Mount Holly Newsflash- Thursday, September 2, 2021- morning edition

Mount Holly Newsflash - Thursday, September 2, 2021 - Morning edition The weather today in Mount Holly -A chance of rain before 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 64. Northwest wind 3 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Archived Newsflash emails can be read at: https://mthollynewsflash.blogspot.com OUR MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE IS RESCHEDULED FOR THIS WEEKEND!  Friday September 3rd & Saturday September 4th 9am to 3pm 323 CCC Road, Shrewsbury Rain or Shine Household items, games, assorted furniture, yard & garden tools, small appliances, hand-made craft items, kerosene lamps & parts, salamander heater, Kenmore electric dryer, Snapper snowblower w/electric start. And More!  Cash Only Sally Sally Deinzer sjdad3@gmail.com The Mount Holly Community Historical Museum will hold their annual baked ham dinner on Saturday, September 4th at 5PM at the Odd Fellows Hall in Belmont. Due to the increased spread of Covid-19, the Museum Board has decided to only do "take out"  However for the convenience of our patrons who wish to eat by the Odd Fellows Hall we will try to put  tables outside on the beach, weather permitting, socially distant and with only four settings per table. We apologize for this last minute change. Please be considerate of your neighbors and wear a mask. Because of this last minute change, we would appreciate it if everyone can spread the word. Not everyone gets the Mount Holly News Flash and we do not wish to disappoint anyone. The cost is $12 per adult and $6 for those under 12 years old. Call 259-2049 with any questions Stephen Michel 198 Maple Hill Road P.O. Box 67 Belmont, VT 05730 (H) 802-259-2049 (C) 917-593-8970 SteveM671@aol.com www.LinkedIn.com/in/StephenMichel         REGISTRATION IS OPEN     UVM Extension Community Horticulture Annual Conference   November 5 & 6, 2021   Register during the month of September for early bird pricing!     REGISTER NOW           The Garden as a Place of Collaboration, Stewardship and Connection   A conference for everyone who loves to garden in Vermont and beyond, providing advanced education for UVM Extension Master Gardeners and garden enthusiasts!   This year, an amazing lineup of speakers will teach about the indigenous agricultural practices and their application in today's gardens, how mycorrhizal fungi enhance plant health, mushroom foraging, heirloom plant cultivation, food resiliency, and how to develop community connections through gardens.   This conference will be virtual.            We hope you join us!  To view the schedule and learn more go to: go.uvm.edu/comhortconference       For Immediate Release Contact:  ralphcpace@gmail.com Note:  Sept. 14 will be the unveiling of this item; just thought it would make a great "mystery" item for you- photo attached! Caption to attached photo: What's the Big "Cover-Up" on Ludlow's Main Street? Have you seen this at the corner or Main and Elm Streets in Ludlow and wondered what it is, why is it there?  Well, you can learn the answers to these questions and what really is behind that covered up item on Tuesday, September 14 at 1 PM when the cover comes off!  Just plan on being at the corner of Main and Elm to witness the resolution of this mystery! Please note that the next concert is this FRIDAY, Sept. 3 at 5 pm outside the Meeting House! ** It's like Deja Vu....Remember the summer of 2020? Yeah, we do too, and it was great when everyone did their part and was a good neighbor to others at the concerts. We loved seeing all your masks! Let's do it again, but let's add delicious burgers (local beef, rolls and veggie toppings) and waffle fries this time! We are very excited for this partnership with the VFFC's Farmacy Project fundraiser (meals are $15 cash or credit card) and really looking forward to hearing the fantastic trio of Va et Vient! Everything is outdoors: music and food and you. Please plan to wear a mask if you are in the line at the food truck, close to others or going inside to use the restrooms. We can do this together! Also, if you have an abundance of cucs, zucchini, tomatoes, berries, etc. from your garden that you'd like to giveaway, feel free to bring them in a basket or box so others can grab some...You can put it down near the poster easel and we will announce that it's there for the taking, but you Must take that box or basket home with you when you leave. Thanks. Raindate is the next day: Saturday, Sept. 4 at 5 pm. Laissez le bon temps rouler!

