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Mountain Gazette • November 20, 2008www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Page 1PRESPRT STDUS POSTAGE PDPERMIT #2UNDERHILL, VTVOLUME 7 • NO. 10 • Serving Bolton, Cambridge, Jericho, Underhill, Westford, and Jeffersonville, Vermont • November 20, 2008Old fashioned barn raisingBuilder Pete Czaja, center, works with about 25 volunteer carpenters and friends of the Sullivanfamily, rebuilding a barn that burned down September 20. The crew completed installing the barn’srafters on the River Road property Saturday, September 15. Equipment was donated by David Villeneuveof Jericho and Pat Lamphere of Underhill.PHOTO BY TED TEDFORDCambridge CrossroadsIDs community projectsBy Katherine QuimbyJohnsonSpecial to the MountainGazetteIn a day-and-a-half event billedas “Cambridge Crossroads CommunityForum,” approximately80 people from across Cambridgecame together at Cambridge ElementarySchool on November 7to share their perspectives onCambridge’s past and present.The following day, about 40 ofthose people returned to identifyprojects they would like to see inthe community in the future.After a Friday evening meal inthe cafeteria, the group moved to the gym. Underthe guidance of Delia Clark, a PLACE programfacilitator who has led some 60 community forumsin Vermont and New Hampshire, peoplelisted what they like about Cambridge today. Theover 100 items mentioned fell under the generalcategories of outdoor and recreational activities,rural life, and local people and businesses. Clarkthen asked people to say what they would like tosee in the town in the future. This time the responsesranged from dirt roads maintained to townwidefiber optics and included a few items of continuitywith the past, such as Town Meeting andChristmas decorations on street lights.Local students shared the results of their researchinto town history. Introducing a group offourth graders who read from the town historythey had compiled in third grade, Matt Saffordsaid, “You’re looking at the future of Cambridgeright here. As you get older, these kids will takeyour place and work for the generations comingback behind.” Middle school students fromLamoille Union Middle School shared their researchon a variety of “community treasures.”Language Arts teacher Tamra Higgins said thatplace-based learning is being incorporated into thecurriculum throughout this school year. The nextstep for the students will be a service learningproject, she said, and the educational program willculminate with an interdisciplinary unit in thespring of 2009.According to Erica Curry, Educator and OutreachCoordinator at Shelburne Farms, this pastsummer Higgins and her middle school colleagues,as well as Mary Fiedler, a teacher at CambridgeElementary School, and Peter Ingvoldstad, one ofthe Cambridge Crossroads organizers, all participatedin a Shelburne Farms program for educatorsMatt Safford and fourth graders from Cambridge ElementarySchool share their knowledge of Cambridge history.PHOTO BY KATHY JOHNSONcalled “Principles and Promising Practices of Place-Based Education.” Curry has been involved in theCambridge Crossroads because of the program’saffiliation with PLACE (Place-based LandscapeAnalysis and Community Education), which isitself a partnership between the University ofVermont and Shelburne Farms. PLACE came toCambridge following the landscape inventory andanalysis of the Brewster Uplands ConservationTrust conducted by UVM graduate students lastspring.After a Saturday spent brainstorming, fueledby more locally grown meals, the group chosethree areas to work on into the future: 1) a multifunctionalcommunity center, 2) a website thatwill improve community-wide communications,and 3) business development. “In my opinion,this group has picked the right priorities,” said JoeRogers, a member of the Cambridge Crossroadssteering committee. Each project has a committee,which identified additional community membersthey would like to see join their project. As agroup, those present on Saturday afternoon decidedthat the committees would try to meet onthe same night.No matter what comes out of the committees’work, Cambridge Crossroads organizerIngvoldstad is pleased. Ingvoldstad has been intown for about thirty years and says he feels heknows most people in town, “but there were a lotof people there that I didn’t know. Most peoplemet a whole lot of new people,” Ingvoldstad said,“and that was the whole point of the thing, really.The biggest piece is the community connection.This program was a piece toward continuing tobuild our community. We made steps toward thatand that’s great.”Fairpoint claims Jericho,Underhill to get high-speedInternet by summerBy Ted TedfordSpecial to the Mountain GazetteOfficials of Fairpoint Communications promiseto have broadband Internet covering all of Jerichoand Underhill by next summer.“Yes, we will have 100 percent coverage,” saidMichael Brown, Fairpoint vice president of broadbandaccess and engineering, in response to a questionfrom one of 17 people at a meeting in theTown Hall here Thursday, November 13.That means all phone numbers beginning with899 will be involved. A small part of Jericho isincluded in the Essex exchange which also will becompleted by next summer, Brown said.Successor to Verizon in Vermont, New Hampshireand Maine, Fairpoint has an ambitious planto install advanced Internet access to all 51 of itstelephone exchanges in Vermont by 2010. Thecompany covers more than half the telephone exchangesin the state.Parts of Underhill and Jericho are now wiredfor high-speed Internet access and Brown said thecompany will expand that coverage. Thecompany’s main hub in Underhill is on Park Street.Fiber optic cable would run from there to severalother locations, with wire running to streets andBy Phyl NewbeckSpecial to the Mountain GazetteBert Moffatt is back in Jericho. According toSelectboard chair Bob Penniman, “He never reallywent away.” This will be Moffatt’s third stint inan administrative post in town. He returned inOctober to take over the position of Interim TownAdministrator, a job he held several years ago. Inbetween, Moffatt also worked as Jericho’s SpecialProjects Manager.When David Spitz resigned this fall, the town ofJericho began advertising for the position of TownAdministrator. Resumès are coming in, but theSelectboard does not want to rush the decisionmakingprocess. Moffatt just finished his fourthround of employment in the town of Randolph, ashomes throughout the rest of the town where possible.For areas that cannot be reached by landlines because of the ridges in the town, the companywill cover them with wireless access, calledWiMAX.Brown said Fairpoint’s goal is to install a broadbandnetwork in the state capable of handling massiveamounts of data at high speeds for companieswhose business depend on the Internet.He said no Jericho or Underhill subscriber willbe more than two and a half miles from an accesspoint. Relays will be placed on such places assilos and towers. He claimed none of the towerswould be taller than 100 feet, and none would beseen above any ridge line in town.Brown said he would keep town officials informedabout the progress of the engineering studiesthe company is doing.If Fairpoint achieves what it said it can, it willspell the end of a three-town Internet workinggroup in Jericho, Underhill and Westford that hadplans to piggy-back on Burlington Telecom’s fiberoptic broadband system.Burlington officials welcomed adding moretowns to its system, but then decided against itInternet continued on page 16Bert Moffatt returns asInterim Town AdministratorBy Ted TedfordSpecial to the Mountain GazetteTown officials won’t attempt to revive purchasingland for a gravel pit or training the townconstable to check for speeders, both defeated atthe November 11 election.Select Board Chairman Steve Walkerman saidthere are no plans to pursue buying 28 acres forthe pit just off Pleasant Valley Road and the NewRoad for $1.15 million. Although the issue is dead,Interim Town Manager, and was interested in returningto Jericho. He began work the week ofOctober 20, getting reacquainted with staff andchecking out the new Town Hall. “We were veryfortunate to hit the window of opportunity ofBert’s finishing his position in Randolph,” saidPenniman.Asked why he was willing to return to Jericho,his tongue planted at least partially in his cheek,Moffatt said, “I don’t know any better.” Moffatthas no interest in a permanent position and hopesJericho will soon be able to fill the Town Administratorslot with someone who intends to stay atthe job. “As soon as they can get somebody better,they should do it,” said Moffatt. “A lot ofMoffatt continued on page 16Underhill Ballot items defeated;Frank, Till head to LegislatureWalkerman said, “The town has a three-year optionon the property.” Voters turned down thegravel pit ballot item, 1354-587. The land is ownedby Dr. and Mrs. Richard Albertini and CarolynGregson, of Pleasant Valley Road.Nor will the town seek any further action onsending Constable Jennifer Silpe to the State PoliceAcademy for training. Voters approved an itemthat a group of residents had put on ballot to pro-Ballot continued on page 16United Church of Westford attunes tocommunity, raises funds for upkeepBy Phyl NewbeckSpecial to the Mountain GazetteFor a church that unites three different religioustraditions and whose pews were recycled from afourth, it only makes sense that the United Churchof Westford would plan a fundraiser revolvingaround baskets consisting of a wide range of items.Last year, the United Church of Westford heldtheir first holiday basket auction. Congregants andarea businesses united to create unique gift ideas.Businesses as diverse as Seventh Generation,Boyden Valley Winery and the Flying Pig Bookstorecontributed baskets which were decorated,wrapped, and auctioned off. Roughly forty basketswere sold and the church raised almost $1,500.The event was so successful that organizers aretrying again. This year, the “Second Annual OldeTyme Basket Auction and Carol Sing” will be heldon Saturday, December 6 at the United Church ofWestford.The 2007 basket auction was open to all communitymembers, but attended only by the immediatechurch community. Organizer Michele Tiltonis hoping for greater attendance this year by holdingthe auction in conjunction with the annual treelighting ceremony on the Town Commons. Shehopes community members who turn out for thetree lighting, which begins at 6:00 PM, will stickaround for the auction. Tilton’s father, Orin, anamateur auctioneer, will begin the auction at 7:30PM, but the baskets will be on display earlier sopeople will have a chance to view all their options.Tilton plans to have as many as fifty baskets forsale with items as diverse as food, children’s gifts,quillows, art supplies and homemade garlands. Hotcocoa and other seasonal refreshments will beserved. The auction will be followed by informalcaroling.Katherine Arthauld, the church pastor since2001, said the 2007 auction was highly successful,even though it was attended only by parishioners.She thought the baskets were both beautifuland imaginative, and was particularly touched bythe quillows made by Tilton’s grandmother, whichTilton had meticulously cleaned after finding themin her attic.Proceeds from the 2008 auction will benefit theChurch continued on page 16

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Students in AudreyCota’s third-grade class found theCaribbean Islands, with assistancefrom Jeff Limoge from the GreenMountain Technology and CareerCenter and Reese Hersey of theUniversity of Vermont’s Departmentof Geography. The 31 ft. x 32 ft.map is one of a number of largecontinental maps touring the country.Each school is able to host themap for one day. This map is sponsoredby the National GeographicSociety and the Vermont GeographicAlliance and brought to Lamoille County by the GreenMountain Technology and Career Center.PHOTO BY KATHY JOHNSONPOLICE REPORTVermont State Police Williston are investigating several forced entryburglaries to residences that have occurred in Jericho over theperiod between October 22 and November 11. Reports have beenreceived from residences on Tarbox, Nashville, and Orr Roads. Theburglaries occurred during daytime hours while the residences wereunoccupied and various types of items were taken. 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We welcomed Andi Forsbergback on the department, who has taken a fire police position.SAFETY MESSAGE: “CLOSE THE DOOR ON DRYER FIRES”Avoid leaving the dryer running when away from your house.Clean the lint trap after every use. Don’t dry oil rags in your dryer.Do not operate the dryer without a lint filter. Ensure that the dryeris plugged into an outlet suitable for its electrical needs. Keep thedryer area free of combustibles such as clothing and boxes. Thedryer duct should vent directly outdoors, not into an attic, crawlspace, or indoors. Ducts should be kept free of lint and combustibledebris to prevent a fire from spreading outside of the dryer. Adequateventilation is key to not only the safety, but the performanceof your dryer as well. The most frequent causes of dryer fires areimproper ventilation and/or poor maintenance, which allows lint toaccumulate.The Mountain GazetteAt the corner of Park St. and VT(802) 899-4431 • Fax: (802) 899-4141Email: mtgazette@earthlink.netWebsite: www.mountaingazetteofvermont.comDeadline: Nov. 26 Publication: Dec. 4Brenda Boutin, publisher / editor / ad sales • Heidi Reposa, ad salesTed Tedford, Kathy Johnson, Phyl Newback, Richard Mindell - writers• Ann Exler, copy editor • Sara Riley, Harrison Heidel,John St. Amour community contributors • David Boutin, distributionLetters Policy:Letters: maximum 400 words; one letter per writer, per calendarmonth. Must be signed for attribution, with writer’s address andphone.Letters accepted by mail or email.AREA WORSHIP SERVICESCALVARARY EPISCOPAL CHURCHA loving, caring Christian community, livingand sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ with our neighbors.”VT Rt. 15 JerichoSunday Worship Service 9:30 AMReverend J. Harrison L. Heidel, RectorKaren Floyd, Parish Administrator, 899-2326www.calvarychurchvt.orgCOVENANT COMMUNITY CHURCH“Come as You Are”VT Rt. 15 between Jericho and Essex CenterPastor Peter Norland, 879-4313Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 AM; Adult Sunday School 8:45 - 9:45AMChildren’s Worship/Sunday School: K-6, 10:00 AMOpportunities for Commmunity Service, Family Events,Youth and Adult Groups; Handicapped Accessiblepastor@jerichocovenantchurch.org – www.jerichocovenantchurch.orgGOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA)273 VT Rt. 15 - between Jericho and UnderhillRev. Dagmar Rosenberg, Pastor - 899-3932Sunday Worship 9:00 AM - Nursery providedSunday School for all ages - 10:30 AMgslcvt@verizon.net www.GoodShepherdJericho.orgJERICHO CONGREGAONGREGATIONTIONAL CHURCHOn the Green in Jericho CenterPastor Peter Anderson and Youth Pastor Glenn CarterWorship Services at 8:00 and 11:00 AM – Nursery care providedSunday school for all 9:30 AMYouth 6:15 PM Sundays in Sunday school buildingSigning for the deaf upon request899-4911; officejcc@comcast.net; www.jccvt.orgJERICHO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH“Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors”VT Rt. 15, Jericho (next to Town Hall)Rev. Charlie Yang, Pastor, 899-4288, cyang@troyconference.org.Sunday Worship Service,9:00 AM;Children’s Sunday School, 9:00 AMYouth Group, Saturday 6:00 PM; Bible Study, Tuesdays, 7:00 PMwww.troyconference.org/jumc or JerichoUMC@troyconference.orgMOUNT MANSFIELDUNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIPA Liberal Spiritual CommunityP.O. Box 150, Jericho, VT 05465phone 899-5219 ~ website www.mmuuf.orgWe gather at 9:30 AM at the Jericho Elementary Schoolon the 2nd and 4th Sundays of September-Junebeginning Sunday, September 14, 2008for worship, reflection, growth, and support.All are welcome.UNITED CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Y FULL GOSPEL CHURCH100 Raceway Rd., Jericho, VT 05465Pastor Mike Murray – 899-2949, Monday-FridaySunday Worship 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMNursery and Sunday School availableYouth Fellowship Sunday nights, 6:00 – 8:00 PMArea Home Fellowships, Thursdays, 7:00 PMuca.secretary1@verizon.netwww.unitedchristianassembly.orgUNITED CHURCH OF UNDERHILL“Welcoming, Worshipping, Working for God”At the Green on Route 15 ~ Rev. Kevin Goldenbogen ~ 899-1722www.unitedchurchofunderhill.comSunday Worship and Sunday School: 10:30 AMMicah’s Men’s Breakfast 7:30 AM third SaturdayNursery provided;Mission and service programs offered

