Reprinted with permission from The Vermont Standard

8/21/23

As August comes to a close, students are preparing for the start of school. I imagine some youngsters are pushing hard to complete summer reading assignments that have been put off for the last couple of months. 

The vote regarding the Short Term Rental regulations was close last week, but in the end, it was voted that the original ordinance be maintained.  That means that Knox boxes are still mandated, as well as relevant insurance coverage. The idea that all residences should be installing Knox boxes to allow emergency personnel access was discussed at length.

On a sad note, I received word about the passing of Angela Miccio. Folks may remember that she had the B & B across from Plymouth Elementary School. She was also an integral part of the Plymouth Press in the initial stages as we organized, cut and pasted the paper in the early day of publication. 

The Book Group will meet this Wed, 8/23 via zoom to discuss the delightful Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.  The books for the next few months will also be chosen.

Consider joining Cyndy Bittinger, author of Grace Coolidge, Sudden Staron Sunday 8/27 at 2 pm at the Bridgewater Grange Hall. Some of us remember when Cyndy had her Coolidge Foundation office in the basement of the Union Christian Church.

In addition to the Shakespeare Alive performance at the Union Christian Church at noon on 9/2, don’t forget the Plymouth Folk and Blues Festival from 2 – 5 PM on 9/2 & 3.  Bring a chair and enjoy this outdoor festival. This is another free event, but donations are always appreciated, as are donations for the VT Food Bank. 

Bethany Mennonite Church extends an invitation to their picnic lunch on 9/3 after the 9:45 outdoor worship service. Join the fun with various games for all ages, plus hot dogs, kielbasa, salads, and ice cream cones. All are welcome.