Tyson Ladies Aid annual bazaar, August 10th, 10am – 2pm

Posted on 07/30/2013 by Plymouth Press Contributing Writer

From Sally Scarp

The Tyson Ladies’ Aid Association will hold its 103rd annual summer bazaar on the green at Veterans Memorial Park in Ludlow, Vermont on Saturday, August 10th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. rain or shine. The event will feature a chicken barbeque with corn on the cob and homemade coleslaw and baked beans. Baked goods, such as pies, cakes, cookies and bread will also be offered for sale.

“This is such a fun event, especially since Ludlow no longer celebrates the zucchini harvest”, said Janine Norman, one of the organizers.  “We have some amazing bakers who are very proud of their wares and the natural ingredients they use. This year we will continue our basket raffle for over 50 themed baskets made and donated by our members”, she continues. “Two new additions to this year’s bazaar is the addition of a crafts sale and a book sale.”

The Tyson Ladies’ Aid Association was founded in 1880 to raise funds to bring a church to Tyson.  In 1887, the Ladies had purchased the Tyson Iron Works office and established the Tyson Library at that site.  After a period of inactivity, they reorganized in 1910 and have operated continuously since then, using money raised to support the library, fund scholarships and benefit the local community.

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Margo Marrone’s Plymouth Report

Posted on 07/29/2013 by Plymouth Press Contributing Writer

Republished with permission from The Vermont Standard

7/21/13

A little advance notice about Plymouth Old Home Day at the Historic Site, which is Saturday, 8/3 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Taking place since the early 20th century, this year it coincides with the 90th anniversary of Calvin Coolidge’s “Homestead Inaugural.” Plan to join the fun – wagon rides, sheep shearing, & craft demonstrations. A barbershop quartet will be on hand & of course come for lunch to the Plymouth Emergency Services chicken BBQ!

As I write this, we still have a wire hanging in our driveway from the storm on Friday night. Thanks to the friends who have stopped to let us know. Tom has marked it with a cone now, until Ludlow Electric gets here to fix it. Glad there is still room to get in & out! Hope others did not a problem….

I have been taking Pilates at 10:00 AM on Thurs mornings at a church in Proctorsville & I have been enjoying it greatly. Jamie has been very good about going slowly, keeping in mind my current limitations. I was the only one in attendance last week, so I was thinking about offering Tyson Church as a site instead, hoping there might be a few other people who would want to participate. It is very reasonable at $10 for the hour, so let me know if you might want to come!

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Margo Marrone’s Plymouth Report

Posted on 07/19/2013 by Plymouth Press Contributing Writer

Republished with permission from The Vermont Standard

7/15/13

Finally – nice weather this past weekend! Seemed to be many bikers on Rte 100 & people enjoying water activities. With many visitors to our area, the roads are a bit more congested & there have been some accidents as a result. Please be careful!

The Historical Society is still busy organizing in their new space at the former school building. Their next meeting will be 8/7 at 7:00 PM, at which time they will set a date for an open house.

Just a note about how well the various organizations in town work cooperatively. The groups that sponsor the Strawberry Festival – Tyson Ladies Aid, Tyson Church, & Emergency Services each contributed to a campership at Bethany Birches this year. Last year, funds went to Farm & Wilderness. It is wonderful to see people working side by side to enhance our community!

The Reach Out Luncheon this month will be Thursday, 7/25 & we will be having a BBQ this time. Considering joining us downstairs in the Community Room of Tyson Church at 11:00 AM.

The first Grace Coolidge Musicale will take place 8/4 from 3:00 – 4:30, featuring Verandah Porche reading from her new book, Sudden Eden & music by Abi Charbeneau. Refreshments will follow at the Wilder House.

Speaking of the Wilder House, glad to hear that Monk Hale is home now & recuperating nicely from his recent surgery.

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Road Closure Notice – July 29-Aug 30

Posted on 07/18/2013 by The Plymouth Press

From Larry Lynds, Plymouth Road Foreman

Hale Hollow Road Bridge #37 will be closed for repair July 29-August 30, 2013.

