Mount Holly Newsflash 5/3/2023

View in browser Mount Holly Newsflash Today's forecast: Rain showers before 2pm, then showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 47. Southeast wind 2 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Archived Newsflash emails can be read at: https://mthollynewsflash.blogspot.com Mount Holly Newsflash Mount Holly, Vermont United States of America You received this email because you signed up on our website.

Mount Holly Newsflash 5/1/2023

View in browser Mount Holly Newsflash Today's forecast: Rain before 7am, then a chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 54. Southwest wind 10 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible. Archived Newsflash emails can be read at: https://mthollynewsflash.blogspot.com MOUNT HOLLY CONSERVATION COMMISSION Regular Meeting Agenda Note date is May 2 not May 4 Time: Tuesday, May 2, 2023@ 7:00pm In Person Location: Community Room Town Library Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83466472557?pwd=ZDVXSHdFaGxXQ3htb2... Meeting ID: 834 6647 2557 Passcode: 021998 One tap mobile +13126266799,,83466472557#,,,,*021998# US (Chicago) +16469313860,,83466472557#,,,,*021998# US • Approve Agenda • Review and Approve Minutes from March 7, 2023 • Treasurers Report (Fra Devine) • Ongoing programs • Star Lake Update (Phil Leonard) • Biodiversity Survey (Jim Corven) • Inventories (Fra. DeVine) • Recreational Options in Mount Holly ( Dave Martin) • Ash Tree protection (Phil Crane, Dave Martin) • Chit Chat 2023( Susan Presson). Suggest report on ASH Borer Mitigation • Other and New Business • Public Outreach Initiatives • TBD • Adjourn The SHREWSBURY SINGERS are singing again! We'll be singing on Sunday mornings from 9:00am-10:30am at the Russellville Schoolhouse. The Summer Session will run from May – July, with a concert planned for the end of July. The first gathering is next Sunday, May 7th. We'll be singing songs in harmony from across the globe and spanning centuries. All levels of experience are welcome! The rehearsal pacing will be geared towards teens and adults. (I do plan to offer some summer singing for families with younger children, so keep a look out if you're interested!!) For more information, please contact Licia Gambino at (802) 492-3792 or hamgam@vermontel.net The Shrewsbury Singers… sing again! When? Sunday Mornings, 9:00AM – 10:30AM ~May, June, July~ May 7, 14, 21, 28 June 4, 11, 18, 25 July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Where? The Russellville Schoolhouse 18 Crown Point Road Shrewsbury, VT  05738 What Songs? Songs sung in harmony from across the globe and spanning centuries. Who? Those who love to sing! All levels of experience are welcome. For more information: Licia Gambino ~ (802) 492-3792 hamgam@vermontel.net Mount Holly Newsflash Mount Holly, Vermont United States of America You received this email because you signed up on our website.

Mount Holly Newsflash 4/29/2023

View in browser Mount Holly Newsflash Today's forecast: Rain showers after 7am. Cloudy, with a high near 50. Southeast wind 9 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Archived Newsflash emails can be read at: https://mthollynewsflash.blogspot.com Notice and Agenda Town Office & Remote Electronic – Special Work Meeting Wednesday May 3, 2023 6:00 P.M. How to access the remote meeting ● By telephone: Dial +1 929-205-6099 ● By computer, smartphone, or tablet: Download Zoom meeting software. Join meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84003321805?pwd=bjV5cERYYXJCc0dyVE... ● If prompted, enter Meeting ID: 840 0332 1805 Passcode: 469224 If you wish to make a public comment but do not have the ability to comment remotely during the meeting, please email your comment(s) to planningcomm@mounthollyvt.org. Agenda 1. Call to order 2. Changes to agenda 3. Unfinished business: a. Town Plan 4. Public comments 5. Upcoming meetings 6. Adjournment FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 28, 2023 Antique Tractors & Equipment Will Be Featured at the 2023 Best of Vermont Summer Festival Okemo Valley, VT: The Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce is adding a new feature to the 3 rd Annual Best of Vermont Summer Festival this year which celebrates everything about summer in Vermont. Dan Moore of Barker Farm will now be showcasing his Antique Tractors & Vintage Machines! Barker Farm is known for hosting their annual Autumn Roundup show in Ludlow in September. This is a showcase of Vermont made engines & machinery including working exhibits from the 1900s. Dan will be bringing some of his antique tractors and equipment to the Best of Vermont Summer Festival for the first time this year! The Best of VT Summer Festival takes place on Saturday, August 26 from 12 noon - 7 pm and Sunday, August 27 from 10 am - 4 pm at Okemo Field on Route 103 in Ludlow. Use of the field was generously donated again by Lead Sponsor Okemo Mountain/Vail Resorts. This festival invites locals, new residents, second homeowners, and visitors to enjoy specialty foods; wine, spirits & brew tastings; artisan products; fine art; live music; ag demos; children's activities; and more! The Best of Vermont Summer Festival is also promoted throughout the Okemo Valley region, the state of Vermont, New England and the Northeast. William Raveis Vermont Properties of Ludlow is the festival Presenting Sponsor again this year. Other sponsors are in process and will continue to be listed on the chamber's special festival web: https://www.yourplaceinvermont.com/best-of-vermont-summer-fe.... The chamber's festival committee is still seeking additional sponsors, vendors, and volunteers. Sponsor and vendor forms are available on the festival website page. To learn more, to go:  Sponsoring: https://www.yourplaceinvermont.com/sponsorships  Vending: https://www.yourplaceinvermont.com/vendors Discounts will be given to participating Okemo Valley Chamber Members and returning vendors will also be given preferential locations. Sponsors or vendors who are not yet members of the Okemo Valley Chamber who are interested may join online HERE: https://www.yourplaceinvermont.com/online-application. Volunteers are needed for the festival committee as well as for festival set up, breakdown and during the event. The Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit, member-driven association and the voice of 300+ businesses and the communities of 12 Towns & Villages in South Central Vermont along the VT Scenic Route 100 Byway surrounded by Okemo, Ascutney & Magic Mountains. OVRCC provides advocacy, support, and unified regional marketing to promote and enhance businesses in the region as well as the four-season economy. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Carol Lighthall, Executive Director, Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce clighthall@yourplaceinvermont.com 802-228-5830 Mount Holly Newsflash Mount Holly, Vermont United States of America You received this email because you signed up on our website.