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Today's Forecast: Sunny, with a high near 70. Southwest wind 6 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
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TOWN CEMETERY VOLUNTEER NEEDED We are looking for a volunteer(s) to mow the Mount Holly Cemetery on Turnpike Road. If interested, please contact me with a message at 802-259-2460 or ddevereux@vermontel.net for a site visit. Mount Holly Town Cemetery Commissioners: Dennis Devereux Paul Nevin Chester Gates, Jr. |
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Jack Jacob of Wise Oak tree service addressed a recent meeting of the Ludlow Rotary Club
Jack Jacob is an arborist and lawn maintenance expert from South Londonderry who spoke to the Rotary Club about the loss of many tree species, such as Ash, American Chestnut and Elm Trees. There is also a Beech bark disease attacking local Beech trees.
A major issue facing the Northeast is the Emerald ash borer, a native of SE Asia, where there are natural controls, attacking ash trees. The first population was found in Michigan in 2002. The damage is concentrated in New England and the Midwest because of its weather conditions and large population of ash trees. The disease does not discriminate between young versus old or sick versus healthy trees.
Moving firewood is a huge problem in terms of spreading diseases. Monocultures are also a problem. Ash tree removal is the best option for larger stands because chemical treatment is too expensive for broad application at $400 to $500 per tree. Trees must be removed before they are dead to protect any arborist who must climb the tree to remove it. Rotarians had many questions for Jacob as he ended his talk.
The LRC meets Tuesdays for lunch in Ludlow. The LRC is small and is always looking to welcome new members. If you would like to attend a meeting and learn how you may 'Serve Humanity' while enjoying the fun and fellowship of others, please contact any Rotarian or drop a note to Ludlow Rotary, PO Box 216, Ludlow, Vermont. |
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May movie is Saturday 5/16 @ 7 pm"Sherpa" a beautifully shot documentary about the life and people of the MT Everest region of Nepal
Mount Holly Town Library
26 Maple Hill Road
Belmont, VT 05730
802.259.3707 |
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Hi Folks, Another month and it is time to put together another Chit Chat. I hope you will be enjoying this coming weekend with a nice taste of the Summer that is to come our way. Sure is nice to see the splashes of green and even the yellow of the dandelions with touches of white/blue of the May flowers all over the lawn. The deadline is Friday May 22nd by 6:00 pm, it is the Memorial Day weekend so the paper will go to print on Tuesday May 26th and be in the mail on May 27th. Please have all articles, announcements, advertisements and any other item you wish to share with our community to me by the 22nd. I look forward to hearing from you. Happy Memorial Day, Diana Garrow 802-259-2314 chitchat@vermontel.net www.mounthollyvt.org
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👋 Please post this terrific job for a new, fabulous 🧡 friend of ours, Chef Bevin Lore! If you have not been to the HUB...Wait no longer! A culinary departure awaits.... https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c71de38b0401d078
Appreciations, Lisa Donohue, MA, LMT Thrive Center
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Today's Forecast: A chance of rain showers before 2pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 56. Northeast wind 1 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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It's Friday — and the sun is coming Hello there! We've had some much-needed rain and chilly weather here at the farm this week, but the forecast is turning. Starting tomorrow, warmer temps and sunny skies are on the way — a great excuse to get outside and come see us. What's happening on the farm Our second batch of meat birds arrived this week and is settling in nicely. The laying hens are out and about scratching for bugs and fresh grass, and eggs are plentiful — stop by and grab a dozen or two! The pastures are growing fast, and the cattle will be heading out of the big red barn very soon. Skip the garden center markup and stop paying $10.00/bale — we've got mulch hay bales are available right here at the farm for $5.00/bale. Great for all your landscaping and gardening needs this season. At the farm stand this weekend Freshly baked bread and homemade goodies will be on hand Saturday — these sell out fast, so shop early if you want to score some! Our Wilcox ice cream selection is full. Many flavors to choose from — grab a pint (or two) for the weekend. Wonder what's for dinner? Our top sellers this week have been ground beef (think burgers, chili, or meatloaf), hot Italian sausage (pasta night or pizza topping), and london broil (marinade and grill). Something for everyone. You'll also find the fridge stocked with yogurt, apple cider, butter, cheese, salad greens, and spinach. So much deliciousness all in one spot! We're open Saturday and Sunday, 12:00–5:00 and can't wait to see you. Stop in and say hi! 1966 Healdville Road, Mount Holly, VT
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VISIT OUR WEBSITE Can't Get Enough Maple? Neither can we! The good news: our website never sleeps — so you don't have to wait to stock up. Syrup, almonds, candy, cream, sugar — it's all there, anytime the craving hits. From our Vermont sugar house straight to your table. You click, we ship. Done. |
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Plew Farm1966 Healdville Rd, Mount Holly, VT 05758
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Farm stand open Thursdays through Sundays from 12:00 - 5:00. 802-259-2250 |
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Vermont Home Gardener A reminder of what you can do this week Garden To Do List (5/15 - 5/22):
- Harvest spring rhubarb for freezing & cooking. (Pull, don't cut!)