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Community Activities Coordinator Hired for Plymouth

Posted on 07/12/2013 by The Plymouth Press

From the Plymouth School Building Committee

The Selectboard of the Town of Plymouth is pleased to announce that it has contracted with Mr. Terry Bascom to develop a diverse slate of activities and events for the residents of the town and its visitors. The contract runs from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014.

This action continues the town’s effort to find new uses for the 3-room Plymouth Elementary School building since its closing in 2009, and to foster a range of community events. It follows from a vote at the March 2013 Town Meeting to approve one year of trial funding. Mr. Bascom will work in consultation with town officials, a committee of interested Plymouth residents, including representatives of the school board, the zoning committee, the selectboard, emergency services and the Plymouth Historical Society, and local businesses, foundations, and organizations.

Terry Bascom has a diverse work background featuring mid-level and senior-level management positions in both for-profit and not-for-profit entities. Prior to 2007, when he semi-retired to Plymouth, Mr. Bascom had been a church pastor, college professor, small business manager, and entrepreneur. Much of his work involved creating or correcting institutional systems to promote organizational functionality and increase cultural vitality, abilities he looks forward to applying to the task of creating a viable, community-centered slate of activities and services for the Town of Plymouth and its guests.

In addition to the time he will devote to his work for the town, Mr. Bascom writes for the sociology of religion website, Insights into Religion, and is editing a book written by a scholar at the Hartford Institute of Religion Research, located in Hartford, Connecticut, that describes the rise and fall of a megachurch. He also manages websites for himself and his wife, Willow, an author and illustrator.

Individuals and organizations interested in learning more about the new use for the Plymouth School, or seeking information about offering classes, programs, events, or services to the people of Plymouth are invited to contact Terry by telephone at 802.672.5390, or by email at terry.bascom@yahoo.com.

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Margo Marrone’s Plymouth Report

Posted on 07/12/2013 by Plymouth Press Contributing Writer

Republished with permission from The Vermont Standard

7/5/13

I hope that everyone had a fun & safe 4th of July. The march to the cemetery to lay the wreath from the White House couldn’t have had better weather. Warm, but there was shade for the speeches & a lovely breeze. As we strolled through the Historic Site & ate the chicken BBQ, there were several hundred people milling around.

Although we didn’t stay for the music & other events. We spoke with many folks from various places who were planning to attend these activities. I wish I had known earlier that the Historical Society was open at their new location because I would have included it last week!

The rains of earlier this week caused considerable damage in some neighboring communities, but glad that our area was not greatly affected. You could see some places along the Notch hill that had washed & the lakes are chocolate colored, but we fared pretty well.

I know that with the steamy temps lately it seems a bit strange to think about home heating possibilities for this winter. Yet, as Town Service Officer, I just received notification about help being available under the Green Mountain Power Discount Energy Assistance Program for low-income Vermonters who heat with electricity & through the VT Gas Systems Energy Assistance Program for those who heat with gas. For more info, call 1-800-775-0516.

Some of you may have known Frances (Sis) Hanlon on Dublin Rd. She passed away on 6/8 while staying with her daughter in CT. Pam said that the family would like to have a memorial service for her some time in August. When the date is finalized, I will note it here.

Lastly, I forgot a very important 1st birthday – Josie Flaster turned one year old on 7/2. Congratulations to this lively, happy little girl!

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Margo Marrone’s Plymouth Report

Posted on 07/05/2013 by Plymouth Press Contributing Writer

Republished with permission from The Vermont Standard

6/30/13

Well, the strange weather continues to plague us, but it was definitely a Godsend that the rain halted around 4:00 PM on Wed, allowing the Strawberry Festival to go forward with a good crowd. Thanks to everyone for their hard work & to those who faithfully support this wonderful community event!