Mountain Gazette • November 20, 2008www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Page 3From the Country StoreBy Jon St. AmourSpecial to the Mountain GazetteMy friends, ’tis been a while. Life’s been somewhat crazy here atour busy little store. Usually there’s not enough hours in the dayand the weekend flies by in a wink, hence my lack of writing here.That great, esteemed philosopher, Tom Petty, once said, “You neverslow down, you never grow old.” Well, I agree with the first part.Things never seem to slow down, yet I am feeling older and olderevery day. But alas, I found some time to talk to you.Despite the dark cloud hanging over us all, the store is busy, andwe thank you all for the constant support. We’d also like to thankthe National Guard and their reasoning for not opening their cafeteriaevery day. The guards keep us extremely busy here and we lookforward to feeding them every day. Beyond that, small communitystores like us seem to be doing okay as the community that surroundsthem says to heck with wasting gas money and driving intothe city, we’re going to the country/general store for our milk andbread. We sincerely appreciate it.My dad’s been on me to get in another one of his bee articles to allof you, so I’ll make way for him here. For those of you who don’tknow, my dad is a beekeeper and he is our (usual) supplier here atthe store of Doug’s Honey. People love it; it usually has a distinct,robust flavor, unlike your usual honey. We have trouble keeping hishoney on the counter. He shows his bees constant care and respect,and in turn, I think, they reward him with a fine crop every season.Deep down he’s also a teacher and he loves teaching people aboutthe art of beekeeping. Enjoy.Fall HoneyBy Doug St. AmourDoug St. Amour teaches local children about tending bees.PHOTO CONTRIBUTED“The bee, from her industry in the summer, eats honey all thewinter.” —ProverbBy mid- to late October, the fall honey crop has been harvested.The honey is light in color and has a typical light, mild flavor. Butthis past summer was an unusual one. The constant rains of lateMay, June and July reduced the opportunity for honey bees toforage for nectar. As a result, bees were forced to hunker down intheir hives, reducing their nectar harvests. Yet the queen continuedto lay 2000 to 3000 eggs every day during this period and thestrength of the colonies multiplied in their usual manner.In late June my hives started showing signs that they wanted toswarm. But they held steady and up until the middle of July thebees produced a good amount of honey, which I harvested at the endof the month. However, shortly thereafter the bees from each hiveswarmed and half of their numbers left to find a new home. In itself,swarming is not a bad thing. It’s a natural way for honeybee coloniesto increase their numbers. More colonies means more pollination ofarea flowers, trees and crops, benefitting us all. However, beekeeperslament the loss of a swarm because it reduces the number of beesin a hive. Fewer bees means less honey production.After swarming, the population of my hives was reduced to thepoint where no excess honey was being produced. The weatherturned great in late July and bees were able to forage each day, yet noexcess honey was being laid up. All the nectar was being consumedby raising the queen’s new bees. I was beginning to think that therewould be only enough time for the bees to produce their winterstores of honey, leaving me without a second crop to harvest.When I had almost abandoned hope of a second crop, the Japanesebamboo and goldenrod broke into full bloom, a very good sign.Also, Richmond farmer Chuck Farr had been cutting his clover everycouple of weeks and this kept the blooms going almost allsummer. I estimate the bees had made and stored an amazing 80pounds of honey in just three weeks’ time in late August. Thecombination of these three flowers, coupled with colonies of beesthat had again built back to full strength after swarming, resulted inexcellent honey production in August.This second crop of honey produced a lighter-than-normal colorand texture, in spite of the fact that the goldenrod had its normal,robust bloom. Yet it was still delicious. Jericho resident KendallChamberlin had similar good luck with his hive on Pump Road. Weusually combine our efforts at harvest time, helping each other processthe honey. It helps to have at least two people decappingframes and running the extractor. When my honey supply has exhausteditself at the store, Kendall’s great honey takes its place.Right now at the store his honey (Sheila’s Honey) is on the counterand he is quickly finding out how much the good people of Jerichoand beyond enjoy a good pint of honey.Again I was fortunate to have neighborhood children help me thisyear processing honey. They learn a great deal about honey productionand get to take home a pint of honey for their efforts.So now that it is nearly winter, the bees will cluster in the hives towait out the long cold months ahead. Many unfortunately do notmake it. The ones who do will have formed a huge cluster around thequeen, and their shivering will turn the heat up to a comfy 80 degreesat the center of the cluster. As the bees consume their stockpileof honey, the cluster slowly moves up the super to where morehoney awaits them. They’ll also seal cracks in the hive with a honeyby-product called “propolis.” On warm, sunny winter days, youmay in fact see a few bees venturing out of the hives. They won’t gotoo far, as the cold reduces their chances of making it back. They arenot confused or looking for nectar; they are eliminating body waste.The bees remain stalwart and vigilant this time of year and wealways look forward to the spring thaw, to see our bee friends onceagain searching for nectar.NEWS BRIEFS / COMMUNITY COLUMNSDavid Severance recognizedDeputy Commissioner of Public Safety Mark Metayer presentsDavid Severance, emergency manager for the Town of Cambridge,with a plaque recognizing him as Vermont Emergency Managerof the Year for 2008. The presentation was made during the annualmeeting of the Northeast States Emergency Consortium, whichincludes New York and New Jersey as well as the six New Englandstates.PHOTO CONTRIBUTEDBy Katherine Quimby JohnsonSpecial to the Mountain GazetteDavid Severance, Cambridge’s town emergency manager as wellas the chief of Cambridge Rescue Squad, was recognized as theVermont Emergency Manager of the Year at a ceremony held at theNovember 6 annual meeting of the Northeast States EmergencyConsortium. “I was elated and humbled to be honored by my peers,”Severance said in an interview later in the week. “There were 400people from around the state and out of state at the ceremony. I amalso honored that the Town of Cambridge recognizes me.”Cambridge Selectboard Chair Bernie Juskiewicz, who also attendedthe meeting, said, “It was interesting to see people interactSeverance continued on page 16The “Naked” StreetBy Tommy T. Traffic a.k.a. Tom NugentFor the last dozen years or so, a perennial topic at the UnderhillTown Meeting has been traffic. The major concern isn’t traffic ingeneral, nor traffic jams, nor even traffic accidents - but the trafficconsisting of those willful individuals who drive through our towncenters and our back-country roads at excessive speeds. It’s not thetourists, by and large. It’s ourselves and our neighbors. We have metthe enemy and it is us.Who hasn’t had the experience of walking or biking down anidyllic country road and having a multi-ton, steel-can on wheels roarpast? This is driven by a single-minded and self-involved (maniac)motorist who is not conscious enough to slow down in order toacknowledge the presence of those who are not in a similar, hurtling,enclosed steel-can. Some of us have not experienced this, those of uswho don’t walk or bike.Hey, out there, it’s unnerving! Don’t we all know that? It is evenunsettling to be simply standing in your yard and to have someonerush by at high speeds. Unconscious to its effect or not - it’s frightening.It’s unfriendly. It ain’t neighborly. It’s rude.A traffic committee has been meeting on the second Tuesday ofeach month at the Underhill town hall to consider various trafficcalming solutions. Such generally consist of three elements: education,engineering, and enforcement. The engineering portions mightconsist of signage, ‘dynamic’ striping on the roadways, barriers,landscaping, etc. But not everyone’s on the same page with theeffect of these.On January 7 of this year Hans Monderman died. He had pioneeredthe concept of the “naked street” by removing all thosethings that were supposed to make it safe for the pedestrian – trafficlights, curbs, sidewalks, railings, and road signs. His idea was tocreate a completely open and even surface on which motorists andpedestrians negotiated with each other by eye contact. It has cometo be known as the “shared space” model.Road safety became a hot political issue in Monderman’s homecountry of the Netherlands after a number of fatal road accidentswhich involved children in the late 1970s. Budget cuts led to theelimination of planned traffic-calming installations in Oudehaske,where two children had been killed. Hans hit upon the idea of strippingout all the remaining highway signs and barriers and creating aplain, even surface. To everyone’s surprise, it was discovered thatdrivers cut their speeds by an average of 40 percent while drivingthrough the village. They slowed down. Monderman developed hisideas further and implemented more than 100 shared space schemesin his province. The idea has spread throughout Europe, most popularlyin the UK. ‘Naked’ streets cut speeds because they increasethe drivers’ awareness of their surroundings.I’m not sure such concepts would work here. I am sure, however,that increasing drivers’ awareness of their surroundings is anexcellent idea.So… Drive mindfully. Drive courteously. Drive like the Popewould, were he driving himself in the Popemobile. Slow down, slowway down, for pedestrians and bikers.Drive like we live here. We do, only once.All Jobs Considered, LLCbrings green alternativescloser to the mainstreamWhat began as a simple general contracting business is beginningto take off as the next evolution in home construction. All JobsConsidered, a subsidiary of EarthSense Designs, is taking on theconstruction of new “workforce” housing in greater Lamoille Countyand surrounding areas. One home is nearing completion, one is wellunder way and two more are slated to begin before winter. All fourare located off of Route 15 in Cambridge.“Just look for the trailer with the solar panels,” says owner BrianJessiman. “You can’t miss it.” The EarthSense Designs job trailercan be seen very clearly from the road, especially with the onekilowattsolar array mounted to the roof. It’s that array that hasbeen powering the job site at the first build since work began inSeptember. All EarthSense builds will have photovoltaic (solar-electric)systems installed, providing the home owners with opportunitiesto significantly decrease, and potentially eliminate, their need tobe tied to the existing power grid.By combining this with other cost effective/cost saving technologiesand techniques (insulated concrete forms, engineered wood products,energy-efficient appliances and fixtures), Jessiman’s goal isquality homes for working class people with minimal waste andmaximum energy efficiency.All Jobs Considered will be hosting an open house presentationon Saturday, November 22, after the first house is completed.Founded in January 2008, All Jobs Considered, LLC began as ageneral contracting business, and quickly began work to meet totalhome needs. The company has two subsidiaries, EarthSense Designsand WholePicture Energy. EarthSense Designs meets constructionneeds, while WholePicture Energy, a biomass fuels and alternativeenergies dealership, handles home heating solutions and powerneeds.If you’d like more information please call Rob Pirog at (802) 373-8296 or e-mail Rob at rob@alljobsconsidered.com.ThinkWinter Tires!Foreign & Domestic Auto Repair• Wrecker Service • Brakes• Exhaust • Shocks & Struts• Lifetime Muffler • Maintenance Service• Vermont State Inspection• Windshields ReplacedVisaCitgoDiscoverMastercardAmericanExpressVillage Service& Auto RepairNokia, Hakkapeliitta& Bridgestone TireTed & Jeff AlexanderRt 15, Underhill899-2056Underhill’sFamily OwnedLocally OperatedAutomotiveCenterFor 27 Years

Page 4 www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Mountain Gazette • November 20, 2008RICHMONDSteve Earley recognized at Vermont Emergency Preparedness ConferenceMore than 350 emergency respondersand planners from aroundVermont recently came together forthe first time at the first annual VermontEmergency Preparedness Conferenceat the Lake Morey Resort inFairlee. The conference was an opportunityfor local, state, and federalagencies to connect on issues of mutualaid and preparations for emergencies.It was co-sponsored by VermontEmergency Management, VermontHomeland Security and the VermontDepartment of Health.Emergency responders from firedepartments, ambulance crews, theVermont National Guard, special rescueteams and police departments satside by side with town clerks, localemergency management directors, andother emergency planners to hear howthey all interconnect and how that partnership can be helped byDeputy Commissioner of Public Safety Mark Metayerpresents Steve Earley, founding member od VermontSchool Crisis Planning Team of Richmond, with a plaquerecognizing him. The presentation was made during theannual meeting of the Northeast States Emergency Consortium,which includes New York and New Jersey aswell as the six New England states.state and federal resources. Speakersfrom Vermont Emergency Management,Vermont State Police, VermontHazardous Materials team, andothers explained the state’s emergencyinfrastructure and what resourcesare available to towns in atime of disaster.Federal Emergency ManagementAgency (FEMA) Regional AdministratorArthur Cleaves spoke of thefederal aid process and how the federalgovernment can help local jurisdictionspay for disaster recovery andprevention. Those presentationswere accompanied by talks from localofficials from Barre City, Cambridge,Lincoln, and others whoshared their own experiences in disasters,including successes and importantlessons learned and how theyPHOTO CONTRIBUTEDhave used those lessons to better prepare for the future.Cambridge Emergency Management Director David Severancetalked about the heavy rain and tornado that ripped through hiscommunity in July and the unique challenges he faced in responding.Barre City Mayor Thomas Lauzon spoke of the flood that hithis community last year and how resources were brought togetherto evacuate individuals and provide shelter for those in need. WillSipsey of the Lincoln Selectboard showed how his town used federaldisaster mitigation funds to lessen the effects of flooding at thetown library.“Emergency management doesn’t focus solely on responding toa disaster. Other phases of emergency management include preparedness,recovery and mitigation.” Vermont Emergency ManagementDirector Barb Farr said. “At times, several state agenciescome together to respond to an incident, but towns can also takesteps to prepare for and mitigate the effects of a disaster. Thisconference allowed towns to look at how they can help themselvesand help each other; it also showed them what the state and federalgovernment can do in all stages of emergency management. Hopefullywe have better equipped everyone to protect the public infuture disasters.”The conference also served as a forum to recognize those in theemergency response community who have gone above and beyondin keeping citizens of individual towns and the state of VermontSteve Earley of Richmond, Vermont School Crisis PlanningTeam: Earley is a founding member of the Vermont SchoolCrisis Planning Team that helps schools throughout the state preparefor any potential hazard. Vermont Emergency ManagementDeputy Director Peter Coffey noted Earley’s leadership in producingmaterials for schools and his ability to hold the Crisis PlanningTeam together when funding was not available to support it. Hishard work and diligence has produced funding and training for thosewho wish to keep Vermont schools safe.OBITUARYRobert B. Stafford of Richmond died peacefully at home onTuesday morning, November 4, 2008, surrounded by his family. Hewas born on November 13, 1923 in Manchester, N.H. to TheodoreW. and Helen (Barnard) Stafford. He graduated from BurlingtonHigh School and the University of Vermont and was a veteran ofWorld War II. