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The Islander, May 12, 2015 Page 1
Wally’s Place and Champlain Islands
Parent Child Center to Receive
Awards
New Listings
The Lake Champlain Islands Economic Development Corporation is
holding its Partners in Growth Annual Dinner on Wednesday, May 20, at 6
pm at the Grand Isle Lake House. LCIEDC is proud to announce that Wally’s
Place Bagel and Deli will win the 2015 Business of the Year Award. The
Champlain Islands Parent Child Center will be honored with the Community
Service Award for 2015.
Keynote speaker this year will be Joe Fusco, advisor to the chairman
and CEO of Casella Waste Systems, and an executive coach to over 200
mid- and senior-level managers and numerous work teams. Currently he
is focused on the next generation of entrepreneurs; Joe developed and
teaches a seminar to students in UVM's Sustainable Entrepreneurship
MBA (SEMBA) program.
Two prizes will be raffled off: A Night in the Islands will feature chocolates
from VT Nut Free Chocolates, East Shore Vineyard wine and tickets to the
Vermont Shakespeare Festival. A Day in the Islands will include a boat ride
with Driftwood Tours, and a lunch and hats from Hero’s Welcome General
Store.
Sponsors for the “Partners in Growth” dinner are Bauer Gravel Farnham
and Preservation Trust of Vermont. The cocktail reception begins at 6 pm,
dinner at 7. Tickets are $40 and may be purchased from LCIEDC at 802-3728400. Deadline to purchase tickets is May 15.
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Grand Isle County Mentoring
Program
On Thursday afternoons, second grader Ferris
meets with his mentor Bob. After class ended, Ferris
headed to the school library to spend his hour with
Bob. “We read a lot of books,” Bob said, “and play
games sometimes.” Turning to Ferris, Bob mentioned “I
brought scrabble today if you decided you want to play
that at any point.” But this Thursday the pair decided
to work on a Lego structure they had been creating the
week before.
Bob grabbed the large bin of Legos, while Ferris
worked to construct a medieval scene of horse,
combats, and castles. “I need a two by three for this
part” Ferris told Bob, who responded by saying “Ok,
let’s go fishing.” A smile appeared on Ferris’s face as
Bob dug his hands into the bin. The pair sifted through
the bin to find the needed pieces for their project while
chatting about themselves and their future endeavors.
Bob told us he will be going to Spain for a vacation
and said he would be sure to send Ferris a postcard.
Ferris spoke about his love for books, particularly the
Captain Underpants series. “He’s such a bright kid,”
Bob stated about his mentee. Bob has been a mentor
for three years, but this is the first year Bob and Ferris
were paired together. Both agree that they have had
such a great year together, and they look forward to
finishing their Lego piece at their next session.
The GIC Mentoring Program is currently looking for
more volunteers to work as mentors. Every child who wants a mentor should have one! Mentoring doesn’t
require an expert; it only requires your time. Make a difference in a youth’s life; be a mentor. If you would
like more information, please contact Karen Browning or Leslie Ward, coordinators at 802-372-5239 or email
gicmentoring@gmail.com
Bring-A-Gift Bingo
Returns
Bring-A-Gift Bingo returns on Friday, May
22 at 6:30 pm with doors opening at 5 pm. The
entrance fees are $5 for 18 or fewer cards plus
a wrapped gift valued at $5-$10. Some special
game prizes include a Vermont State Park Family
Pass and Shelburne Museum Family Pass. A
snack bar will be available.
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In This Issue...
Alburgh News............................................Page 4
New York News..........................................Page 5
South Hero News.......................................Page 6
North Hero News......................................Page 8
Grand Isle News.........................................Page 12
Legal Notices.......................................Page 13 & 14
Isle La Motte..............................................Page 16
Milton.........................................................Page 17
Dicker Dens...............................................Page 18
Spring Clean Up!
Rakes • Shovels • Brooms •
Hoses • Paint • Detergents
Do you have health insurance questions or
needs?
