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People’s Health & Wellness Clinic Establishes Dr. Mark N. Yorra Legacy Fund The Board of Trustees of the People’s Health & Wellness Clinic has announced the creation of the Dr. Mark N. Yorra Legacy Fund in honor of the Clinic’s retiring Medical Director, and one of the founders of the Clinic back in 1993. Along with other community members, Dr. Yorra’s vision was access to health care for all. The People’s Health & Wellness Clinic has used a classic “free clinic” model, where a tiny paid staff supports a large corps of volunteer practitioners who give of their time and talents to ensure their central Vermont neighbors can get the primary health care they need. Being a free clinic, PHWC must raise all funds for its operation every year, relying on grants, donations, and fundraising events to make ends meet. The Yorra Legacy Fund was created to help ensure the long term sustainability of the Clinic. This reserve fund will help guarantee that this critical community health care safety net will continue to exist for the long haul, providing access to needed health care for the underserved. Our goal is to raise at least $25,000, the The Dr. Mark N. Yorra Legacy Fund is our minimum needed to establish such a fund with way of saying “Thank You” to Mark for all he the Vermont Community Foundation, which has done for our neighbors, and to help continue that work in the years to come. Please will manage it. A generous donor has offered to match the first $5,000. join us in honoring Dr. Yorra for his vision Donations made be made to the People’s and service to the community. Health & Wellness Clinic, 553 North Main The mission of the People’s Health & Street, Barre, VT 05641. Please indicate Wellness Clinic is to provide primary health “Yorra Fund” clearly in the check memo care and wellness education to uninsured and line. PHWC is a 501c3 non-profit, charitable underinsured community members of central organization, and contributions are taxdeductible. services. Vermont who cannot otherwise afford these • • • Vermont Wraps Up 2018 Open Enrollment State officials reported that nearly 23,000 Vermonters had confirmed a 2018 health plan and qualified for financial help to make the plan more affordable. Total enrollment in qualified health plans, which typically includes 46,000 small business employees and 11,000 individuals who don’t qualify for financial help, is expected to surpass 80,000. While enrollment will be similar to past years, this year’s earlier deadline means fewer members will experience gaps in coverage. In past years, nearly 2,000 members missed out on January coverage. The health insurance marketplace and its carrier partners are also urging Vermonters who had trouble completing their transaction at the December 15th deadline to call as soon as possible. Vermont Health Connect applicants – those who qualify for financial help or have variable incomes that may qualify -- should call 1-855-899-9600 by Friday, December 22nd. Similarly, members who do not qualify for financial help and were trying to direct enroll with an insurance carrier are encouraged to call BlueCross BlueShield of Vermont (1-800-255-4550) or MVP Health Care (1-844-865-0250) as soon as possible and complete their enrollment. “We came into this fall with three enrollment goals,” said Cory Gustafson, Commissioner of Department of Vermont Health Access. “First, we wanted as many Vermonters as possible to sign up for January coverage and the financial help to make it more affordable. Second, we wanted to encourage members who don’t qualify for financial help to sign up directly with their carrier and establish a single point of contact for managing their account. Third, we wanted everyone to do their homework and make sure they’re in the best plan for their needs and budget.” In addition to enrollment numbers, state officials pointed to record usage for the marketplace’s Plan Comparison Tool, which can help individuals and small business employees determine the best plans for their families’ needs and budgets. The tool was used 938 times on November 1st, nearly a 50% increase over the same day last year, and it was used 1,069 times on December 15th, nearly a 50% increase over the last day of open enrollment last year. The interactive site calculates state and federal subsidies based on projected household income and allows Vermonters to compare plans not just by monthly premiums and deductible amounts, but also by estimated total annual costs based on the age and health status of each household member. Altogether, the 2018 tool hosted more than 23,000 sessions. Income thresholds for financial help vary by household size, going up to about $48,000 for an individual, $65,000 for a two-person household, and $98,000 for a family of four. The amount of financial help varies by household income, with Vermont Health Connect’s typical individual member having an annual income just over $25,000 and receiving nearly $400 per month toward the 2018 insurance plan of their choice. Couples and families generally receive more. “We are fortunate to live in a state with such a rich social fabric,” said Gustafson. “From in-person Assisters and state staff to community organizations, businesses, and town officials, Vermonters helped their neighbors understand the deadline and get signed up for January 1st health coverage.” The Green Mountain Mahler Festival Presents New Year’s Concerts The Green Mountain Mahler Festival presents its eighth annual performance of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony on December 30 at 7:00 pm at the Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center in Stowe and on New Year’s Day at 3:00 pm at the Elley-Long Music Center in Colchester. The pair of concerts will feature vocal soloists Stefanie Weigand, Erin Grainger (Dec. 30), Linda Radtke (Jan. 1), Kevin Ginter, and Erik Kroncke, along with the Green Mountain Mahler Festival Orchestra and Chorus under the direction of conductor Daniel Bruce with chorusmaster Steven Klimowski. Proceeds from the January 1 concert will benefit the Vermont Performing Arts League, which is based in Burlington’s Old North End, where it promotes and supports community centered performing arts activities with a • • • focus on the folk arts and international exchanges. For more information and to purchase tickets visit www.vtmahler.org The Green Mountain Mahler Festival is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. CENTRAL VERMONT’S BEST COUNTRY ® OF BARRE THANK YOU FOR SAYING I SAW IT IN Our 35th Year! Central Vermont Rotary Club & The Salvation Army of Barre 2017 SANTA PROJECT To purchase new winter coats, hats, and mittens for children of need in central Vermont. Send your check to: WORLD Santa Project 403 US Rt. 302, Barre, VT 05641 or call Gary Hass at 479-2582 or 1-800-639-9753 for more information. Thank You To This Week’s Contributors At Press Time Cynthia Masi In Memory Of Vico, Theresa, Nellie, Mike Masi; Christopher, Gordon Greene; Fredda, Laurie Jacobs; Father Maurice Broucher; Saint Anne’s Shrine Donna Houghton Robert & Carol King Margaret & Bob Kinzel Family Robert (Toad) Spaulding Second & Third Grade Classes and Their Families at East Montpelier Elementary Mark & Patricia Austin Doris Fortier & Maurice Fortier Sr. Dr. Mark & Bonita George In Memory Of Dot & Bino Lavin and Caroline & Frank Scott Henry & Arlene Perkins Andre & Arlene Rouleau Hope Loso A. Mhairi Paget Valerie & Donald Ferris Betsy & Michael Cody Family In Memory of Bud & Betty Cody Cobble Hill Grange 453 Estell Tanguay Donald, Stephen & Jeffrey Lyons Christine Litchfield In Memory Of Art Hill Marilyn & Peter Goodell In Memory Of Stanley Goodell Nancy Couch In Memory Of Allan G. Couch Robert & Mary Ann Couture Eleanor Perreault & Eleanor Kaczmarek Gary & Anita Rogers Geraldine Gilman In Memory Of Arnold Gilman Janice Bevins Helene Thomas & Ruth Thomas-Squire In Memory Of Perley Thomas Anonymous Beth Sabins, Kim Daniels, Kiplyn Sabens Abby’s Self-Storage LLC Cody Chevrolet Cheryl Peterson Linda Clark Lois Lefreniere Ted & Pat Nelson Vermont Buildings & General Services (VSG) Mary M. Perrault Inabelle Peake Carolyn Wells Edward & Sally Leszko Ronald & Dawn Stocker Gordon & Nancy Olson Paul & Kathy Grupp Wally & Laurel Farnum Ture Nelson Gary & Carole Hass Harley Jordan In Memory Of Nadine Miller & Harry S. Deitrich Bruce & Irene Haskell Betsy & Stephen Kelty, Sr. & Family In Memory of Ed & Irene Cook Barre Rotary Club December 27, 2017 The WORLD page 9 A N T
Route 5, Lyndonville, VT Mon. thru Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-3, Sun. Closed 1-800-439-5996 296 Meadow St., Littleton, NH 4584 U.S. Rte. 5, Newport, VT PUZZLES ON PAGE 28-29 CRYPTO QUIP GO FIGURE SUDOKU KAKURO STICKLERS EVEN EXCHANGE MAGIC MAZE FEAR KNOT SUPER CROSSWORD page 10 The WORLD December 27, 2017 Aldrich Library King Arthur Party: Kids in Camelot Wednesday, December 27 at 1:30pm. Children’s Room. Hear ye, hear ye! Come hear the tale of how young Arthur drew the sword from the stone and became king. Participate in knightly games, build a mini catapult and medieval crafts, practice jousting, and watch a G-rated animated film about King Arthur. Costumes encouraged and snacks provided! Chess Club Friday, January 5 at 3:45pm. Milne Room. Ages 7-13 are invited to join us in a game of chess! Players of all levels welcome--no prior playing experience required. Feel free to bring your own chess set. Please RSVP by calling the library! Reader’s Theatre: Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night