10/5/25

Warm weather has returned for the moment. After bringing in and covering plants earlier in the week, I have put them all back outside to bask in the sunlight. The forecast indicates rain this week, which we certainly need. Friends and I enjoyed the Fire Dept chicken BBQ on Saturday and joined bus loads of visitors for a delightful stroll around the Historic Site.

Mark your calendar now for the end of Daylight Saving Time at 2 AM on 11/2. The Old Farmer’s Almanac says it is all about conserving energy and making use of sunlight. So, setting the clocks forward in the spring gives us more natural light in the summer evenings, and setting the clocks back in the fall gives us more daylight in the winter mornings.

Because the end of DST marks a shift to fewer hours of daylight, soaking up the sun earlier in the day will regulate your internal body clock and help you feel less tired. The Sunshine Protection Act was proposed as a United States federal law that would make daylight saving time permanent. Although the U.S. Senate passed the bill on March 15, 2022, both houses of Congress haven’t passed it.

Speaking of light, I just learned that there will be a special program held at Fletcher Memorial Library on Monday, 10/6 from 5:30 to 6:30 PM called “Be Bright at Night” The VT Dept of Health is concerned that folks walk, drive or bike safely as the days become shorter. Free reflectors and safety tips will be distributed.

A reminder that there will be a Select Board meeting at 6 PM on Mon, 10/6.
Don’t forget these other upcoming FML programs. Discussion with Sasha Hom on Thurs 10/9 at 10:30 AM regarding her book, Sidework, On Friday, 10/10 at 1 PM join the Senior Planet program to learn more about AI and Chat GPT.

On Sunday, 10/12 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Ludlow Mini Park, come out to support the Black River Academy Museum that I understand is in dire need of funds for some much-needed and substantial structural repairs. Breakfast and lunch will be served or buy something at the Bake Sale.
Black River Good Neighbor Services will be sponsoring a Grief Support Group at FLM on the second Monday of each month. This will be a safe space for individuals to share their experiences, find comfort and learn coping strategies after a loss. For more information, all BRGNS at 802-228-3663