3/24/25

Starting out the week with some snow, although at one point it sounded more like sleet. Looks like winter cannot read the calendar and does not know it is spring! I am aware of people who have already removed their snow tires, perhaps a bit prematurely.

The lakes and streams are still high, but hopefully there will not be any damaging flooding. If you are interested in hearing about local (including Plymouth)) planning for flood resiliency, consider attending the workshop on Thursday, 3/27 at the Ludlow Town Hall at 6:30 PM.

The reading group met at the Echo Lake Inn on 3/19 and had a lengthy discussion about Ann Vickers. It was not one of our favorite books, although it did highlight some issues that may still need addressing today. We were able to be on Zoom as well, which allowed other folks to participate. I find that I am reading books that would not ordinarily come to my attention, so it is stretching me a bit. Note the following books for the next few months.

1. Thursday, April 24 at 6:30 pm: A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson

2. Wednesday, May 21 at 6:30 pm: A Month in the Country by JL Carr

3. Wednesday June 11 at 6:30 pm: The Stolen Hours by Alan Eskens

Fletcher Memorial Library has learned of probable Federal funding cuts. There are so many wonderful programs lined up and it would be a shame if there are disruptions. Check out their website www.fmlnews.org. The Monday, 3/31 author visit at 6PM will explore the possibly fictitious place of Langdon VT. Friends of Fletcher Memorial Library will be leading the discussion of Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver on Thursday 4/10 at 10:30 AM.

Just in case the need arises, I found a new word the other day. Bumptious means self-assertive or proud to an irritating degree, arrogance.