broke the game open in the seventh
when they scored four runs (three earned) on three hits
and three walks off Lake Monsters reliever Michael
Fagan. The inning included a Will Fulmer sac fly and
RBI single for Adrian Abreu, who also stole home in
the inning. Bernal and Tucker Tharp both had two hits
for the Cyclones, while Scarlyn Reyes (2-1) allowed
two runs on three hits over five innings for the victory.
Trent Gilbert had two hits for Vermont, which
finished with just five hits and had just one at bat with
a runner in scoring position during the game. Starter
Jose Torres (0-5) allowed three runs (two earned) on
six hits over four innings to take the loss, while Daniel
Gossett tossed two perfect innings of relief with two
strikeouts. The Lake Monsters have now lost 11 of
their last 13 games against the Cyclones, including
six of their last seven games at Brooklyn since start of
2012 season.
Friday
Lake Monsters 5, Cyclones 2
Ryan Huck tied the game with a two-out RBI
double and Seong-min Kim snapped the tie with a
two-run single during the three-run fifth inning, while
Brett Graves tossed three scoreless innings of relief
to lead the Lake Monsters to a 5-2 victory over the
Brooklyn Cyclones in New York-Penn League action
Friday night at MCU Park.
The Lake Monsters trailed 2-1 in the fifth inning
before putting two runners on board on a Gabriel
Santana leadoff bunt single and one-out Scott Masik
hit by pitch. After a Trent Gilbert strikeout for the
second out of the inning, Huck followed with an RBI
double to leftfield to tie the game 2-2. The Cyclones
then elected to walk Jose Brizuela intentionally to
load the bases and Kim made them pay by delivering
a two-run line drive single to right for the 4-2 lead. It
was the fourth two-run hit for Kim in just eight games
with Vermont.
After Lake Monsters starter Cristhian Perez
allowed two runs on four hits with three walks over
the first four innings, the Vermont bullpen took over
with five scoreless innings on just three hits with no
walks and six strikeouts. Corey Walter came on in
relief of Perez in the fifth and tossed a 1-2-3 inning,
then Brett Graves (2-0) took over in the sixth and
allowed just two hits with four strikeouts over three
scoreless innings to earn the victory. Koby Gauna
worked around a leadoff double in the ninth to pick up
his fourth save in five relief appearances for Vermont.
All nine Vermont starters picked up at least one hit
(two-hit nights for Kim and Dayton Alexander), while
Scott Masik scored two runs including an unearned
run in seventh on a leadoff double, passed ball and
run-scoring wild pitch. The Lake Monsters had taken
a 1-0 lead in the second on three straight singles from
Kim, Alexander and Brett Vertigan to load the bases
before a Santana RBI groundout. The Cyclones got
a Mcihael Conforto RBI double in the third to tie the
game and took the 2-1 lead in the fourth on a Tucker
Tharp sacrifice fly.
The win snapped a five-game losing streak for
the Lake Monsters against the Cyclones and was
just the second win in Vermont’s last eight games
played at Brooklyn (19-21). Conforto had two hits for
Brooklyn, while starter Octavio Acosta allowed four
runs on 10 hits over five innings to take the loss.
Saturday
Cyclones 3, Lake Monsters 2
William Fulmer had a two-run single in the second
inning and Tyler Moore an RBI double in the third to
lead the Brooklyn Cyclones to a 3-2 New York-Penn
League victory over the Vermont Lake Monsters on
Saturday night at MCU Park.
The Cyclones loaded the bases with two outs in
the second inning and Fulmer knocked home two runs
with an infield single off Vermont shortstop Yairo
Munoz for an early 2-0 lead. Vermont cut the deficit
in half in the third on back-to-back leadoff doubles
from Brett Veritgan and JP. Sportman, but the Lake
–See MONSTERS on page 12
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The Colchester Sun | Thursday, July 31, 2014
SPORTS
Get Your Rear in Gear 5K
set for Aug. 10
The Seventh Annual Colchester Get Your
Rear in Gear 5K event will be held on Aug. 10.
The race will begin and end at Bayside Park in
Malletts Bay, and travel along the Colchester
Bikepath.
Come together to walk or run in this annual
event that began seven years ago in honor of
Colchester resident and active community
volunteer Denyse Conant, who at the time was
fighting a valiant fight against colon cancer.
