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Today's Forecast: Areas of fog before 9am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. Southwest wind around 3 mph.
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Kesha Ram Hinsdale,Vermont Senate Majority Leader, recently sent out a notice that Vermont's August 11 Primary Election ballot requests continue to trail an already historically low turnout cycle. Absentee ballot requests are only one measure of voter participation. Many Vermonters vote early in person at their town clerk's office or wait until Election Day. But with only two weeks left before the primary, these numbers suggest turnout could once again reach historic lows unless more voters make a plan to participate. Whether you vote absentee, cast your ballot early at your town clerk's office, or vote on Tuesday, August 11, the important thing is to make a plan. If you've requested an absentee ballot, remember that in many communities you can drop it off directly at your town clerk's office instead of mailing it. For polling locations, sample ballots, and additional voting information, visit vote.vermont.gov. Marcy Tanger |
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Please spread the word....Shrewsbury's own Jon Lorentz is returning to the neighborhood with his jazz quartet!6 pm August 7 at the Shrewsbury Meetinghouse, 88 Lottery RdFood begins at 5:30 from the Wellness Cafe of Rutland.Cash, check or Venmo at the door. ANY amount appreciated. All $ goes to support the musicians and the historic Meetinghouse. We move indoors if it is rainy. For more info, follow this FB page or email singtolive57@gmail.com, text 802-558-2708 Here's more on Jonathan Lorentz:This will be the Shrewsbury-raised saxophonist's first performance in the area in over 10 years. Tenor saxophonist Jonathan "Lockjaw" Lorentz leads a powerhouse quartet that includes Tom Robinson (piano), Brendan "Low End" Dowd (upright bass) and Tim Gilmore (drums). Their set is high energy, blues-infused, and full of improvisation.Raised in Shrewsbury, Jonathan spent his early years playing with his hometown Muddy Rhodes Blues Band, while learning jazz from Rutland area educators Glenn Giles and Bear Irwin. Lorentz later moved to NYC, where he studied with Lenny Pickett, Frank Foster and George Garzone, and played venues ranging from Smalls to CBGB'S, Radio City, the Bitter End, and the Blue Note. He earned international radio play and acclaim for his album Borderlands (Métier Jazz), for which Fanfare magazine stated "Lorentz has really got it: a great style, an explorative mind, and a concept that goes beyond the usual fare you hear from jazz groups." Lorentz says that he's "On top of the world excited to return home to play. Vermont is such a fantastic place, maybe even a state-of-mind. I have so many great memories of music and musicians there, and getting to know the community. I'm still inspired by experiences like hearing Tito Puente at Discover Jazz, Dave Brubeck in Rutland, the Basie Band outside at Pico, trumpeter Dave Ellis at Killington, and catching Billy Comstock (Sr), Ace Leonard, and Pete Giancola around town. I even heard the JGB at a wedding up north! I'm honored to have been a small part of the scene over the years, playing Radio Bean, sitting-in with Sandra Wright, late nights in Burlington, Mojazz in Wilmington, Pink's in Manchester, 51 in Middlebury, playing on the Killington Access Road with Joey Leone, or Center Street Alley with Steve Audsley. One of my most memorable gigs was indoors at the Shrewsbury Library with Muddy Rhodes (Tom "Bout Right" Mitchell, Dirk "Blind Boy" Thomas, Paul "Thudd" Sgalia, and Mark "Catfish" Hamilton). It was hot, and the bookshelves must have been pushed to the sides of the room, because people were dancing!" |
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A MidSummer Night's Salsa Invites Community to Dance in the Streets of Proctorsville PROCTORSVILLE, Vt. — On Saturday, August 8, the heart of Proctorsville will come alive with Latin music, dancing, local food, and community connection during A MidSummer Night's Salsa, an outdoor celebration hosted by Planet Axis and SuperRoasted at 73 Depot Street from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. For one summer evening, Depot Street will be closed to traffic and transformed into an open-air dance floor under the stars. The idea for the event grew out of the community block party held following the devastating floods of 2023. "The last time we celebrated together in the street was after the 2023 floods," said Wendy Reynolds of Planet Axis. "It was a difficult time, but we came together to celebrate what makes this community so special. That evening reminded us how important it is to gather, connect, and support one another. We don't need a tragedy to remember that we're neighbors, friends, members of the same community, and ultimately, all part of the same planet.” The inspiration for a salsa celebration came from fellow Planet Axis organizer Stefan Beaumont, who has been taking dance lessons in Rutland with Embodied Arts by Rix. "I kept thinking what a fun and unexpected way this would be to bring people together," Beaumont said. "Dance has a way of breaking down barriers. You don't