The just released 2014 Vermont Household Health Insurance Survey tells us that many Vermonters still do
not fully understand the health insurance programs in Vermont, or the coverage they are enrolled in. It also
shows that there are still uninsured and underinsured Vermonters, including children, who would qualify for
low cost public or private plans. Some Vermonters may still lack coverage because they misunderstood or
received misinformation about their eligibility.
If you or someone you know has a health insurance question or doesn’t have affordable coverage, Vermont
Health Connect-certified Navigators are an important resource to know about. Navigators provide free and
professional health insurance assistance in trusted community organizations throughout Vermont. Families
who are already covered work with their local Navigator to get assistance with issues or disputes, changing
circumstance or plans, learning how to make the most of their coverage and where to go for care, or exploring
more affordable options. Uninsured Vermonters get information about the tax penalty and help signing up
for coverage. This tax season, some Vermonters learned that basic health coverage costs less than going
uninsured in 2015, due to an increased tax penalty and the financial help available.
Many Vermonters can still sign up for coverage. Enrollment into the public plans, Medicaid and Dr.
Dynasaur, is year-round for qualifying households. After the Vermont Health Connect Open Enrollment
Period, Vermonters may have the option to enroll in a private plan, when their household experiences a recent
“qualifying event,” such as a loss of coverage, household change or owing a tax penalty for lack of insurance
coverage. Working with a Navigator can simplify the enrollment process by providing needed information and
answers, reducing application errors, and by automatically linking every applicant with an advocate who can
work to resolve any issues that arise.
Local Community Action agencies, health centers, and a wide variety of other organizations offer this
free assistance at regional locations throughout Vermont. A few Navigator organizations are even able to
meet with Vermonters in their own, more rural communities, during non-business hours. According to Tatum
O’Malley, Lead Navigator at the Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO), “When someone
wants to meet with a Navigator, but finds it difficult to get to our Burlington, St. Albans, or Middlebury offices
or to meet during regular office hours, I’m happy to meet with them at their local public library and at a time
that is more convenient for them.” Get a referral to a local Navigator by calling the Vermont Health Connect
toll free hotline at 1-855-899-9600 or viewing the directory at VermontHealthConnect.gov.
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Legislative Update
By Bob Krebs, South Hero Representative
The last week of April saw several long evenings debating the “health care” bill (S.139). The bill as it came
out of the House Health care committee also contained parts of H.481 and H.487. The bill has provisions
for helping the under-insured, increasing primary care Medicaid rate reimbursement, and strengthening
the Blueprint for health. Equally contentious was Senate bill (S.108) which repealed the sunset on various
provisions pertaining to patient choice at end of life. Each bill had multiple amendments and way too many roll
call votes. The two “big bills” (H.489 and H.490) that effect the revenue and appropriations of the state have
both been referred to committees of conference.
This past week there was a little bit of a lull as both chambers are gearing up for what should be the last
week of the session. The overall transportation bill (H.488) was passed, licensure for foresters (H.355) passed,
lobbying disclosures (S.93) passed, and regulation of rent-to-own agreements ((S.73) passed.
This last week of the session will include action on all of the major efforts for this year, including tax reform,
education and education funding, water quality, revenue resources, and spending priorities. These bills will be
in the form of a committee of conference report, and cannot be amended, just an up or down vote. Many of
the other issue will be postponed until next January.
Please contact Mitzi or I with any issues, questions, or ideas! Rep. Bob Krebs: rkrebs@leg.state.vt.us or 802372-4567. Rep. Mitzi Johnson: mjohnson@leg.state.vt.us or 802-363-4448. During the week, you may also
leave a message with the Sergeant-at- Arms at 802-828-2228.
Wild About Books?
Students at Folsom Education and Community Center are. Especially since the Morris family installed a
Little Free Library on the Folsom School playground April 14 during National Library Week.
