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10/23/23

It was a bit disappointing to have such a dreary weekend, although some of the leaves are hanging on and still lovely. A friend and I decided to walk in the rain on Friday and it actually was fine with our rain gear. There were some breaks in the precipitation on Sunday and I think the sun even broke through a few times. I noticed that streams are running fast and full and the lakes are high, too.

I think that most folks know that staff has been moved back into the Town Building. There are a few pictures on the Town website. Work is still being done and the project has not been completed yet.

We had quite a discussion of Lady Tan’s Circle of Women during the Book Group discussion on 10/18. I think I can safely say that it was an interesting learning experience, but none of us would have liked the limitations placed upon women during that time period! Our next book is The Maid by Nita Prose that will be discussed on 11/18. That will also be the time to choose reading material for the next few months. All are welcome to join the group. Thanks to Rose Vetere, we can meet via Zoom, so weather is not a limiting factor.

Don’t forget to join the Historical Society program on Sunday, 10/29 at 2 PM at the Community Center featuring Marty Podskoch who will be sharing pictures and information on the CCC camps of our region. There is no admission, although donations are always appreciated. Come enjoy learning about this interesting time in our history, plus share refreshments and time to chat with neighbors.

Many of you know Plymouth resident Gwen Groff, pastor of Bethany Mennonite Church in Bridgewater for the past 24 years. She will be leaving that position at the end of November and the congregation is extending an invitation to the community to attend a reception for her on Sunday, 11/12 from 2 to 4 PM at Bethany Birches Camp on Lynds Hill Rd. All are welcome to attend and to enjoy light refreshments and time together.

Speaking of BBC, please note the message reprinted below:

Greetings dear friends.  

The annual benefit auction has come and gone. At our blog you can read a short report about raising more than $70,000 so that anyone can experience Bethany Birches affordably.  It’s not too late to give via the fund a need if you missed out on the action. Mark your calendar for September 28, 2024, for next year’s auction!

Next up: winter camp!  I was looking at enrollments the other day and for time of year, they are ahead of other years. I mention this because if you are hoping to send someone to a winter camp session, sign up this week to make sure you get the date(s) of your choice. 

You will hear more from Anna and the program team soon, but I am excited for some of the fall programming including:

• Internship schedule  
• Fall workday, at camp, lunch served (Oct 28 10am – 4pm… mark your calendars)
• High School and College Bible Study
• Announcement of summer camp 2024 dates – love when those drop!

Thanks for being a part of the BBC Community. 

Brandon “Tuna” Bergey
Executive Director
 

Plymouth Historical Society will host renowned historian and author Marty Podskoch on Sunday, October 29^th 2023 at 2:00PM at the Plymouth Community Center.

The Civilian Conservation Corps began on March 31, 1933 under President Roosevelt’s “New Deal” to relieve the poverty and unemployment of the Depression.  CCC camps were set up in many Vermont towns, state parks, and forests.  There were approximately 34 Vermont towns that contained camps, including, locally, Ludlow, Plymouth, Shrewsbury.  

Marty Podskoch is a retired teacher from New York and author of eleven books.  He is currently gathering information for future books on the Vermont CCC camps and the 68 camps in Massachusetts.  He is very interested in meeting individuals who may have CCC stories and photos to contribute to these books.  Please join us on Sunday, October 29^th to learn more about Vermont’s unique history and where remains still exist of some of these camps.

There is no admission fee, refreshments will be available.  A donation jar will be available to help defray costs.

Reprinted with permission from The Vermont Standard

10/15/23. 

Cool weather is heading our way and the wind has been making short work of the remaining leaves. Time to consider putting away the outdoor furniture and prepare for winter!  Check out the town website for the select board agenda for 10/16.

 I am sorry to say that the second home on Round Top road was destroyed by fire this past week, despite the wonderful efforts of our Plymouth Fire Dept and mutual aid from other depts that joined in the effort. I understand it was fully engaged before it was reported.

The book group will be discussing Lady Tan‘s Circle of Women on 10/18 at 6:30 PM via zoom. This book provides a look at Chinese culture and the role of women in the 15th century, including the ingenuity that allowed them to provide medical care to those in need.

The Plymouth Historical Society will be having an interesting presentation by Marty Podskoch on Sunday, 10/29 at 2 PM at the Plymouth Community Center. A retired teacher, and author of numerous books, he has been gleaning stories and collecting pictures about the civilian conservation corps  (CCC) camps established in 1933 in an attempt to increase employment and reduce poverty.  Camps were established in 34 Vermont towns. Come learn more about the trails, roads, cabins, etc that were constructed by the crews, some of which were in the Coolidge State forest in Plymouth. Join your friends and neighbors for a look back in time. Feel free to bring some goodies to share.

