Reprinted with permission from The Vermont Standard

4/21/24

Well, I thought the bears were out and wandering about, so seeing one in my yard on my Blink the other night was not really a surprise. A neighbor mentioned he has heard them singing recently. Spring brings many creatures to the fore. While walking around Amherst last week, there were numerous turtles sunning themselves, their shells glistening before they became spooked and they dove into the water. The barred owls are also making their presence known. I have recently installed Merlin on my phone and have been enjoying learning the various calls of birds chirping on my walks.

The Plymouth Book Group met last Wednesday and chose The Women by Kristin Hannah for the 5/15 discussion. Subsequent selections will be discussed at that meeting.If you enjoy reading & discussing books, also consider joining the dialogue regarding The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh at Fletcher Memorial Library on Monday, 5/13 at 6 PM.

I was not able to attend the 4/15 Select Board meeting, but it appears that the dog ordinance modification was tabled for another time. I understand there was a lengthy discussion about the petition for a revote on Town Meeting approval to exempt Bethany Birches Camp from paying the education portion of their property tax. The date has been set for Tuesday, 5/21 at 7:00 PM. Only residents attending the meeting may cast a vote. Please note that minutes from these meetings are available on the town website.