Burn permits needed, Strawberry Festival a success ~ Margo’s Plymouth report

Reprinted with permission from The Vermont Standard

As I am writing on Monday morning, the sun is still shining, but the forecast tells of thunder storms heading our way. I have already gone for a walk, so perhaps an afternoon of indoor projects will be on my agenda for the rest of the day!

I understand there was a fire call over the weekend. A permit had been obtained from Fire Warden, Joe Rebideau (802) 672-5148, but the person handling the burn left to get lunch. Fortunately, the fire did not get out of control, but permits are issued with the clear understanding that they not be left unattended!

We couldn’t have asked for any better weather for the Strawberry Festival last week – mild temps, dry, and very few bugs! Park staff counted 475 people, which is similar to the figures I recall when the school was doing the event back in the 80s. Thanks to all who helped and participated and to Angela Kissell for sharing her pictures.

I think people were anxious to return to this annual event, to share stories and hugs, and to support these community groups. Just one example of how these funds are spent, Tyson Ladies Aid gives two scholarships every year to high school seniors. This year they went to Norah Harper who graduated from WUHS and Brodie Massey from Green Mtn HS.

It is hard to believe that June in winding down. Area students are happily pursuing summer activities, tourists are flocking here, and many exciting events are taking place around our area. I have previously mentioned many activities happening at the Coolidge Historic Site, so hopefully the weather will cooperate and these interesting programs can go forward without a hitch.

Tysons Ladies Aid serving up strawberries!