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Janice PrestonStafford; his daughter Joan Grant and her husband Edward Grant ofRichmond; his son, Robert B. Stafford, Jr. and wife Donna ColeStafford of Hillsborough, N.H.; and his grandchildren, Alexander S.Grant, Hannah P. Grant and James M. Stafford. A graveside servicewas held on Saturday, November 8, 2008 at 11:00 AM in theRiverview Cemetery, Richmond. The family welcomed visitors attheir home following the service. Arrangements were in the care ofCorbin and Palmer Funeral Home and Cremations, 71 South UnionStreet, Burlington.ALZHEIMER’S WORKSHOPArbor’s to hold Alzheimer’ssupport groupThe Arbors at Shelburne and Armistead Caregiver Services arepleased to offer a free educational support group series for familiescoping with a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease and relateddementias. This innovative series gives caregivers the opportunityto better understand and develop strategies for the future. Heldmonthly at The Arbors at Shelburne, the theme for Wednesday,November 19 at 9:30 AM is Updates on the Latest Research: What’sHappening Now and What Do We See for the Future, presented byLaura Corrow from the Alzheimer Association of VT. For moreinformation and to register, contact Nicole Houston, Director ofFamily Services at The Arbors at Shelburne, at 802-985-8600.We’ll never say,“Can’t do it tillnext month!”Because we specialize in small carpentryand repair jobs you will never hear us say,“Too small. Too busy.”Call us today!Village Carpentry & WoodworkingJericho, Vermont899-4209* Wonderful References * ADA AccessibilityRICHMOND FREE LIBRARYThe book being discussed by our book discussion group on December8 is Erskine Caldwell’s Tobacco Road. Multiple copies areavailable at the circulation desk. The group meets at the library at7:15 PM and all are welcome.On display on our walls this month will once again be art from theRichmond Elementary School. This is made possible by their artteacher, Jeremy Ayers.Throughout November our display case will have Chris Carfaro’smodel railroad/cars collection.In December, L. J. Kopf will have in the display case his originalart on Christmas cards. These are cards which he made throughoutthe years, sent to his mother and she kept every one.We have two copies of the Audubon Magazine with former Richmondresident and library trustee Nancy Bazilchuk’s article. Thetitle of her piece is “Green Travel/Snow Patrol” and it is in theNovember/December issue.The Library will be hosting the program “Raptor Encounter” onWednesday, December 10 at 6:30 PM in the community room. Thisis a program of the VINS Nature Center. This first-hand encounterwith live falcons, hawks, and owls focuses on the natural history,ecology, and adaptations of these efficient predators. Participantslearn what adaptations make a bird a raptor. The Raptor Encounteris a great introduction to these specialized flying hunters. Touchableartifacts and hands-on materials round out this special experience.All are welcome to attend.A quick reminder that the library will be hosting part of theRichmond Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, December 6 from 9:00 AMto 2:00 PM in the community room.New books: Small Wonders: Nature Education for Young Childrenby Linda Garrett, Hands-on Nature: Information and Activitiesfor Exploring the Environment, The Experts’ Guide to DoingThings Faster by Samantha Ettus, Kathy Peterson’s Great OutdoorDecorating Makeover, Divine Justice by David Baldacci, Salvationin Death by J. D. Robb, Certain Prey by John Sandford,Hero of Ages by Brandon Sanderson, Testimony by Anita Shreve,The Gate House by Nelson DeMille, Rage by Jonathan Kellerman,8 Sandpiper Way by Debbie Macomber, A Summer in the Countryby Marcia Willett, and Mr. Cavendish, I Presume by Julia Quinn.We have also been fortunate to have some videos donated to us:March of the Penguins, Canada: A People’s History, Gregory Peck:His Own Man, A Bridge Too Far, Lawrence of Arabia, The Ogre,Pride and Prejudice, The Thin Red Line, Time Regained.We also have DVDs, compliments of MMCTV, of the October 8,2008 D.R.B. Meeting, Richmond Planning Commission, RichmondSelect Board Meetings, and the Special Bridge Meeting.POLICE REPORTSRichmond Police are seeking information in regards to a burglarythat occurred at Perfection Motor Sports in Jonesville betweenNovember 1 and 7. The investigation revealed the suspect(s) used arailroad tie to ram the rear door in. Anyone with information isasked to call Richmond Police at 434-2153, attention: Senior OfficerSarah Messier.Gary Grzywna, 51, of Richmond, Vt. was cited into court forgrand larceny. Grzywna was cited as a result of an ongoing investigationregarding Jon Maxwell, an ex-employee of S.T. Griswold.Grzywna is suspected of taking and/or receiving free concrete productsfrom the yard of S.T. Griswold. Grzywna is scheduled toappear in Vermont District Court on December 1, 2008. Investigatingofficer, Detective Michael Lavoie, Williston Police Department.Are you related to any EssexCivil War Veterans?The Essex Civil War Sites Committee (ECWSC) began meetinglast spring at the Brownell Library to begin learning about Essex/Essex Junction Civil War veterans’ lives, families, farmsteads andfates. The 150 th anniversary of the Civil War begins in 2011 and ourtown, like the rest of Vermont, had deep connections with the conflict.The ECWS Committee has done some preliminary work. DaveKeenan searched the Graves list at the library at Fort Johnson. InaIsham and Anne Gray provided more lists of soldiers. KatharineLayton created an Excel database with the soldiers’ names in alphabeticalorder by last name. Anne Gray typed the information intothe database, along with as much as the list noted about deployment,rank, discharge, death, regiment and rank. This combined withthe Vermontcivilwar.org information is a start. The database canexpand as deep as we can learn about our veterans’ lives. We want toknow: “Are you related to an Essex Civil War Veteran? Do youknow his story?”On Monday, November 24, 7:00 PM, at Brownell Library, wewill present Essex’s Civil War Soldiers: Where They Traveled, WhereThey Fought with Howard Coffin Encore, who has examined our listof Essex veterans and will tell of the campaigns in which they wereinvolved. Open to all. Sponsored by the Meeks Memorial Fund.The Essex Civil War Sites Committee could use your help collectingmore personal information on each of our veterans: public recordsoffices, Heritage Quest, regimental history, town clerk land records,etc. If you have time to help us with the research, contact PennyPillsbury, 878-6955, brownell_library@yahoo.com .WESTFORD SCOUTSWestford Cub Scout Pack 668selling handmade wreaths,swags, centerpiecesCub Scout Pack 668 is offering for sale handmade wreaths, swags,centerpieces, and other items from Spates in Newport, Vermont.These items are of the highest quality and make excellent gifts.Shipping is available in the continental United States. Profits fromthe sale help to support our programs, activities, and field trips.100% of the profit stays in Westford.We are taking orders until November 23. Items will be availablefor pickup on Sunday, November 30 at the Brick Meeting House inWestford. Please contact your local Cub Scout or call Greg Barrows,878-4395 or Guy Vanzo, 893-0218 for questions or to order. Salesbrochures will be posted at various locations around town such asthe town office and town library, as well as the Westford Market.Checks should be made payable to Pack 668.

Mountain Gazette • November 20, 2008www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Page 5DEBORAH RAWSON MEMORIALLIBRARY, JERICHOArt in the library for the month of Novemberare watercolors by Diana Dunn. In the displaycase will be a watercolor tins collection on loanfrom Rick Davis.The next Board of Trustees meeting will beThursday, November 20 at 7:00 PM. This is thebudget hearing. The purpose of the hearing is todiscuss the proposed Fiscal Year 09/10 budget.Proposed budget samples may be picked up at thelibrary a week ahead. Also a position will be openfor an Underhill trustee. A petition to be placed onthe ballot can be picked up at the Town Clerk’soffice.The library will be closed Thursday, November27 and Friday, November 28.The next Music Sunday is Friday, December 7at 2:00 PM. Robert Resnik and Marty Morrisseywill perform songs inspired by Lake Champlain.The library is once again this year a collectionsite for the March of Dimes. New outfits for preemiesas well as baby blankets are needed. Pleaseleave them in the marked basket inside the library.Welcome Baby – Friday, November 21 at 10:30AM. Parents and infants one year and youngerare invited to attend our welcome baby group.Participants will receive a welcome baby bag withgifts and information about community resourcesand have the opportunity to chat with other newparents. Cosponsored with Building Bright Futures.Facilitator: Eliza Kramer.Vacation Art – Tuesday, November 25, 10:30AM. Join Jen King in creating Corn Husk andDried Flower Art. For children in grades two andup. Advance registration required. Call: 899-4962.Funded by the Winnie Bell Learned Grant.Story Times - Stories, songs, fingerplays, craftand snack for preschool children. Wednesdays at11:00 AM, December 3 and 10, and Thursdays at10:00 AM, December 4 and 11.Family Story Times - Quiet stories for familieswith children preschool through grade two. Childrenare invited to wear pajamas and join us for alight bedtime snack, Thursdays at 6:30 PM, December4 and 11.Library hours: Tuesday 12:00 – 8:00 PM,Wednesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Thursday 12:00– 8:00 PM, Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Saturday10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Sunday 1:00 – 4:00PM; closed Monday. For information on any ofthe library’s programs, call 899-4962.JERICHO TOWN LIBRARY,JERICHO CENTERThank you to Kat at Brownell Library for cosponsoringa TAB outing to the midnight showingof Twilight. Also, a special thanks to JP Dubuquefor making all the arrangements for this event.Saturday, November 22, 6:30 to 8:00 PM, FamilyCommunity Movie Night. Come watch a veryrecently released G-rated movie about the last robotleft on earth with a big heart. Refreshmentsserved. This is a free program. Please call the libraryat 899-4686 for title and more information.String Fling Monday, November 24, from 6:30to 8:00 PM. Get together to work, chat, encourageothers, and laugh! Stay for all or part of the night.(All skill levels welcome.) Bring everything string—knit, crochet, embroider, quilt, sew, mend, hemp,beaded jewelry, rug hooking, etc.Tuesday, November 25 from 9:00 to 10:30 AM,TAB (Teen Advisory Board—grades 7-12) is honoredto have the Vermont Children’s Librarian,Grace Greene, as a guest to speak on the art ofpuppetry. TABbers will use the skills they learnto enhance upcoming story times. All TABbersare invited to this special workshop. To learn howto get involved in TAB, please call the library.Wednesday, November 26 at 10:00 AM, Puppetshow story hour. Come be entertained by thetalented TAB (Teen Advisory Board) members asthey present Frog Prince. Make a cool metalliccrown with the teens and enjoy a snack.High School students needing to fulfill communityservice please consider volunteering when yourschedule permits at the library. Call or stop by!Story time including craft and snack is heldevery Wednesday upstairs at 10:00 AM. Comeshare the joy of books, songs, and fingerplays!Upcoming themes: Wednesday, December 3, 10:00AM – Gingerbread, Wednesday, December 10,10:00 AM – Reindeer.The Board of Trustees meets regularly the firstThursday of the month at 7:00 PM at the library.The public is welcome so join us at our upcomingmeetings on December 4 and January 8. The hoursfor the Jericho Town Library on the Green areMonday and Friday 1:00 to 5:00 PM, Wednesday10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:00 to 6:00 PM,Saturday 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. For more informationcall 899-4686 or email us atJerichotownlibrary@gmail.com .WESTFORD TOWN LIBRARY,WESTFORDUpcoming Events: Thursday, November 20, 11AM: Storytime. Stories and activities forpreschoolers. Theme: United Nations Children’sDay.Thursday and Friday, November 27 and 28:Library closed for Thanksgiving.Thursday, December 4, 11:00 AM: Storytime:Hamsters and guinea pigs.Friday, December 5, 6:00 to 8:30 PM: WestfordKnitters. All needlecrafters welcome. Contact JulieNelson at 343-0165 or julie@coolmoonyoga.com.Wednesday, December 10, 6:00 to 7:00 PM:Book Discussion: Three Cups of Tea by GregMortenson.Friday, December 12, 6:00 PM: Strategy andboard games for teens and adults. Hosted by MattTaylor.Vermont Earth Institute Course Menu for theFuture begins Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 6:45 to8:15 PM. This six-session discussion course exploresthe connection between food andsustainability. There is no charge for the courseand the library will have a non-circulating copy ofthe book, however you may wish to purchase theworkbook for $20. Call Victoria at 878-5639 toregister.New Additions to the Collection: Adult Fiction:Brass Verdict (Connelly), Extreme Measures(Flynn), The Given Day (Lahane), The Hour IFirst Believed (Lamb), Lucky One (Sparks), A MostWanted Man (LeCarre), Rough Weather (Parker).Adult Nonfiction: Dewey - The Small Town LibraryCat (Myron), Intellectual Freedom Manual(ALA), Called Out of Darkness (Rice), My Strokeof Insight (Taylor), Outliers (Gladwell), The Snowball:Warren Buffet and the Business of Life(Schroeder), Snowboarding Skills (Kleh), WhatColor is Your Parachute (Bolles), Wordy Shipmates(Vowell).Juvenile Fiction and Nonfiction: Over 100 newtitles - thanks to the Children’s Literacy Foundation(CLiF) scholarship. Includes board books,picture books, early and transitional readers, fiction,nonfiction and graphic novels!We are seeking volunteers for a variety ofprojects including automation and after-schoolprogramming. If you are interested in leading aprogram or mounting an art show at the library,please contact Victoria at 878-5639.Our hours are Wednesday 1:00 to 7:00 PM,Thursday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Friday 12 noonto 6:00 PM, and Saturday 10:00 to 2:00 PM. Wecan be reached at www.westford.lib.vt,westford_pl@vals.state.vt.us, and 878-5639.VARNUM LIBRARY, JEFFERSONVILLEThe Varnum Memorial Library in Jeffersonvilleis busy this fall! All ages can find something interestingat the library to take part in. There are programsfor children and adults, free WiFi access,and of course books and materials to check out,including the ECHO Center pass.We have programs for children and adults. Wecontinue to host a popular story hour on Tuesdaysat 2:30 PM for school-aged children. OnDecember 13 the book will be Herland by CharlottePerkins Gilman. Stop by or call the library toLIBRARIES / LETTERSget a copy to read. Come take part!The Varnum Memorial Library is open Mondaysand Tuesdays from 1:00 to 8:00 PM andThursdays and Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 12:00noon. The library is a Home Card member, soyour card here gains you access to almost all of thelibraries in Chittenden County. Call 644-2117 ifyou have any questions.LETTERS TO THE EDITORMGGather Together, Give ThanksCelebrate with Chocolate!Try Something New!Pumpkin Pie Fudge After The TurkeyHandmadeCandy CanesThank you for your votesTo the Editor,I would like to thank the voters in theChittenden 6-3 district (Essex, Westford) for supportingmy bid for re-election to the Vermont Houseof Representatives. I met and spoke with many ofyou at your doors and I appreciate the kindnesswith which I was treated and the thoughtfulnessof your comments and concerns. I look forward toserving you during the upcoming legislative session.I am optimistic that we will be able to addresssome of the serious problems facing Vermontand Vermonters. Again, thank you so muchfor your continued support. If you wish to contactme I can be reached by calling 893-1291 or bye-mailing me at mpheath@aol.comMartha Heath, State RepresentativeChittenden 6-3Disappointed in Underhill I.D. decisionTo the Editor,It was with shock and disappointment that Iread the November 6 article regarding the UnderhillID school board’s decision to withdraw from theTri-School committee’s discussion of school governancerestructuring. As a recent member of theUnderhill ID School Board, this decision was especiallysurprising. When I resigned from the boarda few weeks ago, I had the impression that boardsupport for quality education coupled with fiscalresponsibility was quite solid. This recent announcementseems to fly in the face of both thesetenets. Financially it seems like a ‘penny-wise,pound-foolish’ decision. The article states that thesavings to the three schools’ boards could be$60,000 annually. And this was based solely onrestructuring the school governance, not the wayeducation is delivered. The quoted cost of $12,000is a cost to be split among the three schools proportionatelyto their sizes. The ID costs wouldonly be ¼ of this ($3,000.) The notion that taxpayerswould want to save $3,000 this year ratherthan viewing this as an investment in our school’sfinancial future is ludicrous. As a citizen and taxpayerof this district I am calling on the ID schoolboard to re-enter the conversation with JES andUCS so that savings can be found, discussed andacted upon. If ‘public feedback’ is what the boarddesires in order to feel they have a mandate tospend this money, so be it. You’ve got my feedback.Peter Booth, JerichoEver feel like something is missing inUnderhill?To the Editor,We have a community overflowing with wonderfulpeople, country stores, post offices, schools,Letters continued on page 16EmbroideryScreen PrintingPromotional ProductsBusiness LogosTeams • SchoolsReunions • WeddingsOpen 7 Days • We Ship Daily25Truffles$16.25Blue Mall, So. Burlington • 802-863-8306Factory Location Route 15, Jericho • 802-899-3373www.snowflakechocolate.comHoliday Open House25% Off in Gift ShopFriday and Saturday • November 28 & 29Christmas Ornaments • Stocking StuffersHoliday CandlesWooden Puzzles and GamesToys by Melissa & DougFree Christmas CookiesSewing Corner & Gift Shop66 VT RT 15 • Jericho • 899-1290

