Reprinted with permission from The Vermont Standard

9/4/23

Oops, I didn’t get my article into the VT Standard for the early deadline for this week.  Although hot and a bit humid, this recent sunny weather seems more like summer than July and August! The weekend seemed ideal for the events at the Notch. The Union Christian Church was full for the Shakespeare Alive production that was wonderful as usual.  Many visitors were meandering around learning about Calvin Coolidge and life in VT.  I was able to attend the Folk and Blues Festival (thanks Jay) on Sunday and that was well attended as well.

It seems that road conditions are very much in flux these days. Rte 100 was completely closed for 4 days last week in the area of the former Tyson Store. Several circumstances caused delays as the crane had some issues, then the crew found another bridge under the road that impeded progress. At this time, the road is open, but only the gravel base is in place. I have been told that delays may happen as work continues this week, but that at least one lane should remain open.

Per Tiffany, Camp Plymouth staff continue working on cleaning up and maintaining the grounds. Even weeks after the flood, picnic tables are still being found as the water visibility improves and some of the neighbors move their docks. Tiffany and Chris are working on some much-needed projects such as painting the concessions bathrooms, so hopefully those will be looking a lot better for visitors next season! (see pic)

According to Mary O’Brien • Recycling Coordinator, Southern Windsor/Windham Counties Solid Waste Management District Board, Southern Windsor and Windham Counties, the HHW Depot will only be open for one more month this year. So, now is the time to get rid of your hazardous waste by calling (802-674-9235) for an appt – $10 per vehicle allows you to bring ten gallons of HHW, with only $1 charge for an additional gallon.  The site will reopen again in May and you can visit http://www.vtsolidwastedistrict.org for more information. Paint up to 5 gallons per day also be brought to your local Aubuchon’s, Bibens, or Sherwin-Williams stores.

Farm And Wilderness Camp will hold an open house, including lunch on 9/23, from 10 AM to 3:30 PM For more information and to reserve your tickets for tours, hikes and farm activities visit https://go.farmandwilderness.org/fall-open-house-2023