- Feed young garlic with liquid fertilizer.
- Mulch raspberries, blueberries, fruit trees.
- Sow (more) peas, carrots, kale, beets, arugula, onion sets.
- Move hardy flowers (geranium, pansy, fuchsia) outdoors.
- Make liquid biofertilizer from new growth weeds like bishops weed, garlic mustard, & dandelions.
For details about "how to" click on the above links or go to Vermont Home Gardener.
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Today's Forecast: Showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 3pm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. High near 53. Southeast wind around 6 mph becoming east in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
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Town of Mount Holly 13th May 2026 TRANSFER STATION UPDATE Due to misuse of Transfer Station facilities, risking fines for the Town, the Select Board is making the following changes: With immediate effect: the burn pile will be closed, no further materials can be added to it. From July 1st: scrap metal and construction waste (C&D) will no longer be accepted. From July 1st, the only waste accepted will be zero sort recyclables, bagged household trash and recyclable electronics. REMINDER: Payment is by sticker only, available for purchase at the Mount Holly Town Office. CASH IS NOT ACCEPTED at the Transfer Station. Sticker prices for trash: 30 gallon bag or smaller: 1 sticker Contractor bag: 3 stickers |
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Do you like ticks? Nah, I didn't think so!
Did you know you can help control the tick population on your property by getting rid of a very unhelpful invasive species - Japanese Barberry. Read more here: https://www.vtinvasives.org/invasive/barberry-japanese
We've had some success in tackling this pretty but persistent plant pest, and would like to share our experience with interested neighbors in Mt Holly and neighboring towns . If you'd like to learn more about how to recognize and get rid of japanese barberry, please join me for a short walk in the woods next Sunday. We'll be mainly on trails - but still good come dressed prepared for wading through a few thorny shrubs. I'm happy to point out and discuss other invasive too to those who are interested! We'll finish by 5 pm - possibly earlier.
What: Forest walk, talk and demonstration on dealing with Japanese barberry (and other invasive plants).
Where: 892 Tarbellville Rd, Belmont, VT (aka Reinbow Riding Center)
When: Sunday 17 May, 4 pm
Please RVSP to alexandra.yuster@gmail.com or via text to 802 855 1857 to help me keep track of who's coming!
Alex Yuster
Mount Holly Conservation Commission
VT Coverts April '25 |
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Community Health Tip - Know How to Do a Tick Check Because Tick Season is HERE!
Rutland, VT –Tick bites and tick-related issues are most commonly reported in the spring and fall. When you spend time outdoors or have pets that go outdoors, be proactive and learn how to check your clothing and pets for ticks, the tiny black parasites that attach to the skin and can transmit diseases.
According to the Vermont Health Department, Addison County had the highest density of adult ticks and Rutland County had the highest density of nymph ticks reported. This is significant because ticks in the nymph life stage are tiny (less than 2 mm) and difficult to see, and they may be able to feed on human hosts longer, increasing the likelihood of tick-bite illness.
KNOW THE SYMPTOMS OF TICK-RELATED ILLNESSES
Lyme disease is the most common tick-bite illness in Vermont, followed by anaplasmosis and then babesiosis which have increased significantly over the last ten years.
After a tick bite, watch for symptoms for 30 days. Symptoms may include fever, chills, headache, joint pain, muscle aches, fatigue, or a rash. Most people with Lyme disease will have a rash that starts as redness near the tick bite area and can sometimes grow to look like a bull's-eye.
Unlike Lyme disease, anaplasmosis does not commonly cause a rash. The most common symptoms reported in Vermont residents with anaplasmosis include fever, malaise, muscle aches, chills and headaches.
Babesiosis is caused by an infection by a microscopic blood parasite carried by ticks. Many people who have been infected with Babesia do not experience any symptoms however, 70% of cases reported to the Health Department are in Vermonters 55 years of age or older and have occurred in residents of Bennington, Rutland, Windsor and Windham counties.
PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY
Some ticks are so small that they can be difficult to see, so it's important to take preventive measures:
Use a chemical repellent wth DEET permethrin or picaridin
Wear light-colored protective clothng
Tuck pant legs into socks
Avoid tick-infested areas such as tall grass, leaf litter or shrbs
Check yourself, your children and pets daily for ticks and carefully remove any ticks you find
Contact your Community Health provider if you develop any symptoms, and tell them about a recent tick bite, when it occurred, and your outdoor activities. Some tick bite illnesses can be treated with a short course of antibiotics. Most people who begin treatment early on fully recover. |
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