Page 6 www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Mountain Gazette • November 20, 2008ARTEmile A. Gruppe Gallery presents LibbyDavidson, Images of Vermont , acrylic and watercolorpaintings with an opening artist reception onSunday, November 16 from 1:00-3:00 Pm. The showwill run through Sunday December 21. Libby hasbeen illustrating Vermont’s landscapes and wild lifefor over 20 years, working primarily in pen and inkand watercolor and for this show will also displaynew works in acrylic on canvas . Also available willbe many of her limited edition prints and cards whichreflect the Vermont landscapes.Most recently Libby completed illustrations fora new book published this October by the LakeChamplain Committee titled Lake Champlain : ANatural History . She has also illustrated the bookWetland, Wildland ,Woodland,: A Guide to the NaturalCommunities of Vermont published by the NatureConservancy of Vermont and the Vermont Departmentof Fish and Wildlife. Folks who have visitedthe Birds of Vermont Museum in Huntington,VT have seen her 35 foot long wetland dioramas.On Sunday, November 23 Libby will present theWorkshop: Behind the Scenes, sharing the processof developing natural history book illustrations fromsketch to ink to color, form 1:00-3:00 PM. Registrationis required and there is a materials fee of$15.00. Please call 802 899-3211.The gallery is located at 22 Barber Farm Road,Jericho, gallery hours are Thursday-Sunday 10:00AM -3:00 PM or by appointment.On display at the Flour Shop, VT Rt. 15,Underhill, Artwork by Chris Gluck’s students. Photographyby Chris White, Lea Cordney, DonnaOwens, Tim Durbrow, and Fred Kent.At Helen Day Art Center through November22, Made in China: Chinese Contempory Art. Openthe door to exploring contemporary Chinese culture,philosophy, and art. For information on schedulesand program, www.helenday.com.The Fleming Museum has opened a touringcollection of Tibetan Art from the Rubin Museumin New York City, titled Buddha in Paradise. Thisexhibition of richly colored tangka paintings andexquisite sculpture ranging from the 13th-20th centuryexamines Buddhist conceptions of paradise aswell as illustrating ideas and beliefs that have enduredfor thousands of years. The showing willcontinue through December 19, 2008.Also at the Fleming Museum’s East Gallery,now through December 19, Improvisation: A Historyof Vermont’s Design/Build Movement 1964-1977 Architectural Improvisation: A History ofVermont’s Design/Build Movement 1964-1977documents a radical, Vermont-based architecturalmovement characterized by organic forms, improvisationalprocesses, hands-on methods, and naturalmaterials. Predating the back-to-the-land movementbut motivated by similar values and principles,the Design/Build movement focused on a new mediatoryrole for architecture both in creating communityand in the then-newly charged relationshipbetween humans and the environment. There willbe a number of the documented projects from themid-1960s pioneered technological and social experimentationsuch as solar heating, wind power,and co-housing.During the month of December members of theEssex Art League will be exhibiting at several sites.At the Phoenix Book Store and Cafe at 21 EssexWay members will show their impressions of stilllife paintings as well as winter scenes. At Colchester’sBurnham Library on rte 2A they will exhibit a collectionof small pictures. Mary Pacifici, LorraineHislop, Lynn Sullivan, and Jennifer Fay will be showART / MUSIC / THEATERNutcracker ballet performances around the areaWyatt Kitchen-Glodgett & Jaya Puglise fromBrown’s River Middle School will be performingthis November at the Flynn Center in theAlbany Berkshire’s Nutcracker production. Thisis Jaya’s 4th year in the Nutcracker and she willbe a Party Child on Saturday, November 29 at7:00 PM. This is Wyatt’s second year as a PartyChild; he can be seen November 29 at 7:00 PMand November 30 at 1:00 PM. Wyatt will alsoplay Fritz on Saturday, November 29 at 3:00 PM.Jaya and Wyatt are both Poker Hill SchoolAlumni. Tickets go fast so call the Flynn today.PHOTO CONTRIBUTEDDancer of the Vermont Ballet Theater are ready topreform the Nutcracker Ballet in December. Aboveright front row, left to right: Crystal Lanpher; SarahGlitman; Holly Jean Stone; Caroline Richards. Back Row, left to right: Anna Fodero, Toni Martin,Jessica Gandini, Anna Bassford. Above left: Heidi Walko, Macey Wissell, Julia Donlevy. Notavailable for photos: Hope Ferris, Jayden Lepsic, Adeline Connelly, Lily Porth, Laurel Evans-Diffenderfer, Simon Evans-Diffenderfer, Seth Evans-Diffenderfer.their work at the Given Health Center at 353 BlairPark in Williston. Lynn Powers will be exhibitingpaintings at the Essex Town Offices at 81 MainStreet, Essex Junction. For more information call862-3014 or visit the league’s web site atwww.essexartleague.com.Jacob Walker Art Gallery, 14 members showinga variety of works from watercolors and pastelsto acrylics. November 3 – December 12, CopleyHospital, Morrisville.MUSICFriday December 5, 2008, Vermont PhilharmonicOrchestra Messiah Concert, Brian Webb,Conductor, featuring soloists Marjorie Drysdale,soprano, alto Carol Spradling, tenor DavidMenzies and bass Simon Chauss; St. Augustine’sChurch, Barre Street, Montpelier, Vermont; $15 /$12 seniors / $5 students, 7:30 PM. (informationat www.vermontphilharmonic.org or (802) 476-8188).Sunday, December 7, 2008, Vermont PhilharmonicOrchestra Messiah Concert, Brian Webb,Conductor, featuring soloists Marjorie Drysdale,soprano, alto Carol Spradling, tenor DavidMenzies and bass Simon Chauss?; Barre OperaHouse, Barre, Vermont, $15 / $12 seniors / $5students, 3:30 p.m. (information atwww.vermontphilharmonic.org or (802) 476-8188).Tuesdays – Open Mic, 9:00 – 11:00 PM,Smuggler’s Notch Inn, Jeffersonville, 644-6765.Wednesdays – NIPs-West Open Potluck andSongs/Dance Tunes Session, Moshe’s house, Essex,first and third Wednesdays; contact Moshe 879-0876 or www.groups.yahoo.com/NIPS-West. OpenMic, 8:00 PM, Overtime Saloon, St. Albans;www.overtimesaloon.com.Open Mic Night, 6:30pm on the first Wednesdayof each month, Phoenix Books, Essex Shoppesand Cinema, Essex Center.Thursdays – Open Mic, 8:00 PM – midnight,Village Tavern, Jeffersonville.Saturdays – Acoustic music session, 1:00 – 4:00PM, Foothills Bakery, FairfaxTHEATREWaterbury resident Jack Bradt and Jericho residentGeorgette Garbes Putzel are part of the cast ofBlithe Spirit, Shelburne Players upcoming fallproduction. The critically acclaimed comedy byNoel Coward will be performed at Shelburne TownCenter in Shelburne at 8:00 PM on November 14,15, 20, 21, and 22 and at 2:00 PM on Sunday, November16. Tickets are $12, $10 seniors and students,and can be purchased in advance at ShelburneSupermarket or reserved by calling 985-0780. Checkwww.shelburneplayers.com for more information.AttendThe Nutcracker ballet on November 29and 30, the Albany Berkshire Ballet will continueits thirty-four year tradition and present thisclassical ballet at Flynn Center for Performing Artson their Main Stage.The role of Clara will be danced by EmmaVincent, 11, of Shelburne, on Saturday, November29 at 3:00 PM, Meghan Driscoll, 11, of Stowe, onSaturday November 29 at 7:30 PM and by ReillyFaith, 11, of Morrisville on Sunday November 30at 1:00 PM.Dancing as party children are Jaya Puglise,10,of Underhill and Wyatt Kitchen-Glodgett, 10, ofJericho.Show times for The Nutcracker are Saturday,November 29 at 3:00 and 7:30 PM, and Sunday,November 30 at 1:00 PM. Tickets may be purchasedat the Flynn Theater Box Office and mayalso be ordered through www.flynntix.org or (802)86-FLYNN. Discounted tickets are available forstudents, children and seniors.VSO Presents “Music of Our Time” Composedin the 1940s -The second of the VermontSymphony Orchestra 2008/2009 Masterworksseries concerts celebrates “Music of Our Time”with three exciting works composed in America inthe early 1940s. This dynamic program includesAaron Copland’s Four Dance Episodes from Rodeo,Gershwin/Bennett’s Porgy and Bess: SymphonicPicture, and Béla Bartók’s classic Concertofor Orchestra. VSO principal guest conductorAnthony Princiotti will conduct the concert onSaturday, December 6 at the Flynn Center inBurlington at 8:00 PM.Subscriptions for the remaining four concerts inthe Masterworks series and single tickets for theDecember 6 concert are available. For additionalinformation or tickets, please call the FlynnTixRegional Box Office at (802) 86-FLYNN (863-5966), the VSO office at 800-VSO-9293, extension10, or visit on line at www.vso.org.

Mountain Gazette • November 20, 2008www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Page 7COMING EVENTSThursday, November 20History of Jericho Corners – 150 years ago to now, 7:00 to 8:00PM, Jericho United Methodist Church, Rt. 15, Jericho. Enjoy anevening with Gary Irish, local historian and Jericho resident, on thechanges that have occurred, primarily in Jericho Corners, since 150years ago. Gary will share his knowledge and pictures of the areafrom past to present. Please join us for this historical and entertaininglecture. There will be time for questions and memory sharing.Refreshments from the church’s 150 th Anniversary Cookbook willbe served following the presentation.Saturday, November 2223rd Annual McAuction part II, auction begins 5:30 PM, ElksLodge, North Avenue, Burlington. Services donated by Tom Hirchak,auctioneer. Benefit Ronald McDonald House. For more informationplease contact the Ronald McDonald House at (802)862-4943 orsend an e-mail to johnson.hattie@comcast.net.Mondays, December 1, 8, 15, & 22Pajama night with Santa every Monday in December at UniversityMall. Kids and parents, come dressed in fuzzy PJ’s to visitSanta, enjoy Hood milk & cookies, and settle in for a classic Christmasmovie. Free coloring book, crayons and a chocolate gold coin totake home. 5:00 to 7:00 PM next to the Christmas tree. For moreinformation, call 863-1066 x11.Friday, December 5English country dancing, Vermont International Festival,Champlain Valley Expo, Essex Junction. 8:00 to 10:00 PM. Alldances taught by Val Medve to music by “Impropriety” (Lar Dugganon piano, Dominique Gagne on flute, Laura Markowitz on violin,Ana Ruesink on viola.) Info, 802-899-2378 orvalandtom@verizon.net. Website: www.peter.burrage.net/dance .Sunday, December 7Festival of Lights, 7:00 PM, Champlain College’s Alumni Auditorium,375 Maple Street, Burlington. Presented by the Voices ofDiversity Project, Festival of Lights will feature a variety ofChamplain College community performers, musicians, storytellersand artists from a wide variety of backgrounds, coming together tocreate a global holiday celebration! Call (802) 651-5962 for moreinformation. Free.Wednesday, December 10Planning meeting, 7:00 PM, Jericho Community Center, for theSecond Annual Snowflake Bentley Birthday Celebration, to be heldin Jericho Center on Saturday, February 7. Volunteers to help in theplanning and running of the event are needed, especially anyoneinterested in a snowshoe event. It will be the 144th birthday of ourmost famous citizen, Snowflake Bentley!Friday, December 19English country dancing, Elley-Long Music Center, 223 Ethan AllenAve., Colchester. 7:30 to 9:30 PM. All dances taught by WendyGilchrist, Martha Kent, and Val Medve. Music by “Impropriety”(Lar Duggan on piano, Dominique Gagne on flute, Laura Markowitzon violin, Ana Ruesink on viola.) Info, 802-899-2378 orvalandtom@verizon.net. Website: www.peter.burrage.net/dance .ONGOING EVENTSADULT ACTIVITIESThe Essex Art League holds monthly meetings at the First CongregationalChurch, 39 Main St., Essex Jct. For information, 862-3014.Westford Knitters Group meets the first Friday of each month,6:00 – 8:30 PM at the Westford Library. All needle-crafters inWestford and surrounding communities are welcome. Enjoy conversationwith neighbors and friends while you work on your currentproject. Come early or late; bring a brown bag dinner and drink ifyou like. For information: Julie Nelson, 343-0165 orJulie@coolmoonyoga.com.Handbell ringers, Tuesday evenings, United Church of Underhill.All are welcome at rehearsals. Two ensembles; opportunity forsmall groups/shorter time periods. We ring a variety of music in avariety of settings and look forward to new faces joining us. Beginnerswelcome! Call Roger, 899-3106 for information.VT French Canadian Genealogy Society library, Tuesdayevenings 7:00 – 9:30 PM (except holidays). VT and Canadian CatholicParish records, VT vital records on microfilm, census records,and other resources for family history research. Volunteers availableto assist individuals. Dupont Bldg., Hegeman Ave., Fort Ethan Allen,Colchester. For information or appointment, 862-8082, 878-8081,online at www.vt-fcgs.org, or email mail@vt-fcgs.org.HEALTH GROUPSAlzheimer’s Support Group -Free educational support groupseries for families coping with aloved one with Alzheimer’s diseaseand related dementias. This seriesgives caregivers the opportunity tobetter understand and developstrategies for the future. Heldmonthly at The Arbors atShelburne. For more informationand to register, contact NicoleHouston, Director of Family Services,The Arbors at Shelburne, 985-8600.Overeaters Anonymous meets6:00 – 7:00 PM, Wednesdays atthe Jericho United MethodistChurch, VT Rt. 15, Jericho.TOPS Chapter 145Jeffersonville meets 6:15 PM onThursdays at the Eagles Club,Route 109, Jeffersonville. Weighin5:30 – 6:00 PM.Healing Circle Breast CancerNetwork, support group forwomen with breast cancer, meetsfirst Tuesday of every month at5:30 PM, Northwestern MedicalCenter, Conference Room 1. PleaseRSVP at 524-8479.Franklin County ProstateCancer Support Group, firstTuesday of each month, 5:15 - 7:00Lions Club sponsorsTree of LightsThe Jericho-Underhill LionsClub would like to start an annualevent to honor, celebrate and rememberspecial people named bymembers of our community. We aregoing to have a special tree-lightingevent and ceremony on the greenon Route 15 in Underhill Flats. Wehope there is community interestto create a “tree of lights” to commemorateloved ones and brightenthe thoughts of those drivingthrough our towns. For example,we invite you to honor those whoserve, remember those who havepassed on, and celebrate familymembers, neighbors, friends, etc.Our thought is to receive $5.00donations for each light representinga loved one either as someonespecial to honor, or celebrate or rememberin this special way. Themoney collected will be applied100% to needs in our community,as is always the case with everydollar raised by Lions. Our nexteffort will be supplying turkeys tothe food shelf and food baskets tothose shut in during the holidayseason.Elsewhere in the Mountain Gazetteyou will find a form which wehope you will consider, cut out andreturn to us with your names anddonations. We will return to you athank you certificate and we willhost a special ceremony December13 to read the names of these specialpeople and power on the lights.HappyThanksgivingfrom Laurie - Jody - Jodie - Karrianne atIn our observance of the holidaywe will be closed Fridayand Saturday, November 27 - 29.Thank youfor your continuedpatronage.Hours: Tues. 8:00-7:00, Wed. 8:00-7:00Thurs. 8:00-3:00, Fri. 8:00-6:00Sat. 7:30-12:00 • Walk-ins WelcomeEVENTSPM, Northwestern Medical Center Conference Room #2, St.Albans. This support group offers men opportunities to educatethemselves and each other; share and learn from each other’s experiences;offer support to each other, a spouse or partner; and advocateearly detection of prostate cancer. For information, FernMercure, 524-0719.Fit Kids Support Group, first Mondays, 4:15 – 5:00 PM. Programfor kids 8-13 and their parents. Learn about nutrition, physicalactivity, ways to increase activity level safely, change eatingbehavior, self-esteem, and obstacles that interfere with weight managementsuccess. Northwestern Medical Center, Cobblestone Building,Classroom A. Speaker: Kay Tran, Reg. Dietitian, MS, CDE.Free; pre-registration required: 524-1234 or cfhw@nmcinc.org.Statewide Quit Line, Telephone Smoking Cessation Counseling.Call 1-877-yes-quit (1-877-937-7848). Free.Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, “Keep It Simple” group meetsMondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 8:00 – 9:00 PM, and Saturdays,6:30 – 7:30 PM, at the United Church of Underhill, UnderhillFlats.KIDSUnderhill Playgroup, kids ages 0-5 with their caregivers are alwayswelcome to join us Fridays from 9:30 - 11:00 AM at UnderhillCentral School for playtime, crafts, stories, songs and fun! Foradditional information or questions, please contact Heather Lebeisat 899-4415 or Underhillplaygroup@yahoo.comBolton Family Play Night, in the Smilie School gym, usuallythe first and third Fridays, 6:00 – 7:30 PM. Free. Mostly unstructuredplay with the school’s equipment. Contact Tim Grover, 434-4180.SENIORSJeri-Hill XYZ Seniors meet at the Town Hall in UnderhillCenter on the first and third Wednesday of each month. All seniorsare welcome! Dinners are served at 11:30 AM. For information,please call Lenore Whitten, 878-8996, Bette Workman, 899-4446,or Loreen Teer, 899-1363.Westford senior lunches – join Westford Seniors for lunch atthe Red Brick Meeting House on the Common the second Mondayof each month. Lunch is served at 12:00 noon with a short meetingor presentation following. Mark this date on your calendar: December8. Call 878-7405 or 879-7382 for information or for a ride.Ongoing continued on page 10Astral Bigamist?Gazing affectionately on the ghost of his first wife Elvira (BlytheUsher), Charles Condomine (Jack Bradt) is both enthralled andalarmed by the prospect of now having to deal with two wives, oneliving and one dead, in Shelburne Players’ fall comedy, BlitheSpirit by Noel Coward. Blithe Spirit opened last weekend and willcontinue this week at 8 PM at Shelburne Town Center stage onNovember 20, 21 and 22. Tickets are $12, $10 for seniors andstudents, and can be purchased at Shelburne Supermarket or reservedby calling 985-0780. Tickets can also be purchased at thedoor. Shelburne Town Center is located at 5420 Shelburne Road(Rt. 7) in the town of Shelburne to the left of the fire station as youenter the parking lot. Parking is available on both sides of theTown Center building.PHOTO CONTRIBUTEDJERICHO UNDERHILL LIONS CLUB“TREE of LIGHT”Thank you for participating in our community project;lighting a bulb to HONOR, REMEMBER, or CELEBRATEa special person in your life.To make that bulb glow this holiday season, complete theform below and send with your check to:J U Lions Club, PO Box 4, Jericho, Vermont 05465.We will send to you a certificate acknowledging yourthoughtful gift and hope you will join us as we light the tree upon December 13, 2008.Your name ______________________________Address ________________________________Phone No. ____________________I would like to light _____ bulb(s) @ $5.00 a piece.Please write in name(s) and circle designated acknowledgement below.Name _________________________ Honor, Remember, CelebrateName _________________________ Honor, Remember, CelebrateName _________________________ Honor, Remember, CelebrateThank you again for supporting our special community project.For further information call 899-3122.

