Plymouth Community Spaghetti Dinner: Sunday, April 22

Posted on 04/14/2018 by The Plymouth Press

Come celebrate the end of winter with your friends and neighbors at the Plymouth Community Dinner – put on by the friendly ladies of the Tyson Ladies Aid.  It’s time to thaw out, renew friendships, share a meal, laugh and start the spring off with even more of a smile!!! The menu includes spaghetti, meatballs, salad, bread, desserts, and beverage (coffee, tea, water, punch).

This is a FREE event but if you would like to make a donation, money collected will be equally divided between the Plymouth Memory Tree and the Gill Home New Van fund.

So, join us at the Plymouth Town Hall between 5 – 7 pm  on Sunday, April 22 to join the feast and your neighbors.  So that we can plan for the amount of food we will need, reservations are required.  Please call:  Narda at 484-7859 or Janine at 228-8764 to make reservations.

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Yoga Classes Resume; Community Luncheon Scheduled — Margo’s Plymouth Report

Posted on 04/09/2018 by The Plymouth Press

Reprinted by permission of The Vermont Standard

“Hey, look! It snowed!”

4/8/18

Since it was still light after dinner on Sunday, Tom and I took a walk in the brisk air and watched the pink hues stretch across the sky. Barely an hour later as I am writing this column, snow is beginning to coat the deck. I want to yell, “enough!” Flurries overnight on Friday added up to almost 6 inches, which was a rude awakening on Saturday morning. I will admit that it was beautiful the way it glistened in the sunlight, but like most folks, I am done with winter and ready for spring!

I don’t seem to have much news this week. I imagine that things are going on, so perhaps I am simply not tuning in. There will be a Community Luncheon in the Community Room at Tyson Church on Thursday, 4/19. Beef stew, salad, rolls, and a dessert to be determined. It begins at 11:30 and all are welcome. Trying to seek out some local musical talent to liven up the gathering. Get in touch if you know someone!

I didn’t see the announcement in time for last week, but yoga classes with Diana Rose Plumley are back at the Community Center on Sunday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30. All levels are welcome and the cost is $12 per class or 4 for $40. For more info you can call 802-345-9435 or email DianaRoseYoga@gmail.com

It is time for some of our local business owners to take a break. Although the Inn itself is opening for guests, the restaurant at the Echo Lake Inn is closed. The Inn at Water’s Edge is closed at this time.

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President Coolidge Historic Site Seeks Volunteer Help — Margo’s Plymouth Report

Posted on 04/02/2018 by The Plymouth Press

Reprinted by permission of The Vermont Standard

Spring lambs visit Tyson Congregational Church for Easter services, 2018

4/1/18

I hope that everyone had a wonderful Easter. The early morning drizzle didn’t last long and it was nice that the sun appeared to brighten up the day. It was wonderful to see so many people at Tyson Church for Resurrection Sunday. As an added treat, organist, Terry DeYoung brought in two, one week old lambs – dressed in diapers and onsies! Their mom did not survive, so she needs to feed them often. The youngsters enjoyed them, but so did the rest of us!

I understand that there will be a musical performance on Monday, 4/9 at 7:00 PM at the North Universalist Chapel. This concert is a fundraiser for the Yoh Theater Scotland trip, so donations will be accepted at the door. This trip will include several folks from Plymouth – Anna Hepler, Julia Kowalski and Eve Cole are the Plymouth students, and Ian Dupont and Naomi Moyer will be chaperoning.

There is a request for volunteer help at the Coolidge Homestead. Docents are needed, so anyone enthusiastic about history and willing to spend some time chatting with visitors about president Coolidge should contact Diane Kemble, Education Director, Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation at education@coolidgefoundation.org or call 802-324-9465. Help is needed to staff the schoolhouse on Summer and Fall Thursdays and Saturdays from 1-3 p.m. as well as on special event days.

There is also a need for volunteers to lead Coolidge Site History Exploration visits with students, their parents and teachers. Most school visits are between mid-May and mid-June and September through October, usually between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Orientation and materials are provided. Consider lending a hand!

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Easter Week Services Schedule; Plymouth Students Inducted into National Honor Society — Margo’s Plymouth Report

Posted on 03/26/2018 by The Plymouth Press

Reprinted by permission of The Vermont Standard

The Rev. Margo Marrone will retire from serving as pastor of the Tyson Congregational Church with the close of Easter Sunday Worship Services this week. (Photo: Easter, 2017)

3/26/18

Glorious sunshine – how it heals and refreshes me. I hope that it does the same for you. The aroma of sap turning into syrup wafts through the air. The ice in the holding tank is breaking up and the precious liquid is being transformed. Tis the season in more ways than one!

Congratulations to recent National Honor Society inductees Anna Hepler, Julia Kowalski, and Lonnie Ennis’ grandson, Matt Ennis. We have a wonderful mix of young people and it is nice to acknowledge their accomplishments. Feel free to send me their stories.

Thanks to Sue Poirier for offering CPR training for the Fire Dept. Also, much appreciation for those willing to learn these important skills.

As usual we had an interesting book discussion at the Reading Group last week. We don’t always share the same opinion, but it is fun to hear different perspectives and the varying experiences folks have had that relate to the books. This next time we are reading something light, “The Little Old Lady Who Broke All the Rules” By Catharina Ingelman-Sundberg. We will meet on 4/26 to discuss it.