Come walk in memory of Conant, who lost
her battle with cancer in October 2011 or in
honor of another one of your friends or family
members. Choose the timed 5K run or simply
gather up your friends for a 5K walk. Race
time is 10 a.m. Come out and help raise awareness and
funds to fight colorectal cancer. Register
through getyourrearingear.com. Dri-fit shirts
and goodie bags are guaranteed to the first
200 registrants. The registration fee is $20
until Aug. 8 and $25 on race day. Children’s
registration is $12 until Aug. 8 and $15 on race
day.
Register alone or form a team. Team
members can be a combination of walkers,
runners and kids. Be creative with your team
uniform and make your team really stand out.
This event is being hosted in collaboration
with the Colon Cancer Coalition. The mission
of the Colon Cancer Coalition is to ensure
that all citizens have adequate information
Runners sprint away from the starting line
during the Get Your Rear in Gear 5K race
at Bayside Park in Colchester in 2013. The
race is put on by the Colon Cancer Coalition,
which raises awareness and support for those
affected by Colon Cancer. OLIVER PARINI
and access to screening for colorectal cancer.
Funds raised in any state are reinvested in that
state to help promote awareness, prevention
and screening.
Take this chance to make a positive impact.
By participating in the Get Your Rear in Gear
Colon Cancer 5K participants are positively
affecting our nation’s colon cancer screening
rates — saving the lives of thousands of
individuals. The efforts could touch the lives
of neighbors, co-workers or someone a person
could pass on the street every day. Every
participant helps make a difference.
CANNONS
from page 11
Lamphere
knocked
in
two
runs in the game with Rylant and
Callahan knocking in the other two.
Arel, Callahan, Reilly and Luke Covey each
scored a run in the game.
With the loss, Colchester fell to the loser’s
bracket where they took on Bellows Falls Post
37 with the winner advancing and the loser
going home.
Colchester trailed 7-5 heading into the
eighth inning before tallying two runs in the
bottom of the inning and won on a walkoff in
the ninth.
Rylant led the charge offensively, as he
went 3-for-3 with four RBIs and two runs
scored, including a three run home run.
Sanderson scored three runs in the game
and was the starting pitcher. He pitched the first
seven innings, as he gave up six runs with zero
being earned, as Cannons’ errors proved costly.
Callahan picked up the win pitching the
final inning and 2-3 with no hits and three
strikeouts.
“A lot of teams counted us out coming into
the tournament as the No. 4 seed and losing key
guys from last year’s team,” said Mongeon.
“These guys worked really hard to qualify for
the playoffs and refused to go down without a
fight.”
MONSTERS
from page 11
Monsters stranded Sportman at third
base on a Joe Bennie strikeout and Trent
Gilbert flyout.
Moore got the run back for Brooklyn
in the bottom of the third with a two-out
RBI double off Vermont starter Corey
Miller (0-2), who allowed three runs
on five hits with two walks and two
strikeouts in just 2 2/3 innings. Three
Vermont relievers (Blake McMullen, Lee
Sosa and Fernand Cruzado) combined to
toss 5 1/3 scoreless innings on just one
hit with no walks and six strikeouts. The
Lake Monsters bullpen ended the game
with a streak of 11 2/3 scoreless innings
on four hits over the past three games.
Vermont got its second run of the
night in the fifth inning when Sportman
smacked his second double of the
game, stole third base and scored on a
Yairo Munoz sacrifice fly. The Lake
Monsters best opportunity over the
final four innings to tie the game or
take the lead came in the seventh when
John Nogowski led off with a walk and
Vertigan followed with a single, but
Sportman bunted into a double play and
Munoz grounded out to end the threat.
Cyclones starter Corey Oswalt (4-1)
allowed two runs on five hits with one
walk and six strikeouts over six innings
for the victory, while Shane Bay had two
strikeouts in a perfect ninth inning for
his seventh save of the season. Moore
had three of the six hits in the game for
Brooklyn (20-22), while Vertigan and
Sportman both had two hits for Vermont
(16-26). The Lake Monsters defense
did not commit an error for the second
straight game and after leading the league
in errors for most of the season; Vermont
has committed just six total errors in the
last 13 games.
Sunday
Renegades 9, Lake Monsters 4
The Hudson Valley Renegades
scored at least one run in each of the first
five inning to build an 8-1 advantage
and went on to beat the Vermont Lake
Monsters 9-4 in the opener of a New
York-Penn League three-game series
Sunday night at Dutchess Stadium.
After Vermont had taken a 1-0 lead
in the top of the first on a Yairo Munoz
leadoff double and Ryan Huck twoout RBI single, the Renegades quickly
tied the game in the bottom of the
inning on a two-out solo home run from
Casey Gillaspie. Hudson Valley added
another run in the second on a Wilmer
Dominguez RBI single, then added two
runs in the third, fourth and fifth innings
for the 8-1 lead.