Page 8 www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Mountain Gazette • November 20, 2008Advance directives for health careBEAUTYFull Service Hair Salon for Men, Women & ChildrenTues. 8:00-7:00, Wed. 8:00 - 7:00, Thurs. 8:00 - 3:30,Fri. 8:00 - 6:00, Sat. 7:30 - 12:00 Walk-ins OnlyRoute 15 • 899-2068* Perm * Waxing* Manicures* Elegant Toucouch h Artiftifical ical Nails* Pedicures* AND MORE644-8484TanningAvailableAustralian GoldEmerald Bay • Pro TeamHours: Mon. 9-4Tues. & Wed. 9-7Thur. 9-2Fri. 9-6 • Sat. 8-2Walkins Welcome(when time available)51 South Main St.Cambridge VillageCHIROPRACTIC CAREHEALTHWe have all been sick before. Whether it is from the flu or from amore chronic ailment, we have all experienced, to some degree, thefeeling of vulnerability illness brings. While we cannot always avoidillness, we can mitigate the vulnerability of ourselves and our lovedones by expressing our wishes before it is too late.On September 1, 2005, Vermont adopted a new Advance Directivefor Health Care. This document combined a number of oldstatutes, a Terminal Care Document, a Living Will and a DurablePower of Attorney for Health Care. The new law allows you evenmore discretion and choices for your health care decisions. If youhave an older Terminal Care Document and Living Will or DurablePower of Attorney for Health Care, it would be worth consultingwith an attorney to see whether you would be better served by thenew Advanced Directives for Health Care. The Vermont AdvancedDirective recognizes “the fundamental right of an adult to determinethe extent of health care the individual receives, including treatmentprovided during periods of incapacity and end of life.” See 18 V.S.A.§ 9700.An Advance Directive for Health Care allows you to name aperson/agent to carry out your instructions, such as: refrain fromperforming CPR, from putting you on life support, or from performingprocedures designed only to prolong your life without hopeof recovery. The Advance Directive allows you to make end of lifedecisions: What sort of treatments do you want? Do you want toreceive all possible treatments to extend your life? Do you wantbreathing tubes or breathing machines? Do you want feeding tubes?Do you want pain medication? You can choose “do not attempt”regarding resuscitation orders. You can also indicate your wishesconcerning the donation of your organs and tissue and the dispositionof your body after your death. Institutions must abide by yourwishes or face legal consequences.The person you choose as your agent for the Advance Directiveacts in the event you cannot make your own health care decisions.An Advance Directive can be set up so that your designated agenthas power only when you are unable to make your own health caredecisions, or you can determine that your agent will have powerimmediately when certain conditions are met, such as the progressionof Alzheimer’s disease. The law has a special provision thatallows you to instruct your agent under certain conditions to withholdhealth care treatments even if you object at the time, if you lackcapacity to act competently.An Advance Directive is not a contract and you can make changesor revoke it at any time as long as you are competent to do so.Vermont offers residents a very valuable free service, the AdvanceDirective Registry. After completing your Advance Directive,you fax a copy to the Registry. They will send you a wallet cardwith a code number that can be used by medical professionals. Thismeans that wherever you are, health care providers can gain immediateaccess via fax to your information, 7 days per week and 24hours per day.This article is not intended to provide legal advice and does notcreate an attorney-client relationship. Readers should refrain fromacting on information posted here without seeking specific legaladvice from individually qualified counselors.Stephen Unsworth is a partner in the Law firm of Unsworth &Barra PLC, located in Essex Jct., VT. He is a member of the AmericanAcademy of Estate Planning Attorneys and the National Academyof Elder Law Attorneys. He has been engaged in the practice oflaw for over 30 years.Steve Cothalis namedTherapist of the YearSteve Cothalis, a respiratory therapist at Copley Hospital, washonored with the 2008 Therapist of the Year Award by the Vermont/NewHampshire Society for Respiratory Care at the group’sannual education conference last week. Cothalis, a respiratory therapistfor nearly 30 years, was recognized by his peers for his dedicationand commitment to pulmonary rehab.Cothalis has been with Copley Hospital for the past seven years,working as a therapist with the hospital’s Pulmonary Rehabilitationprogram. This past spring he was instrumental in organizing “BreatheEasier,” a support group for people with chronic pulmonary disease.A collaborative effort with the American Lung Association,“Breathe Easier” meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at CopleyHospital. Many former participating Copley pulmonary rehab patientsrecently participated in the American Lung Association’sHealthy Air Walk as a team, which he helped organize. Prior tojoining Copley, Cothalis worked at academic medical centers in Vermontand New York. For more information on the Breathe Easiersupport group call 888-8888.DENTAL AL CAREALDER BROOKDENTAL ASSOCIATES, P.C.JOHN W. SUMMERVILLE, DMDSOUTH S. SIGLER, DDSQuality Dental Care for the entire family in a relaxedand friendly environment. Conveniently located acrossfrom Essex Shoppes and Cinema.Red Cross gives out gallon pinsThese local blood donors received their gallon pins from AmericanRed Cross Blood Services, New England Region: Carol Derda,Jericho, 5 gallons and Deane Dudley, Jericho, 54 gallons.Symptoms and treatment of strokeStroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States andit is also the leading cause of long-term disability among adults. Yetmany Americans do not treat stroke as an emergency. “Stroke is amedical emergency,” stresses Nancy Natvig, RN, Director of EmergencyServices at Copley Hospital. “When stroke symptoms occur,call 9-1-1 to quickly get the appropriate medical attention.”When someone is having a stroke, the blood flow to the brain isinterrupted. Brain cells begin to die due to lack of oxygen and nutrients.The effects of a stroke can range from mild to severe, and caninclude paralysis, problems thinking and speaking, and emotionalproblems.Natvig explains that timing is critical for effective treatment. “Thewindow of opportunity to start treating stroke patients is threehours,” she says. “Not three hours from the time the patient arrivesat the hospital, but when symptoms begin.”Natvig notes that the most common symptom of stroke is suddenweakness/numbness of the face, arm or leg, especially on oneside of the body. Other symptoms include:• sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understandingspeech• sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes• sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance orcoordination• sudden severe headache with no known causeShe also shares that stroke can be painless with symptoms thatpass quickly. And certain medical conditions such as diabetes, highblood pressure and heart disease can increase the risk of stroke.Natvig emphasizes, “Don’t wait to see if the symptoms go away ontheir own; call 9-1-1.”Once in the Emergency Room, Natvig explains, there are a varietyof steps a doctor quickly follows when diagnosing a stroke. Thefirst step is reviewing your medical history. The doctor will askabout the symptoms you are currently experiencing or had experiencedearlier. They’ll also ask about any recent illnesses, surgeriesor other medical conditions you might have. A physical examinationwill be conducted and it will include neurological tests of your musclesand nerves. Throughout this period, the doctor will ask questions tocheck your memory, speech and thinking. Depending on the resultsof your evaluation, additional tests may be ordered and you may bereferred to a neurologist. Treatment started in the Emergency Roommay also include medicine that dissolves the blood clot, dependingon your condition.If you have suffered a stroke or experienced stroke warning signs,it is important that you work with your family doctor to determinecauses and the best course of treatment for you. That may includemaking lifestyle changes such as not smoking, exercising regularly,limiting alcohol, and losing weight to reduce risk factors.Natvig notes that bystanders who notice someone exhibiting strokesymptoms should call 9-1-1, as stroke victims have the best chancefor recovery if someone around them acts quickly.For more information on stroke or any other illnesses, CopleyHospital’s Health Science Library is happy to assist with eitheronline research or pamphlets. Copley Hospital’s Wellness Programalso offers diabetes educators and a dietician who can work one-ononewith you to help you reduce your risk factors. Both the HealthScience Library and the Wellness Program can be reached by calling888-8888.MASSAGEPHONE 802.879.1233 ~ FAX 802.879.31818 ESSEX WAY ESSEX JCT., VT 05452EYE CAREPAUL DUNKLING DDS. PCGREG M. PENNEY DDS.FAMILY DENTISTRY• One Visit Crowns• CEREC Dentistry• Veneers• Whitening• General Dentistry• Root Canal Therapy• Surgery & Extractions899-397322 Raceway Rd.Jericho• Implants• Pediatric Dentistry• Emergency Care• Full / Partial Dentures• Periodontal TherapyPayment Plan AvailableNew Patients of all Ages WelcomeTwo Convenient Locations863-347952 N. Prospect St.BurlingtonPHYSICAL THERAPYORTHOPEDIC AND SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPYHELPING YOU GET BACK ON THE RIGHT PATHWe specialize in treating conditions of the muscles, tendons,ligaments, bones, and joints. Our physical therapists providepatients with the most progressive methodsof orthopedic and sports rehabilitation.61 Huntington RoadRichmond, VT434-8495WE LOOK FORWARDTO SERVINGOUR COMMUNITY

Mountain Gazette • November 20, 2008OBITUARIESAlbert F. Burnor, 68, a longtime resident of Williston, died peacefullywith his loving family at his side on Friday, October 31, 2008in Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington after a short illness.Albert was born in Fairfax on December 14, 1939, the son of Alfredand Frances (Parah) Burnor. He was married in Swanton on January12, 1959 to Linda (Prevost) Burnor. Albert served his country withthe United States Air Force. He served the state of Vermont as thefirst chief of the Bolton Fire Department and the second assistantchief of the Williston Fire Department, and was a former selectmanin the town of Bolton. He was employed for many years in theconstruction industry, retiring from Donald Cameron Construction,and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Albert is survived by his wife of 49years, Linda Burnor; their children Lisa LeFreniere and her husbandGerald, and Carrie Heath; eight grandchildren, Amy Tinker and husbandBilly, Gerry LeFreniere and wife Candi, Christopher LeFreniere,Michael Graham, Scott Graham, Daniel Fortier and wife Dana, JessieFortier, and Alex Fortier; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters,Blanche Sorrell and husband Bert, and Gertrude Bates and husbandLouis; two sisters-in-law, Jean Goodroe and Ann Bessette and husbandRoger; and several nieces and nephews. Albert was predeceasedby his daughter Thena Fortier on Augugust 18, 2005.Graveside services for Albert were held on Tuesday, November 4 inSt. Albans Bay Cemetery. Following the services family and friendsgathered at the home of Lisa and Gerald LeFreniere on DuxburyRoad in Bolton. Arrangements were made with LaVigne FuneralHome and Cremation Service, 132 Main St., Winooski.Larry F. Mayo, 63, of Westford died unexpectedlyearly Friday morning, October 31, 2008.Larry was born on April 14, 1945, in St. Albans,the son of Ornel and Dorothy (Guerin) Mayo.He graduated from Milton High School in 1963,and enlisted into the Army National Guard. OnApril 26, 1969, Larry married Lynne MargaretResseguie in St. Ann Catholic Church in Milton.Larry was a member of the Milton Fire Departmentfor many years. Most Friday nights, Larrycould be found playing cards at the Eagles Club in Milton. He wasvery well known for his card playing, especially Cribbage. His deerhunting episodes were as famous, especially his hunting trip to theHoliday Inn in Waterbury. Larry had worked for Carpenter Supplyand Independent Pipe and Supply for many years where he specializedin specialty plumbing supplies. In addition to his wife Lynne;Larry is survived by his sister Marion Gorecki of Farmington, Conn.;by his sister-in-laws Sharon Resseguie of St. Albans and Joan andher husband Cedric “Woody” Pecor of Milton; his father- andmother-in-law Charles and Margaret (Gauvin) Resseguie of Milton;his nephew Dr. Cedric Pecor of Milton; his niece Jessica Pecor andfiance Roger Masse of Smyrna, Del.; and by several cousins. Hewas predeceased by his parents and his sister Linda. A funeral servicewas held on Monday, November 3 in the Minor Funeral Homein Milton. Burial followed in St. Ann’s Cemetery. Memorial contributionsin Larry’s memory may be made to the Milton Fire Dept.,47 Bombardier Road, Milton, VT 05468.Thelda “Tillie“ Arvine (Dodge) Warren,91, of Cambridge, passed away unexpectedlyon Thursday, October 30, 2008 inCopley Hospital in Morrisville. Tillie wasborn on February 10, 1917 in South Cambridge,daughter of the late Martin and Beulah(Hapgood) Dodge. She was a graduate ofCambridge High School, class of 1935. Shemarried John William Warren on February 6,1937 in Underhill, who predeceased her onSeptember 27, 2005. Tillie had been employedat Boulder Cabins in Smugglers Notch at theBig Spring and as a sales clerk at Cambridge Community CoOpLockers, Machia’s Sales and Service and other local stores. Sheenjoyed her weekly games of Bingo at the Eagles Club and theannual Shriners’ Bingo game. Tillie loved to visit her son’s camp inBelvidere. She enjoyed traveling and socializing with her family andmany friends following her retirement and looked forward to herweekly Saturday morning breakfasts at area restaurants. In the earlieryears she looked forward to playing cards and dancing. Later onin life she enjoyed knitting and reading books. She was loved bymany friends and will be missed by all. She is survived by her threesons, Martin Warren and wife Barbara of Morrisville, Gary Warrenand wife Carol of Underhill, and Jeffrey Warren of Cambridge; herdaughter Jeanette Hill and husband Robert of Bristol; her brotherClark Dodge and wife June of Jeffersonville; her loving grandchildrenand great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.She is predeceased by her sister Lorraine Wells and her husbandWendell “Stub“ Wells; her brother-in-law Kenneth Warren; and hersister-in-law Barbara McGee. There were no public visiting hours.A graveside service with inurnment was held in Jeffersonville VillageCemetery on Monday, November 3, with the Reverend PeggyTooker officiating. Memorial contributions in Tillie’s memory maybe made to Lamoille Home Health Hospice, 54 Farr Ave., Morrisville,VT 05661, or Cambridge Rescue Sqd., P.O. Box 431, Jeffersonville,www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Page 9VT 05464, or Jeffersonville Cemetery Association, Arlie Williamson,Treas., P.O. Box 334, Jeffersonville, VT 05464. Those who wishmay forward their online condolences by visitingwww.awrichfuneralhomes.com . Arrangements were by John D.Workman, A. W. Rich Funeral Home — Fairfax Chapel, 1176 MainSt., Fairfax, VT 05454.WELCOME HOMEUnderhill(Gallant) Jennifer and Arthur Gallantare happy to announce the arrival of theirson, Evan Arthur Garrison. Evan was bornWednesday, October 1 and weighed 7pounds, 6 ounces and measured 19 and onehalf inches long. Evan has deep blue eyesand lots of hair.Evan’s Nana, Catherine Gallant, was sohappy she could be there to see him come into the world and hisPapa, George Gallant, couldn’t wait to hold him. His aunts, Charand Nicole, gave him some really neat outfits. Uncle John thinks it’sreally cool having a nephew now. Aunt Heather and Aunt