As most folks undoubtedly know by now, the money for the Sheriff was reinstated in the town budget by a large majority. It was nice that folks were courteous to one another & there were several light moments during the meeting. It was also encouraging to note that the Selectmen were receptive to the ideas presented, especially the idea to provide more precise details in the contract so that the needs of the town are adequately met.

A fun event will take place at Bethany Birches Camp on Sunday 7/7. First of all there will be the church service led by camp staff at 10:00 AM – complete with energetic singing & sharing of faith journeys. A chicken BBQ will follow that will fill your belly, while the spectacular view will nourish you as well! If you are so inclined, bring your bathing suit & take a dip in the pond. I understand that the camp season is going well, but for further info, please go to http://bethanybirches.org/2013/06/newsletter-2013-summer-programs-events/#sthash.5B7wo3nt.dpuf.

Happy Birthday to Janine Norman on 7/3 – a day before Calvin Coolidge! Don’t forget the BBQ offered at Wilder House following the march to the cemetery!

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Margo Marrone’s Plymouth Report

Posted on 06/28/2013 by Plymouth Press Contributing Writer

Republished with permission from The Vermont Standard

6/24/13

Plymouth student, Christi Harris has recently graduated from WUHS & plans to attend UNH in the fall.  She will major in business & international affairs & minor in Spanish.  Best wishes for a wonderful college experience!

Well, belated birthday wishes to Dot Pingree’s (6/21).  We won’t be able to celebrate at the Reach Out Luncheon this month because there is none!  That is because we are hoping everyone will attend the Strawberry Festival this week.

Congrats to our athletes Calef Hepler – part of 3-4 boys lacrosse team, that had a winning season.  Also, to Holli Olsen who was on the WUHS girls lacrosse team & to Christi Harris on the Cross Country team.

Don’t forget that there are lots of things going on at the Notch!  Kathy Lynds said there over 100 visitors to the Site on Sunday.  Tuesdays there are guided tours with Administrator, Bill Jenney at 2:00 PM.  Wednesdays at 1:00 is the time with Farmer Fred.  On Thursdays, from 11:00 to 1:00 there are displays & activities for all ages sponsored by the Coolidge Foundation.  Something for everyone!  Plan to attend the march with the VT National Guard on 7/4, as they parade over to the cemetery to put the wreath sent by the While House on the grave of Calvin Coolidge.

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Readers Needed for July 4 Coolidge Program

Posted on 06/20/2013 by The Plymouth Press

From Diane Kemble, Education Director, Calvin Coolidge Memorial Foundation

Would you like to be part of this year’s July 4 program at the Plymouth Cemetery? Readers are needed to read brief parts of a Coolidge speech. You will receive the part ahead of time and we will have a run-through at 11:00 before the program. Strong, clear speaking voice essential. (Walk to the cemetery begins at noon. Note: there are about ten stone steps from road to cemetery.)

Contact Diane Kemble at education@calvin-coolidge.org.

Thank you.

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Margo Marrone’s Plymouth Report

Posted on 06/20/2013 by Plymouth Press Contributing Writer

Republished with permission from The Vermont Standard

6/17/13

Margo & Tom Marrone with grandson, Owen, in ME. Photo by Melissa Perrino.

Margo & Tom Marrone with grandson, Owen, in ME. Photo by Melissa Perrino.

Well, it is a small world.  Tom & I were in York, ME for a few days & ran into Michelle & Justus Pingree twice!  We enjoyed the Trolley Museum, then when Melissa, Chris & the boys arrived for the weekend, we went to the zoo & the beach on Saturday, which was a perfect day weatherwise.

I understand from Amber that there are still spots at Bethany Birches Camp for their summer programs, that offer a faith-developing experience through a community of love. People can sign up by registering online at bethanybirches.org or by calling the office at 802-672-5220.  They are offering a discount to your readers – it’s $100 off for tier 3 and $50 off for tier 1 and 2 to Pilgrim session which is June 23-28. It’s for 9-11 year olds.  They can use the code vstandPilgrim.

I missed another birthday – belated best wishes to Angela Miccio (6/16).  Since we were away, I don’t have much news this week!

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