Plymouth Report

Posted on 08/14/2012 by Plymouth Press Contributing Writer

Reprinted with permission from the VT Standard

Contributed by Margo Marrone

8/6/12

What a sweltering weekend! As I am writing this on Mon morning, it is so nice to feel the cool & less humid breeze. The turnout for Old Home Day at the notch was down a bit & I am wondering if folks opted for cooler pursuits. On my way past the lakes on Saturday, it seemed like cars were at every point of access to the water & Camp Plymouth State Park had a nice crowd!

Plymouth Emergency Services thanks the community for their support of the BBQ on Saturday. Those at the Bake Table (Bea & John Wheeler, Shirley & Bob Billings, & Dale Lynds) tried to stay cool & keep the goodies from melting. Speaking of melting, we were close to that point during the wedding in the Tyson Church that afternoon!

Bonnie Allen made the cake for the reception at the Echo Lake Inn this past weekend & it was delicious! Apparently a compromise was reached between the bride & groom because it included both carrot cake & chocolate cake! Nice to see that both Hawk & the Echo Lake Inn have had weddings these past 2 weekends, bringing folks to our lovely town.

Apparently Steve Forbes presentation at the Coolidge Foundation Annual Meeting was well attended this past week, as was the Musicale on Sunday. I understand that Jane Berlin Pauley gave some interesting history about Josephine Baker along with singing the songs, many of which were performed in Paris because of racial overtones here in the US. Jane & Abigail Charbonneau, who played the Grace Coolidge piano are both very talented teachers at the Concord School of Music.

Final plans for the Tyson Ladies Aid Bazaar were the main topic for discussion at the 8/2 meeting. It sounds like the selection of baskets & gift certificates will be exceptional – something for everyone! Don’t forget that it is this Saturday, 8/11 at Veterans Park in Ludlow & there will be the usual chicken BBQ, done by John Murphy Jr.

There was also talk about having a children’s story time through the Tyson Library (sponsored by TLA), held downstairs at Tyson Church. Tyson Ladies is not part of the church, but a wonderful partnership exists that has helped to make the church space a real community resource. The jointly sponsored Reach Out Community Luncheon takes place there on the 3rd Thursday of each month – the next one being on 8/16. It begins at 11:00 AM with a speaker, then a scrumptious free meal is served – a nice variety of salads this time.

Please note that the Inn at Water’s Edge has offered to host the Thurs 8/16 organizational meeting to discuss the 8/26 town-wide Tender Hearts & Helping Hands celebration. It would be nice to have a number of folks bring their ideas as we make final plans to celebrate the wonderful ways people helped each other in the aftermath of “Irene”. Along with the potluck lunch under the tent at the Echo Lake Inn, it would be wonderful to have some lively music Please call & let me know if you have any suggestions & can help with planning.

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Field Hockey Clinic

Posted on 08/05/2012 by Plymouth Press Contributing Writer

FIELD HOCKEY CLINIC

For students entering grades 3- 8

SPONSORED BY THE WOODSTOCK UNION HIGH SCHOOL FIELD HOCKEY TEAM

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15TH

10:00 A.M. –  12:00 P.M.

ON THE YVONNE FRATES FIELD AT WUHS (in case of rain – inside at Union Arena) 

BRING WATER AND A MOUTHGUARD

WEAR SHINGUARDS IF YOU HAVE THEM

STICKS WILL BE PROVIDED

To sign up in advance …..EMAIL  wendywannop@gmail.com

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TYSON LADIES’ AID PLANS ITS ANNUAL BAZAAR FOR SATURDAY, AUGUST 11, 2012

Posted on 08/03/2012 by Plymouth Press Contributing Writer

Contributed by Sally Scarp

TYSON, VT……….The Tyson Ladies’ Aid Association will hold its 102nd annual summer bazaar on the green at Veterans Memorial Park in Ludlow, Vermont on Saturday August 11th 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. “A special feature will be a basket of Vermont only products.”

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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Plymouth Report

Posted on 08/03/2012 by Plymouth Press Contributing Writer

Contributed by Margo Marrone
7/30/12

I am writing this on Sunday evening, having just arrived back home to find that “someone” ate my one ripe big boy tomato that I had examined this morning and determined I would pick this evening! Well, actually it was not totally eaten – a bite was take out of opposite sides, leaving a juicy center of pulp. In addition, Sweetie, as I had affectionately named this deer, bit off all the heads of my day lilies that surround our deck. Anyone have a remedy for this mutilation?