Amycan’t help but love him, he is so cute. They know he will have lotsof fun with his cousins, Jackson, Ryan, Ava, Brady, Erin, and Graciewhen he gets a little bigger. The whole family welcomes Evan Arthurand we look forward to the wonderful years ahead.Evan came into this world at Fletcher Allen Health Care inBurlington, Vt.Dr. Allen Schaffer joins staff at Maple Leaf FarmsDr. Allen Schaffer joins the Primary Care staff at Maple LeafFarms. Dr. Schaffer is a senior resident in psychiatry at the Universityof Vermont. He is also board certified in Internal Medicine andhas served as clinical faculty in the Department of Medicine at theUniversity of Louisville and the University of Connecticut Schoolsof Medicine. He has held a number of senior leadership positions inmajor health benefits companies.First United Methodist Church,Burlington to hold Advent concertsThere will be four Thanksgiving/Advent concerts at the FirstUnited Methodist Church in Burlington this fall.The concerts will be held on the following Thursdays: November20, December 4, December 11 and December 18 at 12:15 PM. Theconcerts are free to the public and one half hour long. The concertswill be held in the sanctuary. The church is handicapped accessible.Limited parking is available on Buell Street and there is two hours offree parking across the street in the municipal parking garage.The music to be presented at the four concerts is:November 20: Organ recital by George Matthew, Jr., Director ofMusic, playing Thanksgiving and Advent works by Bach, Karg-Elert and Gerhard Karpf.December 4: An organ recital by Mr. Matthew, playing Adventworks by Evelyn Simpson-Curenton, Emma Lou Diemer, NajiHakim, and Harald Genzmer.December 11: Vocal and organ recital with Marti French, contralto,singing Christmas pieces by Peter Warlock, Peter Cornelius,Benjamin Britten, John Carol Case, and John Rutter.December 18: Program of liturgical dance: Bonnie Datillio, LiturgicalDancer; Pastor Richard Hibbert, Narrator; and George Matthew,Jr., Organist. The concert will feature Richard J. Powell’s “AMedieval Carol Celebration – Seven Christmas Dances for Organ.”For more information please call the church office at 862-1151.Send us your stories!It’t’s s Christmas time and it’s s time to bethankful for our health, and families.If f you or someone you knowis battling a diseasease, e, we want to knowif we cal tell your story as aninsperation to others.Call Brenda at 899-4431HappyThanksgiving!JUST MARRIEDLITTLE - PELLETIERKristin Michelle Pelletierand Jason Alan Little wereunited in marriage at the OldRound Church in RichmondSeptember 6, 2008. Thedouble-ring ceremony joinedthe daughter of Michael andShelley Pelletier of Jericho,Vermont to the son of Jeffand Debbie Little of Bradford,Pennsylvania.Heather Hauck, longtimefriend of the bride, was themaid of honor. Brian Little,brother of the groom, was thebest man. Bridesmaids wereBrooke Smith, future sisterin-lawof the bride; KyleeLittle, sister-in-law of thegroom; and Erica Pascarella,cousin of the groom. Groomsmen were brothers of the bride, JayPelletier and Kevin Pelletier; and the groom’s uncle, Mark Pascarella.The groom’s niece, Kelcie Little, was the flower girl. The ring bearerwas Adam Fontaine, the bride’s cousin. A reception at the Inn atEssex followed the nuptials.The bride graduated from Mount Mansfield Union High Schoolin 1998 and cum laude from Johnson State College in 2002 with aBachelor of Arts degree in English. In 2006 she graduated cum laudefrom University at Buffalo Law School having earned a Juris Doctordegree. Kristin is an assistant district attorney for Monroe County,NY.The groom graduated from Bradford Area High School (PA) in1998 and cum laude from Clarion University of Pennsylvania witha Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and pre-law in 2003.He graduated with honors from the University at Buffalo Law Schoolin 2006 having earned a Juris Doctor degree. Jason was a two-timeall-American wrestler in both high school and college. Jason is anassociate attorney for Christina Agola, Attorneys and Counselors atLaw in Rochester, NY.The newlyweds honeymooned in Mayan Riviera, Mexico.Sausage “How sweet it is.”On Sunday, November 2, 2008, Sweet Clover Market held a classentitled “How to Make Your Own Sausage” taught by the butcher,Cole Ward. Participants learned how to mix, stuff, pinch and spinlinks of sausage in a variety of flavors and styles. “It was a loteasier than I thought it would be,” said Debbie Decell of EssexJunction. From left to right, Debbie Decell of Essex Junction,Maureen Deaner of Jericho and Cole Ward, butcher at SweetClover Market.PHOTO CONTRIBUTED

Page 10 www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Mountain Gazette • November 20, 2008CVAA Senior MealsThe Champlain Valley Agency on Aging offers an ongoing seriesof special meals for groups of seniors at a variety of restaurants inthe area. The schedule is listed below. All seniors are welcome tojoin the group and enjoy lunch with neighbors and friends. Participatingseniors must be at least 60 years old, or the spouse of someoneat least 60 years old. Suggested donation for meals is $3 atCovenant Church and United Church; for meals at other sites, $5.Transportation may be available if needed. Reservations are requiredfor these meals and may be arranged ahead of time by calling865-0360.Thursday, November 20 – Ponderosa, Williston, 11:00 AM checkin, 11:15 AM lunch. All you can eat buffet.Friday, November 21 – United Church, Hinesburg, 12:00 noon.Swedish meatballs, egg noodles, Harvard beets, pumpernickel bread,brownie.Monday, November 24 – Covenant Community Church, EssexCenter, 12:00 noon. Beef stroganoff, red potatoes, Harvard beets,pumpernickel bread, tapioca pudding.Tuesday, November 25 – Libby’s, Colchester, 1:30 PM check in,2:00 PM lunch. Meat loaf dinner.Wednesday, November 26 – Ponderosa, Williston, 11:00 AMcheck in, 11:15 AM lunch. All you can eat buffet.Ongoing continued from page 7SENIORS / LIBRARIESThursday and Friday, November 27 and 28. Closed for Thanksgivingholiday.Monday, December 1 - Covenant Church, Essex Ctr., 12:00 noon.Baked fish with tartar sauce, scalloped potatoes, whipped squash,pumpernickel bread, chocolate chip cookie.Tuesday, December 2 - Ponderosa, Williston, 11:00 AM checkin, 11:15 AM lunch. All you can eat buffet.Wednesday, December 3 - Libby’s, Colchester, 1:30 PM checkin, 2:00 PM lunch. Roast pork dinner.Thursday, December 4 - Bridge Street Café, Richmond, 11:00AM. Beef stew.Friday, December 5 - Hinesburg meal site, 11:30 AM.In addition, CVAA-sponsored meals for seniors are offered on anongoing basis at the following establishments. Tickets must be presentedbefore ordering. For details about the special ticket program,call 865-0360:A.J.’s Kitchen, 85 Main St., Essex Jct. – open menu; ticketslimited. Sunday-Tuesday, 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM, and Wednesday-Saturday, 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM.Bridge Street Café, Richmond – breakfast, lunch, or dinner (orderedbefore 5:30 PM) Monday-Thursday. Regular menu excludingshrimp, steak, and some specials.Dutch Mill, Shelburne Rd., Shelburne – Tuesday-Sunday, 7:30AM – 2:00 PM.SPORTS ACTIVITIESAdult coed volleyball in Westford, 8:00 – 10:00 PM, Mondays,Westford Elementary School gym. Fun, casual volleyball. $2at the door. Call coordinators Jon and Tammy Brown, 872-8333,for information.Bolton Men’s Basketball, Tuesdays, 7:00 – 9:00 PM, SmilieSchool Gym. For adults and young adults, age 16 and up. ContactBill Newton, 434-3348.SUPPORT GROUPSAlzheimer’s support group, third Wednesday, 9:30 – 11:30AM, the Arbors, 687 Harbor Rd., Shelburne. Free education forindividuals and families in the early stages of Alzheimer’s diseaseand related dementias. For information and to register, contact NicoleHouston, 985-8600.Approach Autism With Advocacy, Recovery & Education(AAWARE) in the Lamoille Valley, third Sunday, 3:00 – 5:00 PM,Second Congregational Church of Jeffersonville Community Room,Jeffersonville. Special topics, guest speakers, resource information;playroom for kids, fenced side yard for outdoor play. Forinformation, Terry Holden, 644-2759 (Jeffersonville) or Tina Karl,888-3430 (Hyde Park).Veterans Job Networking, Wednesdays, 9:30 – 11:00 AM,VFW Post, Essex Jct.; 1:00 – 2:30 PM, American Legion Post, St.Albans.Lamoille Valley Kin as Parents, second and fourth Thursdays,6:00 – 7:30 PM, Lamoille Family Center, Morrisville. Dinnerand childcare provided. For more information, Imelda at 888-5229ext. 152 or Rhonda Barr, 888-1376.Eating Disorders Parental Support Group, third Wednesday,7:00 – 9:00 PM, Covenant Community Church, VT Rt. 15, EssexCenter. For parents of children with or at risk of anorexia or bulimia.We focus on being a resource and providing reference pointsfor old and new ED parents. For information, Peter, 899-2554.TOWN GOVERNMENT AND ORGANIZATIONSCambridge Area Rotary meets on the first Thursday of themonth, rotating to local restaurants, 7:00 – 8:00 AM at 158 Restaurant,Main St., Jeffersonville. For information, call Anita Lotto,793-0856, or Chuck Hogan, 644-8134.Tim Nulty, Jericho Selectboard member, at the Village Cup,first and third Wednesdays, 8:00 – 9:00 AM, and at the Flour Shop,second and fourth Wednesdays, 8:00 – 9:00 AM.Westford Fire Department, Mondays, 7:00 PM, at the firestation next to the Town Garage. Volunteer for firefighting, dispatching,radio communications, computer operations, grant writing,equipment maintenance, fire police, education, and much more.For information, email John Quinn, jquinninvt@aol.com.Westford Food Shelf, open on the third Saturday of every month,8:00 – 10:30 AM, United Church of Westford. All are welcome!Fresh produce, meat, and non-food items available. 2008 Schedule:November 15, December 20.Jericho-Underhill Water District meets first Monday of eachmonth at the United Church of Underhill, Underhill Flats, 7:00 PM.For information, call 899-4076 or 899-3810.Jericho Historical Society, second Thursday, 7:30 PM, OldRed Mill, Jericho.Jericho Underhill Park District Board meeting, first and thirdWednesdays, 7:00 PM, Deborah Rawson Memorial Library projectroom, Jericho. Residents of Jericho and Underhill always welcome.899-2693 for information.Fairfax Food Shelf has moved to the United Church on thecorner of Fletcher Road and River Road, near the Foothills Bakery.The Food Shelf is open the first two Wednesdays, 9:00 AM – 12:00noon. Please use the downstairs entrance. Information, 849-6588.It’s Christmastime and wewant to featureyou... Are you acourageousperson battlinga disease?Would youplease shareyour story?Call Brenda at899-4431 andI’ll come tointerview you.Old Yankee, 4A Jericho East, Jericho. Meals Wednesday-Sunday,3:00 – 5:00 PM. Order off senior menu.Pizza Putt, Airport Parkway, So. Burlington – lunch or dinner,seven days a week. Choice of spaghetti with marinara sauce orbaked ziti with tomato sauce and cheese, salad, garlic bread or roll,soda, coffee, or milk.Ponderosa, Williston – lunch buffet, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday-Friday.Tickets are limited.RECIPE BY MARIAN TOBINHolly Berry Punch2 cups apple juice, chilled2 cups cranberry juice, chilled2 cups water1 cup sugar1 quart ginger ale, chilledBlend apple and cranberry juice together.Boil the water and sugar. Cool. Add juices. Just before servingadd the ginger ale. Pour over ice in glasses (if desired.)LIBRARIESDEBORAH RAWSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY, JERICHOArt in the library for the month of November are watercolors byDiana Dunn. In the display case will be a watercolor tins collectionon loan from Rick Davis.The next Board of Trustees meeting will be Thursday, November20 at 7:00 PM. This is the budget hearing. The purpose of thehearing is to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 09/10 budget. Proposedbudget samples may be picked up at the library a week ahead.Also a position will be open for an Underhill trustee. A petition tobe placed on the ballot can be picked up at the Town Clerk’s office.The library will be closed Thursday, November 27 and Friday,November 28.The next Music Sunday is Friday, December 7 at 2:00 PM. RobertResnik and Marty Morrissey will perform songs inspired byLake Champlain.The library is once again this year a collection site for the Marchof Dimes. New outfits for preemies as well as baby blankets areneeded. Please leave them in the marked basket inside the library.Welcome Baby – Friday, November 21 at 10:30 AM. Parents andinfants one year and younger are invited to attend our welcomebaby group. Participants will receive a welcome baby bag with giftsand information about community resources and have the opportunityto chat with other new parents. Cosponsored with BuildingBright Futures. Facilitator: Eliza Kramer.Vacation Art – Tuesday, November 25, 10:30 AM. Join Jen Kingin creating Corn Husk and Dried Flower Art. For children in gradestwo and up. Advance registration required. Call: 899-4962. Fundedby the Winnie Bell Learned Grant.Story Times - Stories, songs, fingerplays, craft and snack forpreschool children. Wednesdays at 11:00 AM, December 3 and 10,and Thursdays at 10:00 AM, December 4 and 11.Family Story Times - Quiet stories for families with childrenpreschool through grade two. Children are invited to wear pajamasand join us for a light bedtime snack, Thursdays at 6:30 PM, December4 and 11.Library hours: Tuesday 12:00 – 8:00 PM, Wednesday 10:00 AM– 6:00 PM, Thursday 12:00 – 8:00 PM, Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00PM, Saturday 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Sunday 1:00 – 4:00 PM;closed Monday. For information on any of the library’s programs,call 899-4962.JERICHO TOWN LIBRARY, JERICHO CENTERThank you to Kat at Brownell Library for co-sponsoring a TABouting to the midnight showing of Twilight. Also, a special thanks toJP Dubuque for making all the arrangements for this event.Saturday, November 22, 6:30 to 8:00 PM, Family CommunityMovie Night. Come watch a very recently released G-rated movieabout the last robot left on earth with a big heart. Refreshmentsserved. This is a free program. Please call the library at 899-4686 fortitle and more information.String Fling Monday, November 24, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM. Gettogether to work, chat, encourage others, and laugh! Stay for all orpart of the night. (All skill levels welcome.) Bring everything string—knit, crochet, embroider, quilt, sew, mend, hemp, beaded jewelry,rug hooking, etc.Tuesday, November 25 from 9:00 to 10:30 AM, TAB (TeenAdvisory Board—grades 7-12) is honored to have the VermontChildren’s Librarian, Grace Greene, as a guest to speak on the art ofpuppetry. TABbers will use the skills they learn to enhance upcomingstory times. All TABbers are invited to this special workshop.To learn how to get involved in TAB, please call the library.Wednesday, November 26 at 10:00 AM, Puppet show storyhour. Come be entertained by the talented TAB (Teen AdvisoryLibraries continued on page 11