Dan and Jessica (Morris) Tracy crafted the mini library and hand painted it. Their children, Hannah, age 11,
Owen, 9, and Olivia, 7, helped. The family created the library as a Christmas present for Jessica’s parents, Kent
and Linda Morris, who will be stewards for the Folsom School Little Free Library on behalf of neighbors and
the community.
Linda Morris worked as a middle school
language arts teacher for 26 years, retiring in
2001. For 11 years, she also taught social studies.
The way the Little Free Library works is simple.
The family initially stocked the LFL with a variety
of good quality books to interest readers of all
ages. Visitors may stop by and take books. Visitors
return and bring books to contribute when
possible. The Little Free Library has a journal for
any notes visitors want to share about the books
or their visit; bookmarks; a supply stickers that
say “Little Free Library books are always a gift -never for sale!” for new books; and information
about the Little Free Library Movement.
In communities like the Islands, interest in the
Little Free Library Movement has rapidly grown.
In the last few weeks, the Islander has had two
articles about Grand Isle Art Works and its plan
to sponsor a Little Free Library Building Party in
July. The goal is to create LFLs for each of the
county’s communities. Many mini libraries have
been installed and thousands of books shared
around the country as well as around the world.
Check out the LFL story at www.
littlefreelibrary.org. Better yet, encourage others
to put one up in their area! Call 802-378-4591
for further information.
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Alburgh
News
Lisa Arnold
lisarno@gisu.org
Isn’t May one of the most glorious
months? New life is sprouting, everywhere
one looks it’s green and lush, with the hopes
and dreams of a new summer ahead. I think
we may be able to get our garden in before
Memorial Day this year- a first in a very long
time, as it has been early June in the last
few years and that is so exciting for us. May
you be gardening, walking, biking, playing,
working, or just relaxing outside, enjoy the
weeks of May.
ALBURGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY
MEETING
The first meeting of 2015 for the Alburgh
Historical Society will be held on Thursday,
May 14 at 7 pm at the Alburgh Public Library.
Please join them and help promote and
protect our town’s heritage. Current member
and anyone interested are encouraged to
attend.
ALBURGH CENTER CEMETERY
ANNUAL MEETING
The 2015 Annual Meeting of the Alburgh
Center Cemetery Committee will be held on
Saturday, May 16 at 6 pm. The meeting will
be held at the home of Liz Pickard and Ron
Fricke at 39 Fiske Rd in Alburgh Center. Call
Dodi at 802-796-3768 for more details.
ABC FLEA MARKET
The first ABC Committee Flea Market of
the season will be on Saturday, May 23, at
the hardware store in beautiful downtown
Alburgh. Vendors, call Dale at 802-752-8945
to reserve table space.
UNITED WAY COMMUNITY
SUPERHERO AWARD
It is in giving to others that we give the
greatest gift to ourselves and in that manner
Alburgh’s own Joyce Ladd, is rich in gifts
indeed. She was recently honored by the
Franklin-Grand Isle United Way at their
Annual Meeting held at the Champlain
Country Club in St. Albans as a Community
Superhero. Joyce has volunteered for C.I.D.E.R
for 21 years as a driver for individuals who are
in need of transportation to appointments
in Franklin County and beyond. She has
donated over 6000 hours and has driven
more than 81,000 miles as a volunteer driver
and these numbers represent only the data
that has been statistically collected since
1999. Her comments regarding why she
does it include: “I like helping people.” She
knows there is a need and she knows most
of the people she takes to appointments. We
all know in the Alburgh community how
much of her time she gives and has given as
an Alburgh Legion Auxiliary member as well.
The whole community congratulates you on
your special recognition, Joyce. It is people
like you that make this community and our
world a better place to live in. Thank you,
thank you.
LEGION AUXILIARY FOOD AND BAKE
SALE
It’s time for the Annual Legion Auxiliary
Bake Sale with delicious baked cookies like
pies, cakes, cookies, and special homecooked items like baked beans and macaroni
and cheese. They will be set up outside the
Alburgh Post Office on Saturday, May 16
starting at 9 am.