Fortunately, someone sent me an email that helped to lighten my mood a tad. It said: “I believe dust is nature’s way of protecting furniture“. Not only did it make me chuckle, it reinforced my position that dusting is drudgery & a waste of time!

Just to let you know, the hydrant at the fire station is back in service & it is a brand new system that should serve the town better. A good way to support our Plymouth Emergency Services would be to come to the BBQ at the Notch for Old Home Day on Sat, 8/4! Besides enjoying lunch, there will be a bake sale & a number of other great activities.

At Tyson Church on Sunday morning we were treated to some delightful music by Bruce & Caleb Freeberg. They played a variety of instruments & helped to make the service a joyous occasion, including the singing of “happy birthday“ to Annie Clarke‘s mother! It is possible that they might also bring their instruments to the 8/26 celebration.

By the way, someone mentioned to me that another event is being planned for the Municipal Bldg for the same day – 8/26. I hope that folks know this event in Tyson encompasses the whole town. If in fact, another happening is being planned, I hope we can coordinate our efforts! Although we were segregated by ruined roads for a time, hopefully coming together as a town to share in a positive tribute to our resiliency will be a healthy & healing way to weather the storm! There will not be a regular church service that day, but a chance to express appreciation for each other.

We attended the service for Mike Bivins that took place in the Baker Hill Cemetery in Bridgewater Center on Sunday afternoon. A large crowd assembled to honor & remember him, including many members of his large family. A reception was held at Hawk Inn & Mtn Resort following the service & at one point a number of photos were displayed on the ceiling of the tent, with his wonderful smile beaming down on us. That affable smile will be a reminder of this kind-hearted & loving fellow – everyone‘s friend, Big Mike.

This should be a busy, but fun week for Bob & Kathy Lynds with the arrival of son, Joe, & grandsons – Jonathan, Jacob, & Joshua. Family time is so important & to be cherished!

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Emergency management request

Posted on 08/03/2012 by Plymouth Press Contributing Writer

Contributed by Russ Tonkin

Emergency Management Team Request
On August 15th at 6PM at the Town Hall, the Red Cross is conducting “Shelter” training for volunteers who might help in Plymouth emergency shelters. We are asking for volunteers to attend the training so if we do need to open a shelter we have trained volunteers. Please contact Russ Tonkin RTONKS or 672-3179 if you are willing to volunteer. We need 8-10 qualified volunteers to operate a shelter 24/7. Thank you!

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Tyson Ladies Aid Annual Bazaar on Saturday August 11th

Posted on 07/27/2012 by Plymouth Press Contributing Writer

Contributed by Sally Scarp

TYSON, VT……….The Tyson Ladies’ Aid Association will hold its 102nd annual summer bazaar on the green at Veterans Memorial Park in Ludlow, Vermont on Saturday August 11th 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. “A special feature will be a basket of Vermont only products.”

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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Got VT Irene Recovery Photos? Win Potter/Nocturnals Concert Tickets

Posted on 07/27/2012 by The Plymouth Press

Contributed by Julia Carlisle via Jill Davis

Woodstock Early Bird KNOWs there are some great photographers out there….Have at it! Governor Shumlin Announces “Build Up Vermont” Photo Contest Gov. Peter Shumlin launched ‘Build Up Vermont’ Thursday to encourage residents and visitors to share their views of the state – using their cameras. The emphasis of this initiative is to showcase photography of communities and destinations within Vermont in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Irene, celebrating the recovery efforts since the Aug. 28 storm. The centerpiece of Build Up Vermont is a website that will allow people to post their pictures, view the growing photo gallery and vote for their favorite shot.

“What better way to reflect the hard work and remarkable spirit of Vermonters than by promoting images of the progress we’ve made in the last 11 months,” the Governor said. Build Up Vermont is a collaborative between the Governor’s Irene Recovery Office and the Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing. Photos are submitted to http://www.BuildUpVT.com, and viewers can vote on their favorites as part of a photo contest to win tickets to see Vermont musician Grace Potter perform at the Grand Point North Festival at Burlington’s Waterfront Park in September (visit http://www.grandpointnorth.com for more information).