need experience—you just need a willingness to have fun and connect with the people around you." The evening begins with a beginner-friendly salsa lesson from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m., taught by Julia and Jano Rix of Embodied Arts by Rix. The lesson is designed for complete beginners while offering plenty of enjoyment for experienced dancers as well. Following the class, the street will become a lively social dance featuring Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue until 9:30 p.m. Designed to celebrate culture, movement, and community, A MidSummer Night's Salsa welcomes participants of all ages and experience levels. Whether attending with family, friends, or arriving solo, everyone is invited to enjoy an unforgettable summer evening filled with music, dancing, and connection. Local food vendor Moon and Stars VT will serve freshly prepared corn arepas and empanadas made with locally grown ingredients, while SuperRoasted will offer coffee, beverages, snacks, and sweet treats throughout the evening. Complimentary water and seltzer will be available for dancers, and locally crafted salsa and hot sauce will also be available for purchase. Organizers are also making sustainability part of the celebration by hosting the event as a plastic-free gathering. Guests are encouraged to bring reusable water bottles, cups, or utensils. As a thank-you for supporting environmentally friendly practices, attendees who bring reusable items will receive a complimentary ice cream ticket. A suggested donation of $20 helps support the event, although contributions of any amount are welcome. Children 12 and under attend free, making the celebration accessible for families and the entire community. Whether you're taking your very first salsa steps or you're an experienced social dancer, A MidSummer Night's Salsa promises an evening of joyful movement, vibrant culture, delicious local food, and meaningful community connection. Advance donations and event registration are available at:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/a-midsummer-nights-salsa |
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Today's Forecast: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. Northwest wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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I'm looking for moving boxes. Please let me know if I can pick some up from you.
leahknoll@yahoo.com
908-256-3912 |
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Ay, it's Friday! And we are ready for the weekend — how 'bout you?! Last weekend we welcomed Carly, our 2,000th farm stand customer for 2026. Wow. We feel the love, and we feel blessed that so many of you choose to shop with us. Thank you, thank you, thank you! BIG NEWS: Open Farm Day is NEXT Saturday, August 8th, 12:00 - 5:00 — and we cannot wait. Weather permitting. Vermont Open Farm Week is happening at farms all across the state, and it's your chance to meet the farmers, plants, and animals behind your favorite Vermont products. Right here at Plew Farm, that means farm tours, animals to meet, farm stand shopping, and Goodman's American Pie firing up their famous wood-fired pizzas — topped with our very own wood-smoked chicken. Yes, really. Email or call us to reserve your slice (we need to know how much food to prepare!): 🎟️ $10 ticket — 1 slice of pizza, drink, sweet treat, farm tour + 10% off farm stand shopping
🎟️ $15 ticket — 2 slices of pizza, drink, sweet treat, farm tour + 10% off farm stand shopping Now, about this weekend... Sweet corn is BACK on Saturday, folks, and we can't wait. It sold out immediately last weekend, so get here early — this is not a drill. Fresh baked bread, baked treats, and ice cream are all waiting to satisfy your sweet tooth. And don't forget a bottle of maple syrup while you're at it — trust us, it's incredible drizzled over a bowl of ice cream. Fresh chicken is still here. Still fresh. Still delicious. What are you waiting for?! We've got a whole farm stand full of amazing local goodies just waiting for you. Stop by this weekend and see what's new — we'll be open 12-5 and counting down the days to Open Farm Day with you. |
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VISIT OUR WEBSITE Stock the pantry with what actually matters: our wood-fired, award-winning maple syrup. Our online shop never closes — 24/7, wherever you are. Kitchen counter, office desk, carpool line at 3pm. We won't tell. Stock up today and we'll ship it straight to your door. |
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Plew Farm1966 Healdville Rd, Mount Holly, VT 05758
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Farm stand open Wednesdays through Sundays from 12:00 - 5:00. 802-259-2250 |
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We want to thank all the Mount Holly folks who came out last night to Music on the Green and moved inside with us for the music. It was an incredibly intimate and special night for us- thanks to all of you. Gratefully, to this great community, The Bunty Station Band And, a really special thanks to Jeb Porter who makes our giant ensemble sound listenable. Thank You, Jeb!!!!!! |
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Hi friends!