Mountain Gazette • November 20, 2008www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Page 11Libraries continued from page 10Board) members as they present Frog Prince. Make a cool metalliccrown with the teens and enjoy a snack.High School students needing to fulfill community service pleaseconsider volunteering when your schedule permits at the library.Call or stop by!Story time including craft and snack is held every Wednesdayupstairs at 10:00 AM. Come share the joy of books, songs, andfingerplays! Upcoming themes: Wednesday, December 3, 10:00 AM– Gingerbread, Wednesday, December 10, 10:00 AM – Reindeer.The Board of Trustees meets regularly the first Thursday of themonth at 7:00 PM at the library. The public is welcome so join us atour upcoming meetings on December 4 and January 8. The hours forthe Jericho Town Library on the Green are Monday and Friday 1:00to 5:00 PM, Wednesday 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:00 to 6:00PM, Saturday 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. For more information call899-4686 or email us at Jerichotownlibrary@gmail.com .WESTFORD TOWN LIBRARY, WESTFORDUpcoming Events: Thursday, November 20, 11 AM: Storytime.Stories and activities for preschoolers. Theme: United NationsChildren’s Day.Thursday and Friday, November 27 and 28: Library closed forThanksgiving.Thursday, December 4, 11:00 AM: Storytime: Hamsters andguinea pigs.Friday, December 5, 6:00 to 8:30 PM: Westford Knitters. Allneedlecrafters welcome. Contact Julie Nelson at 343-0165 orjulie@coolmoonyoga.com.Wednesday, December 10, 6:00 to 7:00 PM: Book Discussion:Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson.Friday, December 12, 6:00 PM: Strategy and board games forteens and adults. Hosted by Matt Taylor.Vermont Earth Institute Course Menu for the Future begins Tuesday,January 13, 2009, 6:45 to 8:15 PM. This six-session discussioncourse explores the connection between food and sustainability.There is no charge for the course and the library will have a noncirculatingcopy of the book, however you may wish to purchasethe workbook for $20. Call Victoria at 878-5639 to register.New Additions to the Collection: Adult Fiction: Brass Verdict(Connelly), Extreme Measures (Flynn), The Given Day (Lahane),The Hour I First Believed (Lamb), Lucky One (Sparks), A MostWanted Man (LeCarre), Rough Weather (Parker). Adult Nonfiction:Dewey - The Small Town Library Cat (Myron), Intellectual FreedomManual (ALA), Called Out of Darkness (Rice), My Stroke ofInsight (Taylor), Outliers (Gladwell), The Snowball: Warren Buffetand the Business of Life (Schroeder), Snowboarding Skills (Kleh),What Color is Your Parachute (Bolles), Wordy Shipmates (Vowell).Juvenile Fiction and Nonfiction: Over 100 new titles - thanks tothe Children’s Literacy Foundation (CLiF) scholarship. Includesboard books, picture books, early and transitional readers, fiction,nonfiction and graphic novels!We are seeking volunteers for a variety of projects including automationand after-school programming. If you are interested in leadinga program or mounting an art show at the library, please contactVictoria at 878-5639.Our hours are Wednesday 1:00 to 7:00 PM, Thursday 10:00 AMto 6:00 PM, Friday 12 noon to 6:00 PM, and Saturday 10:00 to2:00 PM. We can be reached at www.westford.lib.vt,westford_pl@vals.state.vt.us, and 878-5639.VARNUM LIBRARY, JEFFERSONVILLEThe Varnum Memorial Library in Jeffersonville is busy this fall!All ages can find something interesting at the library to take part in.There are programs for children and adults, free WiFi access, and ofcourse books and materials to check out, including the ECHO Centerpass.We have programs for children and adults. We continue to host apopular story hour on Tuesdays at 2:30 PM for school-aged children.On December 13 the book will be Herland by Charlotte PerkinsGilman. Stop by or call the library to get a copy to read. Come takepart!The Varnum Memorial Library is open Mondays and Tuesdaysfrom 1:00 to 8:00 PM and Thursdays and Saturdays from 9:00 AMto 12:00 noon. The library is a Home Card member, so your cardhere gains you access to almost all of the libraries in ChittendenCounty. Call 644-2117 if you have any questions.SCHOOLSBurlington Technical Center Honor RollThese Mount Mansfield Union High School studentsearned an A- or better in their Burlington Technical Center programswhich placed them on the Burlington Technical Center Honor Rollfor the first quarter: April Hoyt, Design & Illustration I; LukeMoultroup, Aviation Technology II.Poker Hill School to host annual book fairPoker Hill School will host itsannual book fair at Phoenix Booksduring the week of December 1through December 7. Please mentionPoker Hill School at checkoutand a generous 20% of the sale willgo to the school. There will be aspecial display of staff andchildren’s favorites to help withholiday gift ideas.On Saturday, December 6,Tracey Campbell Pearson will bepresent from 10:00 AM to 12 noon.At 10:30 AM, she will present herdrawing and writing techniques andTracey Campbell Pearsonwill personally autograph her booksthroughout the rest of her stay.Santa and ReinDog visitnursing homes on ChristmasRoy Haynes’ tradition of playing Santa started over 30 years ago asa last minute substitute for a no-show Santa at an inner city youthrecreation center. Mrs. Clause (Lisa, his wife) and Roy have beenspending Christmas Day for the past 10 years visiting local areanursing homes accompanied by one of our festively decorated“ReinDogs.” Many of these unfortunate folks have no other visitorseven on the Holidays and it is our privilege to spread cheer andput smiles on their faces. Lisa Haynes is founder and director ofSave Our Stray, a nonprofit animal rescue in Huntington.PHOTO CONTRIBUTEDSPORTSVermont Commons studentstake Girls’ Volleyball championshipVermont Commons won the title as Girls’ State Champions inVolleyball defeating Enosburg Falls High School by a score of 25 -13. “This was a really exciting win for us,” noted Pete Goff, volleyballcoach at Vermont Commons and organizer of the new statechampionship tournament. “VCS was seeded second after the preliminaryround-robin play. It was thrilling to see our girls rally andbeat the top-seeded EFHS team so decisively.” EFHS had previouslygone undefeated against Vermont Commons in the 2008 season.This is the second state championship title in 2008 for VermontCommons’ students. The VCS Ultimate Frisbee team won the statechampionship title last spring. Go, Flying Turtles!Bill Koch XC Ski League Sign-upsThe Jericho-Underhill Bill Koch XC ski league program is havinganother registration opportunity on December 3 at Hamill’s TrainingCenter in Underhill Center, 3:00 to 6:00 PM. The program is forkids in kindergarten through 8th grade who want to learn and experienceXC skiing through games and racing. Kids learn technique anddevelop skills by skating, jumping, touring, racing, and playing tag,soccer, and Frisbee on skis. Kids always leave exhilarated, smilingand looking forward to the next outing. The program is named afterBill Koch, the only US XC skier to win an Olympic medal, whogrew up skiing fast through the Vermont woods, taking jumps, andhaving a blast with his friends. His skiing enthusiasm is the basis forthis fun program that supports classic, skating, recreational, andracing. Our club meets 3:30 to 5:00 PM on Fridays and Tuesdaysfrom December to March. Cost is $45 for one day/week, $60 for 2days. Ski equipment available to lease. Scholarships are availableupon request. Contact Andy, 899-2397 or Roy, 899-4499 for moredetails.

Mountain Gazette • November 20, 2008Denied Again!Top-Ranked Cougars beatLyndon in Semi-Finalsbut lose to Spauldingin Championship Gamefor second year in rowBy Richard MindellSpecial to the Mountain GazetteAfter losing the last two games of the regular season, the MountMansfield High School varsity football team rebounded by defeatingLyndon High School 34-13 in the semi-finals of the state tournament,before losing to Spaulding High School 42-20 in the championshipgame, played at Essex High School last Friday nightThe Cougars rode a sparkling performance by offensive tacklesJoe Gallo and Jake Hall, guards Ethan Blum and Tucker White andcenter Jack Bromley, and a stifling defense to rip Lyndon in thestate championship semi-final game played two weeks ago at SouthBurlington High School. The “O” line opened gaping holes all nightfor Brian Wilcox (4 TD’s) and Ian Shaw (1 TD) and allowed theCougars to control the ball for much of the game.The win against Lyndon put MMU in the championship gameagainst Spaulding High School for the second year in a row. This isthe third consecutive season the Cougars have played in the statechampionship game, an amazing accomplishment when you considerMMU’s varsity football program is only in its fifth year ofexistence. Spaulding defeated the Cougars 34 -7 in last year’s championshipgame, but the Cougars beat Spaulding 26-6 in a regularseason game earlier this year. The two teams have played leapfrogin the polls all season with both teams reaching as high as thenumber two ranking for all high school football teams in the state ofVermont, including teams from Division I. Players from both teamsLegal NoticeNOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGTOWN OF BOLTONDEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARDThe Bolton Development Review Board will hold public hearingson December 17 th , 2008 beginning at 6:00 pm, at the BoltonTown Office, 3045 Theodore Roosevelt Highway (RT 2), toconsider the following application:The request of Bolton Woods, LLC for construction ofcamp in the Forest District on 998.4 acres. The zoningadministrator has referred this application, which proposesthe construction of a one story camp with sleepingloft to the Bolton Development Review Board Thisapplication is subject to the Finding & Conditions ofFinal Subdivision Review, ( Development review BoardApplication , Catamount/Bolton Land, LLC) approvedMay 18 th , 2006. This application requires review underArticle II, Table 2.6 Forest District , Permitted Uses, Camp(C) & Conditional Uses under Supplemental DistrictStandards, (5, E) and Article V, § 5.4, Conditional UseReview. The property, identified as tax map # 9, id. #3002101, is located off the Bolton Valley Access Road.Request of Travis Peckham (CRAG Vermont), KennethAnd Nancy Remsen and Michael R Ringuette for finalsubdivision review of a 3-lot Subdivision; consisting ofthe subdivision merger of a 11± acre parcel from theRemsen property(Tax Map # 11, Id. # 0043055)and a 7±acre parcel from the adjoining Ringuette property(TaxMap # 11, Id. # 00 43161). These to be merged to createan 18± acre parcel to protect and conserve the ResinRidge cliff and hilltop. This application requires reviewunder Article VI, (§ 6.2 & §6.5) and Articles VII of theBolton Land Use & Development Regulations. The propertiesare located in the R II District, at 3055 and 3161Notch Rd., respectively.A notice of appeal filed by Mountain Operations andDevelopment LLC (dba Bolton Valley Resort) of a determinationby the Administrative Officer that conditionaluse approval by the Development Review Board and azoning permit are required for the expansion of an offroad vehicle course on existing alpine ski trails at theresort. This hearing was continued from October 22 nd ,2008. The property is located in the Resort Village, ResortResidential, and Forest Districts accessed from theBolton Valley Access Road (Tax Map #4, Id # 3004250,Map # 7, and Id # 3003227).Participation in the hearing process is required to appeal adecision of the Development Review Board. Plans and informationfor these applications may be viewed at the TownOffice during regular business hours.Sharon MurrayDevelopment Review Board Chairwww.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Page 13have anticipated this game from the very first day of practice. It’sbeen on their minds with every push-up, every wind sprint, everynight they went to bed exhausted from the demands of playingvarsity football and keeping up with their class work. They knewit would be this way, Spaulding and MMU in the finals. It had tobe.It was against this back drop that MMU ran into a brick wall.The defending state champs scored early and often against thescrappy Cougars. Spaulding opened the scoring on a 45-yard puntreturn only three minutes into the first quarter to take a 7-0 lead.That’s when MMU began to self-destruct. Brian Wilcox, Ben Dolanand Ian Shaw led a balanced drive that was cut short by two penaltiesagainst the Cougars, one that negated a Dolan to Shaw completionfor a first down inside the Spaulding twenty yard line, andanother that negated a Ben Dolan touchdown run.A Spaulding interception of a Ben Dolan pass at the Spaulding35-yard line killed yet another Cougar drive at the beginning of thesecond quarter. Spaulding quarterback Zack Dessareau then threwa 15-yard TD strike to give Spaulding a 14-0 lead. Dessareau threwtwo more TD passes, one for 51 yards and one for 80 yards beforethe first half ended, and MMU found itself hopelessly behind by28-7 at the end of the first half. Dessareau’s final TD pass of thehalf bounced off one Spaulding receiver’s hands into the hands ofanother on as bazaar a play as you’re likely to see. “That last TDof the first half really hurt us,” Joe Gallo admitted. “Before that TDwe thought we still had a chance to come back. We knew we hadmade some mental mistakes, but we thought we could fix things.”The Cougars’ moved the ball well in the second-half behind thedetermined running of Brian Wilcox, who simply refused to go downdespite Spaulding’s gang tackling tactics. “Coach said he was goingto give me the ball in the second half,” Wilcox said. It seemed likethe all-sate senior running back had decided to put the Cougars onhis shoulders and take them to the promised land all by himself.Wilcox exploded for several long gains and scored the Cougars’ secondTD on a two-yard run to cut Spaulding’s lead to 28-14 with twominutes left in the third-quarter. But a penalty flag against MMUon a 15-yard pass completion from Ben Dolan to Lucas Zalazny inthe beginning of the fourth-quarter killed another Cougar drive andSpaulding promptly put the ball in the Cougar end zone on a 34-TOWN OF JERICHO – DEVELOPMENTREVIEW BOARDNOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGThe Jericho Development Review Board will hold a publichearing on Thursday, December 11, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. in theJericho Town Hall to consider the following:CLASSIFIEDSCOMPUTER SERVICESAre computer problems getting you down? The Browns RiverPC Doctor, Tom McGonegal, can help. Visit http://brpcdoc.com orcall 899-5209. -FOR RENTLooking for a tenant. January 1 to July 1. $600 per month, includingutilities. Off Pleasant Valley Road. Call 899-5219 for details. 11/06Apartment for rent: PRIVATE - Jeffersonville Village, newer 1bedroom apt. above detached garage. Full bath, washer/dryer, largedeck w/scenic views. Walk to stores, bank, post office and school.No smoking. No pets. 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The property is located at 82z/83 Lee River Road in the Agriculture Zoning District.A request by Omnipoint Communications for anAmendment to a previously approved permit forconstruction of a telecommunication tower. Theproperty is located at 23 Browns Trace in the RuralResidential & Conservation Zoning Districts.All interested persons may appear and be heard. Writtenmaterials may be viewed in the Zoning Office duringregular business hours. Jennifer Rowe, Zoning Administrator,Town of Jericho.yard TD pass from Dessareau to push their lead to 35-14 with tenminutes left in the game. The teams traded touchdowns for the finalscore of 42-20.As bad as the Cougar players felt about the loss, many expressedtheir sadness about the season being over. “It’s weird,” Brian Wilcoxsaid. “We’re like a family. I’m used to seeing these guys every dayafter school at practice. It won’t be the same.”Joe Gallo echoed Brian Wilcox’s sentiments. “There’s a lot ofunity on this team. Most teams would be down after this, but wewere O.K. It shows how strong our friendships are.”What can’t be lost in the disappointment of defeat is the wonderfulseason the Cougars have had, and all the support with whichthey have been blessed by the extended MMU community. Toanyone who has been associated with this program in any way, theMMU varsity football players are all champions, not because theyachieved greatness, but because they dared to reach for the apple.The loss to Spaulding can in no way diminish what the coaches andplayers have accomplished. Maybe next year the apple will betheirs.HOMES FOR EVERY BUDGETUNDER 100,000!!!Affordable, functional & suprisingly spacious home, was once aSchool House. VT Castings woodstove & propane boiler, giveyou options for heat. A mudroom entry, a large kitchen, diningroom and living room on the main floor. 3 generous rooms upstairs& DSL internet available! 