“It is vital for Vermont to share images and honest, real-time perspectives of our active and accessible communities as we approach the one year anniversary of Tropical Storm Irene,” Tourism and Marketing Deputy Commissioner Steve Cook said. “Tourism is critical to Vermont’s economy and BuildUpVT.com will show potential Vermont vacationers that we are vibrant, we are beautiful and we are open for business.” To submit a photo, view the gallery or get more information, visit http://www.BuildUpVT.com.

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Plymouth Report

Posted on 07/27/2012 by Plymouth Press Contributing Writer

Contributed by Margo Marrone

7/23/12

Isn’t the wildlife in VT incredible! Linda Seader called the other day about the horrible noise of the night before, when it sounded like one creature was killing another in the woods behind our houses. According to the game warden, the best guess seems to be 2 male raccoons fighting over a female! I haven’t personally seen any bears, but I understand they are in the neighborhood; causing problems wherever they can find food with their great sense of smell, even closed refrigerators are not safe!

I have had some birds pecking at my windows lately. They look something like juncos, but I am not really sure what they are. After perching on several window sills and knocking on the glass, they decided to make a nest in one of my hanging plants. The inconvenience and mess of that was annoying, but then they started flying into my sliding glass door – starting at 4:30 AM! I assume it was their own reflection that caused them to be aggressive, probably trying to protect the emerging nest. Perhaps I was not very kind, but I removed the nest and placed it in another location, then had to barricade that plant and another one to keep them away! We already have a nest in the peak above our back door and I was splattered one day when I went out….

Perhaps some of you saw the antique cars that were touring the area last week. I believe there was a rally in Rutland. I understand that they caused quite a stir at the Historic site. A number of them came down Dublin Rd on Friday. I wondered if they had traveled on Patch Brook Rd! Although it has been fixed nicely since “Irene”, it is still quite narrow. I want to thank the driver of the large truck that backed up a considerable distance the other day to a spot where I could get past it. Backing up is not my thing……

We had company from CA last week and we all took Owen to Camp Plymouth State Park. The water was refreshing and he couldn’t wait to get into it. I have had a number of folks ask if the beach is open – yes, it is! These same friends helped to move the BBQ grill from the Echo Lake Inn to the church for Thursday’s Reach Out Luncheon. We sang Happy Birthday to Barbara North, who is currently residing on the Kingdom Rd.

Also, I just received a request for Plymouth to be a part of a special publication that the VT Standard is putting together for the one-year anniversary of Irene, that will focus on good stories and outcomes.
There will be a special section about local heroes and charities, so if you’d like to nominate someone or some organization who stepped up during the flood or the recovery, now’s the time to do so. Please get back to me by 8/4.

This goes right along with our 8/26 celebration, which has been renamed Tender Hearts and Helping Hands. The focus will be a celebration of the wonderful care provided by community members for one another during the after-math of “Irene”, It will begin at the church at 10:30 AM, with a potluck luncheon in the tent at the Echo Lake Inn at noon. There will be a board set up in the back of the church where folks can write a brief thank-you note to those who helped them. If you have a funny story to tell or a special appreciation you would like to express, there will be time to do that at the church.

Deepest sympathy to the family, friends,and co-workers at Hawk of Mike Bivins on his sudden passing while working on Lake Amherst on Sunday. Maybe we can best remember him by emulating the warmth of his smile.

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Music by Bruce and Caleb Freeberg

Posted on 07/27/2012 by The Plymouth Press

Contributed by Margo Marrone

Everyone is invited to come enjoy special music by Bruce & Caleb Freeberg during our Sunday worship service at Tyson Congregational Church, starting at 10:30 AM this Sunday, 7/29/12.

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SAVE THE DATE! Celebration of Irene Response

Posted on 07/26/2012 by Plymouth Press Contributing Writer

Contributed by Tom & Margo Marrone

Hearts & Helping Hands – Sunday 8/26/12

A celebration of the wonderful care provided by community members during the after-math of “Irene”, with a potluck luncheon immediately following church in the tent at the Echo Lake Inn. Church is at 10:30.

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