Saturday, January 6, 1-3:30pm. Milne Room. All right, so the 6th is really Epiphany and Twelfth Night is the 5th. Come celebrate with us anyway by participating in this public reading of William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night. No performance experience required! Classic Journalism Film Series Saturday, January 13 at 2:30pm We’re delving into some of the greatest films ever made, all Brown Public Library 93 South Main Street, Northfield, VT 05663 802-485-4621 HOLIDAY HOURS Friday, December 29th: 10am-12pm Saturday, December 30th: CLOSED Monday, January 1st: PUZZLES CLOSED ON Beginner Crochet ClubPAGE 24 Interested in learning how to crochet?? We usually meet twice a month on Thursday evenings at the library. This is a great craft to learn during the winter months. Join us and make new friends. Call 485-4621 for more info. BOX TOP$ collection site! All events are free and held at the library (unless noted otherwise): For info: 802-426-3581 or email: jaquithpubliclibrary@gmail.com or visit our website: www.jaquithpubliclibrary.org Music Together FREE Family Music and Movement Class Wednesday, January 3 from 10:30 to 11:30 Nurture your child’s music competency in a relaxed, playful setting. For families with newborns through age 5+. More information is available: www.music together.com. Taught by Ellen Leonard. 223-1242 Kids Movies Third Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. For kids of all ages and their grown-ups. Come enjoy a short, 30 minute film before community supper is served. Vermont Film Series First Wednesdays at 7 pm January 3 - (1983) Adapted from the Robert Cormier novel, this film follows the life of a young boy whose happy, if somewhat unusual life with his friends and family gradually starts to unravel until the truth of his situation is finally revealed. Directed by Robert Jiras, starring Robert MacNaughton, Hope Lange, Don Murray and Robert Wagner. Rated PG. New Book Group Chapters in History: Saturdays at 2 p.m. Exploring Several American Presidencies January 6 - John Adams by David McCullough Is Climate Change Real? Sponsored by Natural Marshfield and the Marshfield Energy Committee Wednesday January 10 at 7 pm See a 2016 National Geographic that follows Leonardo DiCaprio’s travels as a United Nations Messenger of Peace to document devastating effects of climate change already occurring around the world, the efforts of many to meet the challenge, and the efforts of some to close our eyes to the problem.. “This documentary shows how interconnected the fate of all humanity is – but also the power we all possess to Holiday Aftermath: Downsizing & Boosting the Immune System a place to connect, insprire and learn Meet Deb Fleischman, Organizing Guru Extraordinaire and learn the principles of home organization at the Waterbury Library, Wednesday, January 10th from 6-8 pm. If you are one who struggles with clutter, can’t bear to throw out those things that hold memory, or even gifts given that you don’t care for, this workshop can help you start your new year with a new eye for space. Deb Fleischman, is the founder and director of A Clear Space, a professional organizing business committed to helping individuals and professionals discover the freedom that comes with creative organization. In this presentation “Downsizing- Let Go of Stuff & Organize What’s Left!” Deb will teach the process and benefits of downsizing, decluttering, and the principles of home organization. If you feel overwhelmed and don’t know where to start, what to tackle, or how to deal with the piles of accumulated paperwork, memorabilia, overflowing closets, storage and workspaces, and all • • • • • • • • • on the timely topic of journalism, free speech, and freedom of the press. In this month’s feature, David Strathairn stars as CBS journalist Edward R. Murrow and George Clooney (who also directed) co-stars as Murrow’s producer Fred Friendly. Morrow struck one of the early blows against the guilt-byassociation tactics of Senator Joseph McCarthy, and the film centers on the Murrow-McCarthy conflict that unfolded in 1953. Introduction of each film and discussion afterwards led by Rick Winston. Free popcorn! This series runs on second Saturdays from December - March. For titles and rating information, call 476-7550. Job Hunt Helper Every Wed. 3-6pm and Fri. 1-3pm. Reading Rooms. Our CCV Intern is here to help you find a job, get a better job, revise your resume, earn a professional certification, explore career interests, or anything else you need to move your career forward. Call 476-7550 to make an appointment. Knit 2Gether Fiber Arts Group Thursdays 1-3pm. Vermont Room. Fiber artists of all sorts, ages, and abilities are welcome. Give and get advice and inspiration with