ATTENTION FORMER ALBURGH
MUSTANG BAND MEMBERS
Were you or a family member a former
Alburgh Mustang Band member? If so, and
you are interested in celebrating with the
graduating 8th grade class by performing
with our Mustang band at graduation, please
call the school at 802-796-3573 and leave a
message in the office. Graduation is on June
12 at 6 pm.
ALBURGH 8TH GRADE GRADUATION
MEETING
The next 8th Grade graduation meeting is
on Wednesday May 13 at 6 pm in the Alburgh
Middle School. The agenda is to finalize
plans.
VILLAGE OF ALBURGH SEEKING
PART TIME AUDITORS
The Village of Alburgh is seeking two part
Time Auditors to help audit the books one
to two times a year. Applicants must reside
in the Village of Alburgh. Background in
accounting is a plus. Please submit letters
of interest to Village of Alburgh 1 Firehouse
Rd Alburgh, VT 05440.
INDOOR YARD SALE
Everyone has been waiting for Flea Market
season and the first one of the season will be
held inside the St. Amadeus Parish Center on
May 16 from 9 am until 2 pm. Vendors must
reserve tables in advance. Please call Maurice
Gauthier at 802-796-4418 to reserve a table
or for more information. The snack bar will
be open with Maurice’s delectable soups on
the stove.
BRING-A-GIFT BINGO
St. Amadeus Parish will be holding a
Bring-a-Gift Bingo on May 22 at the Parish
Center. Doors open at 5 pm and games will
start at 6:30. Cost is $5 for 18 (or fewer) cards,
plus everyone is asked to bring a wrapped
gift valued from $5-$10. There will also be
special game prizes that include: VT State
Park Family pass, and a Shelburne Museum
family pass with more to come! The snack
bar will be open for refreshments.
ALBURGH SCHOOL NEWS
Please make note of the following events,
meetings and special dates for May and June
at Alburgh School:
MAY SCHEDULE
Friday • May 22
JUSTICE
Outdoor Venue
7 pm $10.00 cover May 14 - Evening with the Arts from 5 to 7
pm. Music Concert starts at 6 pm.
May 19 - Alburgh School Community
Council Meeting at 5 pm in the Art Room,
any family or community member is
encouraged to attend.
May 22 - Alburgh Legionnaire Memorial
Day Service at 10:30 am
May 25 - School is closed for Memorial
Day.
June 1 - June PBiS Star Assembly
June 8 - PBiS End of the Year School wide
Celebration at 1pm
June 10 - Field Day (rain date is June 11)
is our annual Field Day. Please contact the
school if you are interested in volunteering.
June 12 – Graduation at 6 pm
ALBURGH LIBRARY NEWS
By: Gina Lewis, Library Director
802-796-6077, alburgpl@fairpoint.net
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: StoryTime is
every Tuesday at 10:30 am. Bring your child
for stories, crafts, and snacks.
KIDS ART CLASSES: Kids art classes every
Thursday at 3:30 pm with Dot Cota. Grades
K-8
HANDCRAFTERS MEET: From knitting to
needlework, all handcrafters are invited to
join the group on Thursdays at 6:30 pm
ALL LIBRARY PROGRAMS ARE FREE AND
OPEN TO EVERYONE!
LIBRARY WEBSITE: Did you know the
library has a website? It features our monthly
events, new books, many online resources,
and our entire library catalog! Check it out:
www.alburghpl.org.
LIBRARY HOURS: Monday 1-6 pm,
Tuesday 9 am-5 pm, Wednesday 1-6 pm,
Thursday 1-6 pm, Friday 1-6 pm, Saturday 10
am-1 pm.