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Page 16 www.mountaingazetteofvermont.com Mountain Gazette • November 20, 2008Letters continued from page 5Poker Hill Ballot continued from page 1hibit the constable from performing law enforcement duties. It passedSchool to 1277 to 645. That made moot a second ballot item calling for theconstable to undergo State Police training. It died, 1453 to 437.host TraceyIn the Chittenden 8 two-seat District election, Rep. Bill Frank ofCampbell Underhill and Dr. George Till of Jericho, Democrats, defeated BobScudero of Underhill and Eileen Haupt of Jericho, Republicans andPearson Damon Brink, Independent, of Bolton. The district-wide vote was:Till, 3447, Frank, 3225, Haupt, 1739, Scudero, 1280. Brink received590 votes. Frank was the only incumbent in the district,winning a third term. House Speaker Gaye Symington, Democrat,was defeated for governor, giving up her House seat.The vote breakdown by towns was: Bolton: Till, 351; Frank,313; Brink, 166; Haupt, 139; Scudero, 108. Jericho: Till, 1975;Frank, 1680; Haupt, 1064; Scudero, 704; Brink, 277. Underhill:Frank, 1232; Till, 1121; Haupt, 536; Scudero, 468; Brink 147.churches, shops, trails leading to outdoor activities such as hiking,biking, running, horseback riding, etc., Casey’s Hill, a communitypool, park and tennis courts, and much more. People love living inUnderhill and spend a significant amount of time accessing ourresources, enjoying what our town has to offer.However, we don’t have a safe way to get from place to place.We need sidewalks!!A couple of us went to speak at a planning committee meetinglast month to share our concerns about the lack of safety on ourstreets and that having a safe path is a necessity. The members ofthe planning committee were very receptive to this idea and agreedthat a safe path was needed.The planning committee has randomly sent out a survey to communitymembers. In this survey they ask about the community’sinterest in having multi-modal paths, i.e., for bike riders, pedestrians,etc.If you believe there is value in having a safe path for non-vehicletransportation, it’s very important that they hear from us, so pleasefill out your surveys.There is also space at the end of the survey for comments, anothergreat opportunity to get your voices heard.As I walk through our community and talk with communitymembers I hear people echo this concern and urge you to speak up.It’s the only way change will occur.Julie Jacob Ochs, Underhill CenterThank you for your supportTo the Editor,I would like to thank all those who supported my candidacy forState Representative. Thank you to those who publicly expressedtheir support with yard signs and letters to the editor, and to thoseI met going door-to-door who offered words of encouragement.Most of all, thank you for your votes!I would also like to congratulate Bill Frank and George Till andwish them the best as they represent us in Montpelier.Sincerely, Eileen Haupt, JerichoUnderhill Central School district not committed at thistimeTo the Editor,A front page article in the November 6, 2008 issue of the MountainGazette says that the Underhill I.D. School Board has chosento not commit money to the phase II study of the possibility ofmerging with the Jericho and Underhill Central school districts. TheUnderhill Central School Board has not at this time committed tospend money on the phase II study. Indeed, the UCS board has notyet decided if funding for a possible phase II study will be includedin the 2009-2010 budget that will be presented to the voters onTown Meeting Day in March. Even if money is included and approvedby the voters, it might not be spent.As a next step, the UCS board has asked the superintendent’soffice to: (1) verify that the technical aspects of the phase I report,dollars, student counts, etc., are correct. To see the report lookunder Directories, Committees, … on the Chittenden East websiteat: cesu.k12.vt.us. And (2) to quantify to the extent possible theimpact on the central office, including shared programs, should amerger occur. The Underhill Central Board also highlights the importanceof expected education quality change of a possible merger.I hope the UCS board will raise additional questions and considerationbefore money is committed to a phase II study. I also hopecitizens of the two towns that encompass these three elementaryschools will do the same and share those in the Mountain Gazetteand elsewhere as appropriate.The phase I study indicates that the possible dollar savings couldbe a few hundred dollars per student to possibly over one thousanddollars per student. Even at the lower end of that range, it is enoughmoney that I hope it is not cast aside without a careful look. Itseems likely that the pros and cons will be quantitatively differentif only two of the three districts merge instead of all three. This toocan be better evaluated after a wide variety of viewpoints are heardand carefully considered.John LaRue, UCS Board chairInternet continued from page 1when it discovered its projected progress of wiring every home inthe city was lagging.Underhill Selectboard Chairman Steve Walkerman, the Underhillrepresentative on the working group, said the group had approachedanother company after Burlington Telecom pulled back. That company,which Walkerman did not name, decided the infrastructurecost would be too high to proceed. The working group also consideredincluding more than the three towns and run its own network“but the costs got too big,” Walkerman said.“My one concern is the ability of Fairpoint to build the system,”he said. “With our ridges and valleys to make it work they wouldneed a lot of relays from point to point.” He said the sooner thecompany completes its engineering studies, the better.“I don’t think the town is going to stand in the way, unless theytry to put up some big, ugly tower,” Walkerman said. “The soonerthey tell us what they plan, the better we can work with them.”The company does not need town permits to install towers orplace them in silos because the Telecommunications Act 248A assignedthat authority to the state. However, Walkerman said thecompany would need permits for “curb cuts” if they wanted toinstall roads to any towers.Brown said he expects that Fairpoint’s system will be competitivewith Comcast and with satellite dish companies.Moffatt continued from page 1people can do this job much, much better than me.”Contrary to his humble assertions, Moffat has a long career intown management, starting with his first position in Bethel in 1960.Since then he has worked for Randolph (the only person to workfor both Bethel and Randolph at the same time), Williston, EssexJunction, Shelburne, Waterbury, Burlington, and the state of Vermont,as Executive Secretary to the Transportation Board. Moffatt’stours of duty in Randolph were so successful, the town named thesewage treatment plant after him. He is so well-known that he nolonger submits resumès; towns call him when they need an experiencedhand during transitions. Moffatt is very clear about his expectationsin Jericho. “My job,” he said, “is to fill in until they getthe person they want.” Nevertheless, Moffatt takes his interimposition seriously enough to include his home number on his phonemail message for those unable to reach him during business hours.One of the reasons Moffatt is glad to be back in Jericho is that hiscommute is now shorter and he has more time to run. Normally, the73-year-old athlete competes in 25 to 30 races a year, ranging from5Ks to half marathons, but in 2008 he was limited to eleven eventsOn Saturday, December6, Tracey CampbellPearson will be presentfrom 10:00 AM to 12noon. At 10:30 AM, shewill present her drawingand writing techniquesand will personallyautograph her booksthroughout the rest ofher stay.PHOTO CONTRIBUTEDChurch continued from page 1United Church of Westford for maintenance, repairs and preservation.According to Tilton, there is a chip in one of the stained glasswindows, the roof needs repair and other routine maintenance isneeded. Additional expenses include the high cost of fuel oil. ParishionerSuzanne Blanchard noted that the church has received someplanning grants, but there is still a lot of work to be done includingimprovements to the basement crawl space.The United Church of Westford is rich with history. The celebratedstructure at the western end of the Westford Common hasbeen serving parishioners since 1840. The website notes that thechurch is affiliated with both the United Church of Christ and theUnited Methodist Church, but Blanchard said the church also hasties to the Baptist Church. Arthaud refers to church services aseclectic, with readings from other creeds including Buddhism, Judaismand Native American faiths. The building itself is a reflection ofthat mélange of cultures: Blanchard said renovations roughly thirtyyears ago added pews which came from a synagogue, and chairswhich came from a theater.The church wants to be known as a community building, so it isTilton’s hope that the community will also rally around the churchand attend the auction. The church is proud to be the site of the newWestford food shelf, and those attending the auction are also encouragedto bring non-perishable food to donate to that organization.In addition to the food shelf, the church hosts Westford Singsevery month and offers other community groups the opportunityto share the space. The United Church of Westford is also exploringways to help reduce Westford’s carbon footprint and plans to holdan energy forum this winter. The church is open to those with fourlegs as well as two. Although the official blessing of the animalstakes place once a year, local dogs are known to come to services tovisit with their owners and friends.The auction is not the only fundraising event hosted by the church.Annual poinsettia sales, a Texas Hold ‘Em night, a strawberryshortcake festival, an Easter breakfast, and a community dinnerhave all been used to try to raise money. “We try to focus on thingswe can do well,” said Arthaud, “and these events are wonderfultimes of fellowship and a great way to get to know people, as wellas good money raisers.”Severance continued from page 3with David and hear what they had to say about him. That made itclear how much he is respected by his peers.” Severance also gave apresentation on the local perspective on emergency management atthe conference.Juskiewicz recalls that last spring when he received a request fornominations from the Northeast States Emergency Consortium, hesaid to himself, “That’s David Severance.” Juskiewicz says he usedinformation provided by other emergency responders and local businessesto complete the nomination. In addition to Severance’s numerousactivities, Juskiewicz says, “He has a certain level of calmness,no matter what the situation is. That’s what you need in hisposition.” When it came to support for the nomination, the Boardchair said, “The Selectboard endorsed this 150 percent.” At a November10 board meeting attended by Severance, Board memberDana Sweet said, “You made the town very proud, David.”Severance does not see the award as the result of solo efforts.“You don’t do this alone,” he says. “It wouldn’t have happenedwithout the cooperation of the Town of Cambridge, the responsegroups, and private industries.” Severance says that having a strongemergency service group—the Fire Department and Rescue Squadlocally, with the Vermont State Police and Lamoille County Sheriff’sdepartment farther out—contributes to Cambridge’s strength inemergency management. “Having plans and procedures for all hazardsand emergencies puts us on the leading edge,” Severance explains.because of his commute to and from Randolph. Moffatt said thatalthough he was not involved in the Brooke Bennett case, the stressin Randolph from that tragedy sapped his strength and limited hisrunning.If Moffatt were to write the job description for Jericho TownAdministrator, he would look for a person who cares enough aboutthe town to match the needs of the citizens with what they canafford. “What I want to do,” he said, “is set the stage.” Moffattbelieves Jericho needs a budget for the current economic reality.“We need a realistic budget matched with what people are goingthrough. My bias is to make sure people who are out there get abreak.” Moffatt hopes individual organizations’ budgets are kept inline, recognizing that cuts might even be necessary. “Now is not thetime to go out and be greedy,” he said. “I would budget as though itwas my own house.”Although Moffatt has no interest in being Jericho’s permanentTown Administrator, he was more than willing to return to TownHall when the Selectboard called him. “I wish,” he said, “I hadenough money to do this job for free.”Funeral arrangements: Ideas, anyone?A family member is celebrating an 80th birthday this year. Whileshe reminisces about years passed and relishes reasonable healthand physical mobility, she knows the reality of death. However,she doesn’t seem to fear that moment, but rather suffers someanxiety about the uncertain events to follow; namely, the funeralarrangements. While the family’s attorney has counseled her aboutthe various legal planning options and her clergy has shared withher the general process, she has proposed another, perhaps lessorthodox, method for creating her plan. With three daughters andone son, this octogenarian would like to solicit funeral ideas fromher children.Because she is having difficulty reconciling her wishes, her perceivedbudget, and the intentions of her children, she has proposeda sort of funeral “audition.” After several ideas have been presentedto her, she hopes to be able to finally decide what to do and thenproperly plan for the “winning” option. It remains to be seenwhether her children will accommodate this unusual request, but itstill should raise awareness of an issue that is common to all of us.The discussion of funeral arrangements and burial preferences isa personal one that varies significantly across faiths, cultures, andgenerations, just to name a few. However, if it remains too “personal,”an individual’s wishes will be unknown and never come tofruition. Moreover, the surviving family members will not onlyendure the pain of their loss, but also the stress of making thesedecisions without any previous guidance. There are several waysin which to convey these funeral and burial wishes, whether generalor more specific.The most common and arguably least distressing option is toinclude a provision in an Advance Directive. Our Vermont statutespermit an agent under an Advance Directive to make funeral arrangements,either pursuant to specific instructions in the documentor consistent with a pre-need funeral contract. [See Title 18of the Vermont Statutes, Section 9712] If no instructions are made,then the agent can make the arrangements “in accordance with theprincipal’s wishes expressed orally” or pursuant to “the principal’svalues or religious or moral beliefs.” [18 V.S.A. §9712(a)]Instructions can include directions for cremation or burial andmay be as specific as music selection for the service. If an individualis not ready to make such selections or has no specific preferences,it is possible and still helpful to simply name an agent whohas the legal authority to make such post-death decisions.Practically speaking, absent a valid legal document or pre-needfuneral contract, the family will make all arrangements for burialand funeral/memorial. However, sometimes families disagree (rememberTed Williams?) and sometimes family members wish theyhad some direction. In those instances, it will serve everyone betterto have made some advance planning.Jennifer R. Luitjens, Esq., Jarrett Law Office, South Burlington,VTThis article is for informational purposes only and is not intendedto constitute comprehensive or specific legal advice. The authorstresses the need to engage appropriate legal and financial professionalswhen devising your individual estate plan.Do you knowa courageouspersonbattlingdisease?We wantto write theirstories!There are so many who coulddraw solice from how others havelearned to cope. Please call uswith their stories. At the holidaytime we all need to know thatthere is hope.Call Brenda at 899-4431