Don’t forget to enjoy wonderful baked goods prepared by Tyson Ladies Aid that will be on sale between 10 and noon on Friday, 4/30 in the Shaw’s Plaza in Ludlow. Funds raised go to numerous community projects.

I understand that volunteers are being sought to help at Bethany Birches Camp this coming summer. A couple of areas of need are medical help and kitchen assistance. Food and lodging is provided. Contact Amber at amber@bethanybirches.org or call the camp office (802-672-5220) with questions.

Well, this will be my final week of ministry at Tyson Congregational Church. It has been a privilege to serve there and to minister to the community at large. We will have our Maundy Thursday supper (5:00 PM) and service (6:00 PM) as part of Holy Week. Plans have been made to decorate our large wooden Cross with flowers again this year to help us remember that new life springs forth on Resurrection Sunday.

I will still be part of the community and plan to continue writing this column, so send me your news!

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Yoga resumes in May at The Community Center

Posted on 03/23/2018 by lskaskiw

Yoga class will start up again in May at The Plymouth Community Center.

Classes are held Sunday mornings at 10:30am, all levels are welcome.

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Tyson Ladies Aid Annual Easter Bake Sale

Posted on 03/22/2018 by The Plymouth Press

The Ladies Aid Easter Bake Sale raises money for scholarships, Tyson Library, and local aid.

Want to wow the family with a fabulous pie, cake, bread, cookie, or confection? Let the Ladies of Tyson help you with your holiday meals !  Come on down to Shaw’s Plaza on Friday, April 30th between 10 – 12.  See all the above and more that these Ladies offer for sale.   All proceeds of the sale go towards high school scholarships (Black River and Woodstock), running the historical free Tyson Library and supporting various other community charities.

We’re hoping to run out early so come on over for the best pick of the most luscious, appetizing selection of baked goodies and treats that even the Easter Bunny will envy.  AND you’ll have a great time picking out your favorite piece of goodness while helping to support your community.

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License your dog by April 1

Posted on 03/22/2018 by The Plymouth Press

From Sandie Small, Town Clerk

Please do not forget to license your dog by April 1, 2018. It is a State of Vermont requirement; but even more than that, it provides us with an avenue to return your pet should he or she become lost. It also helps the Town identify those animals that reside in Plymouth.

The cost for a license is $9 if your dog is neutered, and $13 if your dog is not neutered. If you register your dog after April 1, there is a late fee: $2 if your dog is neutered and $4 if your dog is not neutered.

That said, because our priority is to have your dog licensed, so he can be returned to you should he decide to go out on his own on an adventure, the Town Office will give our residents until Tuesday, May 1, to register without any penalty.

Any questions, just give the Town Office a call – 672-3655.

 

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Planning and Zoning Meeting Rescheduled; Community Luncheon Success — Margo’s Plymouth Report

Posted on 03/21/2018 by The Plymouth Press

Reprinted by permission of The Vermont Standard

Justine Jeffrey and Mary-Anne Boyce getting jiggy at the Community Luncheon.

3/18/18

I hope that everyone has been soaking up the lovely weekend sunshine, at least from indoors if not outside in the cold! Looks like that other predicted snow storm will miss us. I am not disappointed….

Jim Hasson and Ken Harmon enjoy music by Sue Hunt and Adam Boyce at the Community Luncheon.

Thanks to everyone who assisted with and attended the Community Luncheon last Thursday. Thanks to Tom at the Echo Lake Inn for assisting with walkways. Delicious food, wonderful music, and lots of socializing. Jim Hasson and Ken Harmon teamed up to sing with Adam and Sue.  The hope is to gather again in April. How would you like to help this time? Let me know.

This Thursday is the Reading Group at 6:30 at the Community Center. This time we read Paper Love: Searching for the Girl My Grandfather Left Behind By Sarah Wildman. It was interesting to learn about the struggles and resiliency of folks in occupied countries and those who came to US during the Holocaust years. Even if you haven’t read this book, join us and help to choose the next one!

I understand that the Planning and Zoning meeting for 3/13/2018 had to be cancelled due to weather. The next meeting will be 7:00pm on Tuesday, April 3, 2018. Work will continue work on Town Plan. The public is encouraged to attend and have input.

As many publications note property changes, we plan to do the same. The latest one is. 881 Johnson Farm Rd: David Cederlund Trust to Benjamin & Deborah Poole: $565,000.

Some folks may know Judy and Paul Nevins from Mt Holly, whose home was severely damaged by fire last Thursday. Both Paul and Judy were teachers at the Plymouth Elementary School many years ago. More to come on how best to assist them. Thanks to Jeff Sailer and Tom for taking the tanker over to assist with mutual aid.

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Annual Community Tag Sale Scheduled for Memorial Day Weekend — Margo’s Plymouth Report

Posted on 03/13/2018 by The Plymouth Press

Reprinted by permission of The Vermont Standard

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Correction!

Posted on 03/08/2018 by The Plymouth Press

We provided the wrong date for the pre-St Patrick’s Day Community Luncheon in Margo’s Plymouth Report published yesterday. It will be held on Thursday, but the date is March 15, not March 14 as reported.

The location is correct: the luncheon will be held in the Community Room of Tyson Church at 11:00AM. Come enjoy  a boiled dinner with salad and a special dessert. Entertainment by Adam Boyce and his friend Merv who will provide some lively music!

No charge, but donations are accepted. Come join the fun and meet and greet your neighbors.

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