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NCCS MIDDLE SCHOOL HONOR ROLL
Thomas Brandell, Northeastern Clinton
Central Middle School Principal, recently
named the following students to the high
honors list for the 3rd quarter of the 20142015 school year:
Grade 6 – Luke Anctil, Lukas Berube, Keagan
Blanchard, Emily Bond, Lauren Brillotti, John
Bulson, Samuel Bulson, Anastasia Corp,
Alexia Cronkrite, Emma Fredette, Mackenzie
Gardner, Jack Gero, Noah Gonyo, Andrew
Hicks, Abigayle Hicks-Lemza, Aiden Hilferty,
Alyssa Jennette, Patrick Laurin, Nolan
LaValley, Hailey Letourneau, Madison Lyon,
Julianna McIntyre, James Molinski, Lauryn
Munson, Logan O’Connor, Ryan O’Donnell,
Connor Perea, Deren Purisic, Alexis Rabideau,
Abrielle Racine, Bryn Sample, Marlie Sample,
Taylor Seymour, Aiden Surprenant, Ty Vassar,
Madison Vilardo, Taylor Woods.
Grade 7 – Seth Arquiett, Cassandra Ashline,
Alise Babbie, Keaton Badger, Kevin Corrow,
Bradley Cushing, Donevin Edwards, Abigail
Favro, Ariadna Foshag, Chylyn Gelineault,
Brady Gladd, Alexander Gomez, Nolan
Gonyo, Cody Gooley, Emma Gooley, Logan
Gooley, Allison Gregoire, Sarah Grenon,
Hope Jolicoeur, Brinley Lafountain, Maggie
Lafountain, Gillian Laurin, Aidan LaValley,
Casey Lepone, Jacob Lintner, Benjamin
Lloyd, Jake Manor, Kya McComb, Michael
Pennington, Kodi Pugh, Marlyna Rabideau,
Aidan Roberts, Jack Sample, Gabriel
Sisco, Olivia Sorrell, Amy Visconti, Miriam
Wachtoumi, Madison Wyatt.
Grade 8 – Erin Bleau, Emily Boire, Courtney
Bosley, Samantha Disco, Ian Ducharme,
Gabrielle Dumas, Grace Dumas, Gabriel
Durant, Emily Ebersol, Sophie Eckhardt,
Maria Foley, Kelsey Gilmore, Scott Gohrt,
Olivia Gonyo, Alicia Goodrow, Faith Guerin,
Abigayle Hanfield, Hannah Hemmingway,
Caitlin Houghton, Sydney Hunter, Olivia
Kulevich, Kaleb Labarge, Brayden LaValley,
Connor Letourneau, Paige Letourneau, Emily
Lord, Meara McManus, Ashley Monette, Jace
O’Connor, Ian O’Donnell, Tenzin Pema,
Katera Poupore, Braydon Racine, Eric Roach,
Suki Rowden, Jacob Steinfeld, Leona Turner,
Angela Wayman, Morgan Woods.
Students named to the honors list are:
Grade 6 – Emma Barriere, Kai Birtz,
Logan Bourque, Amanda Cayea, Alonna
Darrah, Addison Gilpin, Brendon Gregory,
Chelsea Guerin, Alexis Hemingway, Michael
Hilliker, Jr., Jacob Jarrett, Hunter Lavalley,
Brady Magoon, Georgia McChesney, Toby
McPherson, Morgan Monette, Bethany Niles,
Alyssa Savage, Robert Thompson, Caleb
Trombley, Elizabeth Vancour, Zakery Warren.
Grade 7 – Savannah Austin, Starr Beam,
Gabrielle Bechard, Bruce Danville, Jr. Ethan
Dumas, Kelsey Gamache, Taylor Goodrow,
Carter Gooley, Dylan Guay, Cody Guerin,
Jakob Herring, Emily Jarvis, Tyler Laclair,
Emily Lahar, Brady Lucas, Ashley Martin,
Raymond Miller, Zachary Miller, Avery
Sample, Dolores Taffner, Spence Trudo,
Tanner Vassar-Macey, Cassandra White,
Jacob Zurlo.