Tiffany and Chris I have told me that progress is being made a Camp Plymouth State. The following article in Vermont Digger provides great information.

https://vtdigger.org/2023/10/15/the-plymouth-12-stranded-in-a-flooded-state-park-ill-never-forget-it/Pretty Photos/Newsletter/Travel Life

Town of Plymouth, Vermont
Select Board – Regular Meeting

Monday, October 16, 2023 @ 6:00 PM
Municipal Building Meeting Room

Agenda
Topic: Plymouth Select Board Meeting
Time: October 16, 2023 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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1. Call Meeting to Order:
2. Consideration of Any Changes, Additions or Removals to Agenda:
3. Approve Meeting Minutes:
   a. September 18, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes
4. Question & Answer Session with Regard to the Municipal Building Project (15 mins allotted):
5. ARPA Grants:
6. Money Brook:
7. Review and Approve 2023 Post Flood Paving Project RFP
8. Mail and Warrants:
9. Other Business:
10. Possible Executive Session:
    a. Staffing conversation
11. Adjourn:

Event Description: Roadwork – Updated

TRAFFIC ALERT: VT 100A in Plymouth near Lynds Hill Rd is now OPEN to all traffic. One-way alternating during daytime for continued work.

Start Time Oct 9 2023, 6:00 AM

Anticipated End Time Oct 9 2023, 7:00 PM

Area Notification: Windsor County

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10/9/23

I was surprised to see a goodly number of leaves remaining Sunday despite the recent rain, but the wind today is bringing them down. Rather nippy, too, but still no frost. Neighbors tell me that a young bull moose has been seen in Tyson, so keep an eye out for him.

I spoke with folks at the Coolidge Homestead and apparently they had a fairly good turnout despite the wet weather. I hope the day-long closure of 100A near Lynds Hill on 10/9 did not keep folks from visiting there. The site will close on 10/22 for the season.

I spent some time at the tag sale on Sunday and enjoyed seeing both local folks and visitors to our area. Surprisingly, several people came from Texas. With temperature over 100 for most of the summer, they were even enjoying the rain. It was also nice to have the Historical Society there to open up their space – so much history there! Mark your calendar for a special program they are planning for Sunday, 10/29. Details to follow.

I also visited Chloe’s Market, the site of the former Plymouth Country Store. I heard a rumor that owner, Rick Martin named it after his dog. It is bright and shiny with all new accessories. Hannah Davidson is managing the place and her son, Harper was at the register. Grady Hilillard was also on hand to welcome customers. The gas price was quite reasonable, too. The store is closed on Mondays.

Event Description: Roadwork Closure – New

TRAFFIC ALERT: Monday Oct. 9th. VT100A near Lynds Hill Rd. in Plymouth, will be CLOSED to all traffic for culvert replacement. Closure planned to last from 6 am into early evening. Detour VT 100

Start Time Oct 9 2023, 6:00 AM
Anticipated End Time Oct 9 2023, 7:00 PM

Area Notification: Windsor County

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10/8/23

Quite a change in the weather!  It was so delightful to have some nice warm days last week, and the color really popped in most places. I was surprised to see a goodly number of leaves remaining despite the rain.

I spoke with folks at the Coolidge Homestead, and apparently they had a fairly good turnout despite the rain yesterday. Please know that they will be open this Monday, although they are usually closed on Mondays.

There is one wrinkle however, it appears that there will be road construction on 100A tomorrow, 10/9 and the road will actually be closed from what I understand.  Of course, you can still get there by continuing up route 100 to route 4, then picking up 100A from the Bridgewater end.

I spent some time at the tag sale and enjoyed seeing both local folks and visitors to our area. Not as much traffic as in some years, but still fun!

The Vermont Agency of Transportation (AOT) is using accelerated construction to replace Bridge No. 102 (and the failing culvert) on VT 100 in Tyson.

DATE: October 6, 2023

TRAFFIC IMPACT: Construction will occur Tuesday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. During operations next week, one-way alternating traffic will be managed by flaggers. The road will be open to two-way traffic outside of this work.

CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES: This week, wearing course paving occurred on Tuesday. Next week, the contractor will conduct line striping and paving driveway aprons in addition to the placement of shoulder aggregate. This will complete the project.

LOCATION: VT 100 in Tyson, 3.4 miles north of VT 103, before VT 100A.

PROJECTED COMPLETION: September, 2023

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