The Lake Monsters got a run back
in the sixth on a pinch-hit RBI single
from Chris Wolfe, who also singled in
the eighth inning in his first game action
for Vermont since July 11. The Lake
Monsters put together three singles in
the eighth, including an RBI single for
Scott Masik to extend his hitting streak
to seven games (hitting 9-for-27 during
streak). Vermont also put together three
hits in the ninth inning, the third on a
Max Kuhn RBI infield single. The Lake
Monsters outhit Hudson Valley 15-14
for the game, including 8-3 over the final
four innings.
Jose Brizuela was 3-for-5 with two
runs scored and is 12-for-26 during his
current eight-game hitting streak for
Vermont, while Huck was 2-for-5 with
a double and an RBI. Starter A.J. Burke
(3-2) was charged with six runs (five
earned) on 10 hits with five strikeouts
in just four innings to take the loss.
Relievers Jordan Schwartz (two runs) and
Tyler Hollstegge (one run) each allowed
two hits and had two strikeouts over two
innings.
Renegade starter Enderson Franco
(4-1) allowed one run on seven hits over
five innings for the win, while Gillaspie
was 3-for-5 with a double, homer and
three RBI. Grant Kay, Coty Blanchard
and Dominquez each had two hits and an
RBI for Hudson Valley (30-13), which
has won 13 of its last 14 home games
and is now 17-3 this season at Dutchess
Stadium (one home loss since June 19th).
Monday
Renegades 8, Lake Monsters 3
The Hudson Valley Renegades held
an 8-3 New York-Penn League victory
over the Vermont Lake Monsters on
Monday night at Dutchess Stadium.
Read the full run-down online at
www.colchestersun.com/sports
Vermont finished up their road trip
on Tuesday and returned home for a
three game series with Batavia. They
will finish a six-game homestand with a
series against Mahoning Valley starting
on Saturday.
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Vermont unlikely to host immigrant children
By KATIE JICKLING
VTDigger.org
Vermont does not have adequate facilities to house some
of the undocumented immigrant children from Central America
being held at the U.S. border, the Shumlin administration said
Monday.
“Unlike Massachusetts, Vermont does not have a hosting
site that meets Health and Human Services’ Criteria,” said a
letter from Gov. Peter Shumlin to the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services. HHS guidelines suggest the need
for a 90,000-square-foot facility that could house about 1,000
children.
The federal government has no timeline for when the
children might arrive, or how long they could stay, said Sue
Allen, the governor’s spokeswoman who is coordinating efforts
in the state. Although some Vermonters have offered to open
their homes, foster care or adoption is not an option, the letter
stated.
Massachusetts has identified two sites — Camp Edwards
military base in Bourne and Westover Reserve Air Force Base
in Chicopee – as possible sites. Should the federal government
send children there, Vermont has offered to assist in any way
that’s needed.
The Shumlin administration has also identified potential
sites to house 75-100 children.
“Every space we have, there are problems that come with
it,” Allen said.
Nevertheless, she said the administration would be willing
to help however it can.
Larry Crist, Red Cross regional executive for Vermont and
the Upper Valley of New Hampshire, said Shumlin called on
the Red Cross to assess possibilities for the placement of the
children.
“We have, to the best of our knowledge, not found
anywhere that meets that and the other requirements that were
involved,” Crist said. “In other words, there just isn’t any place
in Vermont that was big enough.”
Colchester Community Band
performs at St. Mike’s
The Colchester Community Band will
perform a free chamber music concert at
St. Michael’s College on Aug. 4 at 7 p.m.
in the McCarthy Arts Center. A reception
will follow the concert.
Conductor Jacob Morton-Black has
led the band this summer with developing
the program of music and overseeing
rehearsals with community members.
The Community Band is grateful
for the local support, which has enabled
the band to expand their music library.
Special thanks for donations this year
from the Colchester-Milton Rotary
Club, Colchester Lions Club, Vermont
Information Processing and Karen
Nichols. In kind donations from Earl
Wertheim UPS, Mrs. Minor Colchester
High School, Vermont Youth Orchestra
Association, St. Michael’s College,
Marilyn Cormier and Mark Litchfield.
If interested in making a donation to the
community band contact morblack@aol.
com.
State to launch household health care
survey next month
By MORGAN TRUE
VTDigger.org
A Vermont household
insurance survey, which
will begin next week, is
expected to give the state a
window into how close it is
to achieving universal health
care coverage.
The survey will be
completed in November.