Grade 8 – Alexi Bobbie, Simon Davison,
Jaedyn English, Mathieu Forkey, Makayla
Francis, Jessica Hamilton, Cody Lyon, Flora
McChesney, Jarrett McNeil, Cassidy Nixon,
Hannah Parsons, Sabrina Phair, Donald
Seymour, Sonja Walker.
Congratulations to all honor roll students!
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ROUSES POINT UTILITY BUDGET
BILLING
Commencing on June 1, 2015 the
Village of Rouses Point Municipal Electric
Department will again make available to
residential customers of the system, who
have a two (2) year clear record with the
utility, the opportunity to pay their electric
charges by a budget billing arrangement.
Based upon previous years’ usage and a
projected per kilowatt hour cost including
supplemental power charge, a customer’s
annual electric expense will be estimated
and then paid in eleven (11) payments, with
the remaining month (May) used to reconcile
the underpayments or overpayments.
Anyone wishing to participate in this
program should contact the Accounting
Department at the Village Office by phoning
518-297-5502, ext. 315 or ext. 332 between the
hours of 7:30 am to 4 pm, Monday through
Friday, prior to May 29, 2015. After that date
entry into the program will not be allowed
until May 2016.
All customers presently on the program
will remain with the budget amount
appearing on the top portion of their bill
commencing with the June bills.
This program is open to all residential
customers who meet the above requirements.
TOWN OF MOOERS REPUBLICAN
PARTY MEETING
Town of Mooers Republican Party
members will meet on Tuesday, May 19,
at 7 pm at the town complex. Candidates
will be chosen to run for two positions
for Councilperson, for the office of town
supervisor and for the office of highway
superintendent.
Everyone is welcome!
ST. MARY’S BAZAAR
St. Mary’s Bazaar in Champlain will go
on this year in spite of the devastating fire
that St. Mary’s Academy and ruined all the
prizes and materials that were stored in the
buildings that were used for the bazaar.
The event will take place on the grounds
of St. Mary’s on Friday, May 22, Saturday, May
23, and Sunday, May 24.
Festivities will begin on Friday at 4 pm
with rides open and food concessions.
There will be movie night at 8pm, featuring
Frozen and Dolphin Tale II. Saturday events
will begin at noon with an auction by Bridge
Street Auction, concessions, rides and DJ
entertainment at 6 pm.
On Sunday, the chicken BBQ will begin at
11 am with the parade “Memories of St. Mary’s”
theme beginning at noon. Concessions and
DJ entertainment will take place from 2 to 6
pm.
Brand new this year will be nine Kiddieland
rides including a ferris wheel. There will be
an outdoor country store with many brand
new items, new prizes for all the game booths
and lots of food, games and fun.
ARCH ANNOUNCES FREE WALKING
TOURS
Adirondack Architectural Heritage
(AARCH) is welcoming springtime with two
new tour offerings, free of charge and open
to all. Led by local guides and historians, join
the group for a walk around the villages of
Champlain and Rouses Point to learn the
stories of their history and development
through their architecture.
Routes will include a collection of public
and residential buildings, with access to
select interiors. The tours will begin with an
introduction on the town’s heritage, and the
walking portion will last approximately two
hours.
The Champlain tour will begin at the
Samuel de Champlain History Center on
Saturday, May 16 and the Rouses Point tour
will begin at the Rouses Point History and
Welcome Center, (the former D&H Railroad
Station), 68 Pratt Street, on Saturday, May
23. Each day will have two tour times to
choose from, 10 am or 2 pm. Please register
for each tour by contacting AARCH office at
518-834-9328 or email info@aarch.org. The
May Walking Tours are made possible by a
generous donation from Price Chopper’s
Golub Foundation.