The Shrewsbury Historical Society is seeking all those nice but no longer used items for the tag sale fundraiser on Saturday.
- We are looking for antique, collectibles, household items, interesting curiosities.
Also, if you would like to bake a batch of cookies, brownies, or other for the bake sale, we welcome those donations too!
Volunteers are available to pick up your items on Friday or they can be dropped off on Friday afternoon at the Museum.
Thanks for your contributions!
(and please share this email with others you think might like to contribute 😊)
Laura Black
802-770-2084 |
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Garden To Do List (7/31 - 8/7):
- Harvest garlic (dig, don't pull!) Lay out bulbs with tops in shade to dry.
- Control slugs & snails with traps, hand picking, or baits.
- Deadhead old blossoms of geraniums, petunias, marigolds, zinnias to get more flowers.
For details about "how to" click on the above links or go to Vermont Home Gardener.
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Today's Forecast: Showers, mainly before 11am. High near 67. North wind 5 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
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Vermont Monarch Butterfly Bioblitz
Starting this week!
Have you seen Monarch Butterflies around this summer? Help us monitor Monarchs! The annual Vermont Mission Monarch Blitz (July 31 to August 15, 2026) starts soon and I hope you can visit a patch of milkweed nearby you. This easy and anyone can do it!
Visit https://val.vtecostudies.org/missions/vermont-mission-monarch-blitz/ and learn more. |
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REMINDER: Music on the Green (Belmont) –this Thursday 7/30- 6:30 pm- will be rain or shine. Join the Band at our wonderful library stage with great acoustics and a room full of enthusiasm- if it is too wet to play outside. Seating will be available for all...............and the show must go on! The evening will feature the annual return of Bunty Station- an acoustic "Americana" Band from Mt. Holly, Ohio, New Jersey and Florida Pack a picnic, bring the kids, put on our Dancin' shoes...and c'mon down to The Green for a frolic.... ..... |
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FOLA Announces Three Major October Events in Ludlow
Jim Alic, Chairman of FOLA (Friends of Ludlow Auditorium), announced that they had established October dates for three major events: a special VSO concert, a jazz band and dancing, and a special candidates' forum.
On Saturday, Oct. 17 at 7 PM, the Enerjazz orchestra will return to the auditorium to provide its jazz and popular music numbers. The group, made of great musicians, will offer a number of old-timer and current musical treats that will be loved by the audience. In addition, its musical treats, the Enerjazz orchestra will provide music for dancing.
On the following day, Sunday, Oct. 18 at 2 PM, FOLA has arranged with VSO, the Vermont Symphony Orchestra, to present a woodwind concert. A woodwind quartet from the VSO, will present a variety of classical music pieces accentuated by the music of the woodwinds.
Opening the October auditorium presentations by FOLA will be the annual candidates' forum, on Thursday, Oct. 15 at 7 PM. The forum will present the candidates seeking the Windsor County Senate seats in Montpelier, along with the local candidates seeking the House seat from the area. The event will be led by a moderator who will address questions to the panel.
All of these events are free to all who wish to attend. Donations are appreciated to help FOLA continue presenting future events.
For information on these events, call 802-855-8896. |
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