Preliminary
results
are
expected in “early 2015,”
according to a news release
from the Department of
Financial Regulation.
Portland,
Maine-based
survey company Market
Decisions Maine will make
random phone calls to
Vermonters to ask questions
about their health insurance
needs, frequency of doctor
visits and what may or may
not influence their decision in
seeking health care.
Susan
Donegan,
commissioner
of
the
Department of Financial
Regulation,
said
the
department sent out the
release so the public will
know what to expect if they
receive a survey call.
Callers will ask for first
names only, which will be
kept confidential, and they
will not ask for Social Security
numbers, bank or credit card
information, according to the
release.
“We urge people to take
part in the survey,” she in
a statement, “The data we
collect will give us a good
picture of the state’s insured
population and their health
needs.”
The survey was last
Waterfowl meetings held
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Vermont
and
New York’s portion of the Lake
York waterfowl hunters are Champlain Zone must be
encouraged to attend one of identical to the waterfowl
these meetings and share their season in Vermont’s portion
Public meetings on preferences and opinions of the Zone.
the status of waterfowl with other waterfowl hunters
Comments received at the
populations and waterfowl and Vermont and New York August meetings, as well as
hunting seasons for the wildlife personnel. input and recommendations
State of Vermont and
Under Federal regulations, from the Vermont Fish &
Lake Champlain zone in waterfowl
seasons,
bag Wildlife Department and the
New York will be held limits and shooting hours in New York Department of
Aug. 5 in Whitehall, N.Y., the Lake Champlain Zone Environmental Conservation,
and Aug. 6, in Essex, Vt. must be uniform throughout will be reviewed by the
The annual meetings are the entire zone. Therefore, Vermont Fish & Wildlife
being held by the New waterfowl seasons in New Board. York State Department
of
Environmental
Conservation and Vermont
Fish & Wildlife Department. The Aug. 5 meeting will
be held at the Skenesborough
Rescue Squad building. The August 6 meeting will
be held at Memorial Hall,
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that 6.8 percent of the state’s
population, or 42,760 people,
did not have health insurance.
VFCU announces new
branch manager
Kevin
Parish,
of
Colchester,
has
been
promoted to Branch Manager
of Vermont Federal Credit
Union’s Burlington Branch.
Parish, who has worked at
Vermont Federal since early
2013, has over 12 years of
financial services and lending
experience. During that
time Parish has worked with
many members, completing
transactions and financing
loans.
“I appreciate that the
Credit Union works with each
member’s individual needs
on a case by case basis,”
says Parish who is “looking
forward to playing an active
role with staff and members
in the Burlington Branch.”
Kevin Parish
Parish lives with his fiancé
Kerry and two pets. During
his free time he enjoys golfing
and playing pond hockey.
Vermont 4-H horse
show attracts 103
competitors
Colchester 4-Her
wins award
More than 100 Vermont
4-H’ers turned out for the
Vermont 4-H State Horse
Show, July 10-13 at the
Addison County Fair and
Field Days site in New
Haven. The annual event,
sponsored by University of
Vermont (UVM) Extension
4-H, attracted 79 4-H
equestrians and 24 4-H club
members who took part in a
special Horseless Division.
Jennifer Dickinson, of
Colchester, was awarded
the Outstanding 4-H Member
Award for her overall
achievement in the UVM
Extension 4-H horse program
at the Addison County Fair
and Field Days this year. Any
4-H’er who has participated
three times in both the New
England 4-H Horse Show at
Eastern Exposition in West
Springfield, Mass., and the
Eastern National 4-H Horse
Roundup in Kentucky is
eligible for this award.
To learn more about the
Vermont 4-H Horse Program,
contact Wendy Sorrell, UVM
Extension 4-H livestock
educator, at (802) 656-5418.
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Fishing for food
CMS faculty past and present gather for
reunion potluck
Eating wild-caught fish can be healthy
for you and the environment
Fishing is a favorite summer pastime among Vermonters
and visitors to the state for good reason – fish tastes great. While anglers may enjoy fishing as a chance to get in the
outdoors with friends and family, many also appreciate the
benefit of bringing their catch home for a nutritious meal.
Vermont anglers can hook many of the traditional fish
like trout, bass and salmon that are beloved by chefs. But
many other fish species such as yellow perch, crappie and
pumpkinseeds are also abundant in Vermont’s waters and
are easy to catch. These species are often referred to as
panfish because they are delicious when pan-fried. “Well-regulated fishing can be one of the most
ecologically-friendly and sustainable ways for people to
gather food,” said Eric Palmer, director of fisheries for
the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department. “Vermonters
are generally very conscious of what they eat and where it
originates. When you catch a perch from a Vermont pond,
you can be assured it is local, organic, free-range and absent
added hormones or antibiotics.”