Mount Holly Newsflash- Wednesday, September 1, 2021- morning edition

Mount Holly Newsflash - Wednesday, September 1, 2021 - Morning edition The weather today in Mount Holly -A chance of rain after 3pm. Cloudy, with a high near 66. Northwest wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Archived Newsflash emails can be read at: https://mthollynewsflash.blogspot.com The Mount Holly Community Historical Museum will hold the annual baked ham dinner on Saturday, September 4th at 5 p.m. at the hall in Belmont. ** This meal will only be  offered as a "take out" . The cost is $12, and $6 for those under 12 years of age. Those vaccinated will have inside access to pickup their meal, and others will have a meal brought outside to them. Call 259-2460 with any questions.      ***YARD SALE*** Sunday and Monday, September 5 & 6    *at 68 Tiffany Road, Belmont* Is anyone missing a cat as on the photo? It was at 533 Straight Road last night at 1:30 AM. Contact tabolalek@gmail.com

Mount Holly Newsflash- Tuesday, August 31, 2021- morning edition

Mount Holly Newsflash - Tuesday, August 31, 2021 - Morning edition The weather today in Mount Holly -Mostly sunny, with a high near 73. West wind 2 to 10 mph. Archived Newsflash emails can be read at: https://mthollynewsflash.blogspot.com Small remote cabin available Oct 1 suitable for 2 only.  Wood stove, washer/dryer, screened in porch. Yearly lease, excellent references needed, first & last w/damage deposit.  $750/mo. Email only: dmq40@vermontel.net dedicated to providing a local alternative to commercially produced factory food   We'll Be Done in 3 Weeks! We will be finished with FRESH chicken in just 3 short weeks, can you believe it?!  Seems like we just started.  We are seeing more and more folks here on Wednesday, so join all the cool kids and stop by to get yours! And don't forget about our chicken processing special, where you can save .75/lb for an unbagged fresh chicken.  From our chill tank to your bag or cooler.  Cut them up for pieces and parts and get your freezers stocked for the long winter months!  You can thank us later :) CHICKEN PROCESSING SPECIAL:  Purchase unbagged fresh chickens from our chill tank to your bag and/or cooler.  Unbagged chicken are $4.50/lb (you'll  save .75/lb!). If you are interested in taking advantage of our unbagged special, you must reserve your chickens in advance. Drop us an email (please do NOT respond to this email) no later than Wednesday at 9:00am, and let us know how many you'd like to reserve. Your reserved unbagged chicken must be picked up at our farm stand Wednesday, September 1st between 12:00 & 5:00. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN BAG (or cooler, stockpot, etc.) FOR TRANSPORTING YOUR CHICKEN HOME. Bagged chickens will be available for purchase at our farm stand after 12:00 on Wednesday. Bagged price is $5.25/lb. Our farm stand is located at 1966 Healdville Road in Mount Holly and is open 7 days a week from 12:00 - 6:00.  We look forward to seeing you!   Plew Farm 1966 Healdville Road     Mount Holly, Vermont  05758 www.plewfarm.com Farm stand open 7 days a week ... 12:00pm - 6:00pm   802.259.2250 plewfarm@gmail.com   Vermont Home Gardener   Garden Health & Seed Saving   The rainy weeks of August have promoted plant diseases, weeds, and some pests.  As harvesting of onions, potatoes, tomatoes, and other vegetables continues it's important to practice prevention to limit damage from plant pests and diseases to our hard-earned harvests.  While harvesting veggies, herbs, and flowers is the best part of gardening, don't overlook another crop you might want to gather… seeds for next year.  If you've grown peas, beans, tomatoes, or lettuce these are the easiest to save and assure you will have good seeds for next year.  There are many advantages to saving your own seeds and it's very satisfying to see your plants through from generation to generation.  Sort of like your botanical grandchildren.  It's also time to harvest some herbs like basil and dill seeds, plant some more salad greens (but not bulbs or garlic yet) and learn about a new way to identify wildflowers and weeds.     Read the full article and subscribe for free at VermontHomeGardener.com