a great group of crafters! Spin, weave, knit, crochet and more! We’re on break for the holidays but will be restarting on January 4. Note: The library will be closed Saturday, December 30 and Monday, January 1 for New Year’s. There will be no Story Hour at the Main Library on 12/26, but there will still be Story Hour at the York Branch at 10am that day. Remember: Aldrich is fine free for the holidays! Bring in your overdue books before New Years and be charged no fines. Save your box tops & drop them off at the library. We have a rep from the school stopping in to pick them up. Workshop Space Needed? Are you an artist that would like to hold a workshop here at the library? Call Sherri and schedule a workshop. Our community loves to learn new hobbies. 485-4621 Do you have a dog? We have dog waste disposal bags for your convenience. Stop in and grab some. Storytime Stop in at STORYTIME on Mondays and Thursdays with our youth librarian, Britta Eberle. Storytime is from 10-11am. We read a story & do a craft. Bring your children or grandchildren. build a better future for our planet.” Movie Night at the Jaquith Library Third Wednesdays at 7 p.m. January 17 - (1962) Survivors of a nuclear war live in tunnels under Paris. A man with strong imaging ability is chosen for experiments in time travel. Composed almost entirely of black-&-white still photographs, this film is unusual & multileveled, haunting, & thought-provoking. Jaquith Invitational Group Art Show Reception Friday, January 12, 6PM- 8PM Artists: Terry Allen, Lorilla Banbury, Jennifer Barlow, Chuck Bohn, Juliana Fletcher, Diane Fitch, Tracey Hambleton, Viiu Nuiiler, Marge Pulaski, Helen Rabin, Frederick Rudi, Michael Schumacher, David Smith. At the Jaquith Public Library, 122 School St. RM 2, Marshfield. Refreshments will be served. The show will be up from January 6 to February 28. For info call 802-426-3581 or email: jaquithpubliclibrary@gmail.com or visit our website: www.jaquithpubliclibrary.org Pop-in for Pop-ups with Ellen Bressler Wednesday, January 31 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Join Ellen Bresler to make cards for Valentine’s Day or any other occasion. Ellen has been a practitioner, student and teacher of paper engineering since the 1980’s. It’s such a kick to start with a flat piece of paper and bring it to life with a few folds and cuts. Open House and Book Sale Saturday, February 3 from 9 to 1 p.m. Come and celebrate the Jaquith Library with music, refreshments and kid friendly activities. Enjoy the company of your friends and neighbors. All welcome: community members, patrons, volunteers, and family.Come find great books and then go to the library for some refreshments. Volunteers are needed for set up on the evening of February 2 and cleanup on February 3 after 1 p.m. Also, book donations may be dropped off at the library one week in advance. Please no magazines, encyclopedias, Reader’s Digest Condensed Editions, textbooks, moldy or torn books, games or puzzles.For questions or to donate books call 426-3581 or email friendsofthejaquith@gmail.com Storytime and Playgroup Wednesdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Join Sylvia Smith for story time, and follow up with playgroup with Cassie Bickford. For children birth to age six and their grown-ups. We follow the Twinfield Union School calendar and do not hold the program the days Twinfield is closed. those holiday decorations, this presentation is a must. For anyone who struggles with staying organized and dreams of downsizing and creating a clear space, Deb’s clear and dynamic presentation will motivate you to make lasting change in your life. Ms. Fleischman specializes in home organization, workplace productivity, time management, space design and coaching. Also if you’ve overindulged in holiday feasting and are feeling a bit sluggish or under-the-weather, the Waterbury Public Library will be holding a workshop that may be just the ticket to get your immune system functioning at optimal level. We know that sugar wreaks havoc on the immune system whether that comes in the form of dessert or drinks. The holiday season is full of such temptation. Cathy Dodge, Herbal Nutritionist, Health Coach and Director of the Healing Leaves Center in Willison will giving a presentation and Q & A on healthy tips and strategies help rebuild the immune system. With cold and flu season upon us, this workshop will help you build a strong healthy foundation and help you stay on top of your New Year’s resolutions for a healthy lifestyle. The workshop will include a “Make & Take” herbal tea that you can take home. $5.00 materials fee. Call the library at 244-7036 to register for this workshop on Tuesday, January 16th from 6:30-8 p.m.
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