By purchasing a fishing license, anglers also help the
environment. These funds support the Vermont Fish &
Wildlife Department’s efforts to improve fish habitat. The
department also monitors fish populations and sets harvest
limits to ensure that a species will not be over-fished.
As for potential health risks associated with eating fish,
Palmer noted that most Vermont fish are perfectly safe to
eat.
“People hear reports on the news on initiatives to reduce
runoff into Lake Champlain, so they often mistakenly
assume that fish caught there are unsafe,” said Palmer. “These efforts are focused on reducing excess nutrients
such as nitrogen and phosphorus, rather than on issues with
mercury and PCBs that can sometimes make fish unsafe to
eat.”
The Vermont Department of Health issues guidelines on
which fish species are safest to eat. “In general, Vermont’s
wild fish are safe to eat if you follow these few simple
guidelines,” said Palmer. The Department of Health’s guidelines for eating
wild Vermont fish are available at www.tinyurl.com/
VtHealthyFish. A quick web search will reveal thousands of
fish recipes to try. Join the fun at this community potluck
and reunion event for Colchester’s teachers,
administrators and support staff dating back
to the school’s opening in the fall of 1970.
More than 175 professionals who had the
opportunity and honor to teach the children
of Colchester are invited to Bayside Park in
Colchester on Aug. 19 from 3-9 p.m. The
number planning to attend grows each day.
The goal is to reach 200 attendees.
Colchester Milton Rotary installs officers
Suzanne
Brown,
of
Shelburne, was recently
installed as president of the
Colchester Milton Rotary for
2014-2015.
The other new officers are
Will Hamilton, of Burlington,
president elect; Kiki Leach,
of Winooski, vice president;
Betty Koshinsky, of Jericho,
secretary; and Maureen
Garofano, of Colchester,
treasurer.
The Rotary Club of
Colchester-Milton is a local
club of Rotary International,
an organization of business
and professional persons
united worldwide to provide
humanitarian
service,
encourage
high
ethical
standards in all vocations
and help build goodwill and
peace in the world. The Club
sponsors scholarships to
students of Colchester and
Milton, supports local youth
activities and provides aid
to regional and international
humanitarian causes. In
166 countries worldwide,
approximately 1.2 million
Rotarians belong to more
than 30,000 Rotary clubs.
Honor Roll
The following students
were inadvertently left off
the Honor Roll for the third
trimester of the 2013-2014
school year.
Grade 8 High Honors
Julia Pellegrino-Wood
Grade 7 High Honors
Madison Finelli
Ani McMannon
Grade 8 Honors
Fiona Doherty
Grade 7 Honors
Grace Campbell
Grade 6 Honors
Tulia Mamenga
Lillie Reid
Bacon, tomato and basil rice salad
Submitted by Nancy Mock of Colchester
Ingredients:
2 c. Jasmine rice, uncooked
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
6 strips bacon, cooked, drained and chopped
2 Roma tomatoes
1/2 c. fresh basil leaves
4 oz. whole-milk mozzarella cheese,
cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 c. vinegar
1/2 c. extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 tsp salt
Directions:
Vermont fish grilled can be delicious and nutritious. Try more
local fish recipes at www.tinyurl.com/VtHealthyFish.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil
until hot in a pan over medium heat.
Add in the minced garlic and toss
quickly to sauté, for 1 minute. Add
in the uncooked Jasmine rice and
stir to coat it in the oil. Stir often
over medium-low heat for about 3
minutes – do not allow the garlic
to burn. Add in 3 cups of water
and stir. Cover and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer the rice for
15-20 minutes until cooked.
Spread the cooked rice out on a
baking sheet and cool. Remove the
seeds from the tomatoes and dice. Place
diced tomatoes in a large bowl along with
the chopped bacon. Place the basil leaves
in stacks of 4-5; roll up from the long edge
and slice crossways into thin strips. Run the
knife through the slivers a few times to chop them
up and then add them to the bowl along with the cubed
mozzarella. Stir the cooled rice into the bowl and toss the
ingredients to combine.
Pour the vinegar and 1/2 c. of oil into a small jar. Screw on the lid and shake to
combine the two. Pour the vinaigrette over the ingredients in the bowl and toss to
coat and combine. Stir in the black pepper and salt to taste.
Serve at room temperature or chilled. Makes about 4 cups.
See more of Nancy’s recipes on her blog at nanmock.blogspot.com.
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