UNDERGROUND RAILROAD IN THE
NORTHERN TIER
Reminder that the Champlain History
Club will host Don Papson, an expert on
the Underground Railroad, will speak on
the subject on Sunday, May 17 at 7 pm at
the Champlain Free Library in Champlain.
He will share Rouses Point and village of
Champlain stories and highlights from the
book he co-authored, Secret Lives of the
Underground Railroad in New York, Sydney
Howard Gay, and The Record of Fugitives.
Copies will be available for your purchase.
HOMETOWN CABLE
Home Town Cable (24) is the viewersupported, local cable-TV/Internet channel
for the communities of Altona, Champlain,
Chazy, Ellenburg, Mooers and Rouses Point.
Daily 4-hour programming starts play at 11,
3, and 7 (am and pm), except Wednesday
(three hour program), which is shown at 11,
2, 5, and 8 (am and pm). Programming is also
available as free video-on-demand at www.
hometowncablenetwork.com and www.
plattsburgh.com.
Wednesday, May 13: Mooers (Racine) vs.
Massena 5th & 6th grade girls’ basketball,
SUNY Plattsburgh Cardinals vs. Buffalo
men’s Division III basketball from PSTV.
Thursday-Friday, May 14-15: Chazy vs.
Westport Polar Bears varsity baseball, NAC
vs. Beekmantown JV girl’s basketball.
Saturday-Sunday, May 16-17: Our Little
Corner is back at Bloated Toe Publishing
for part two of their 2015 update, What’s
Going on Here with Bob Venne at Bruce
Surprenant’s berry farm in Mooers.
Monday-Tuesday, May 18-19: NCCS vs.
Saranac varsity softball, NAC vs. Saranac
varsity girls’ basketball, Champlain Village
board meeting.
NOTES
Sympathy goes out to the family of Daniel
H. Brewer Sr. of Rouses Point, 84, who passed
away at the UVM CVPH Medical Center on
April 19; and to the family of Rita Mischler, 85,
of Jacksonville, Florida, formerly of Rouses
Point, who passed away in Jacksonville on
March 18; and to the family of Carl E. Monty,
88, of Niskayuna, formerly of Rouses Point,
who passed away on April 28, in Slingerlands,
N.Y.
I hope all moms had a wonderful day and
that everyone enjoyed this beautiful week of
great weather. There are so many people out
planting flowers, working in their gardens,
on their lawns, painting and doing all the
spring things we need to do. Enjoy the nice
weather!
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News
Mary Harwood
mary.s.harwood@gmail.com
SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK
Folsom Middle School will present “School
House Rock Live! Jr.” May 15 and 16 at the
school. The Emmy Award-winning Saturday
morning educational cartoon series and pop
culture phenomenon is now the basis for
one of the most fun musicals ever to hit the
stage. This energetic musical follows Tom, a
young school teacher who is nervous about
his first day of teaching and tries to relax by
watching TV. Memorable songs such as “Just
a Bill,” “Lolly, Lolly, Lolly,” and “Conjunction
Junction” bring his lesson plans vividly to
life. Show times are Friday, May 15, 7 pm,
and Saturday, May 16, 10 am and 7 pm. Kids
are invited to wear their pajamas for the 10
am production and Pop Tarts and minicereals will be for sale at the concession
stand. Tickets can be purchased at the door
or through one of our cast members. Adults
$8, Students $5
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
If you have a child who will turn 5 before
September 1, 2015 and will be attending
Folsom School, we need your contact
information. We have several upcoming
events that you will want to attend. We have
an Open house for incoming Kindergartners
and parents on May 13 from 4:30-5:30 pm.
Please return your completed registration
packet as soon as possible to Folsom. If you
have not received a packet, please call Sue at
802-372-6600 for more information.
TOWN HEARINGS
The South Hero Planning Commission
will hold a Public Hearing at 7 pm on
Wednesday, June 3 at the Town Office, to
act on a preliminary subdivision application
brought by Alan Jr. and Linda Kinney. They
seek to create 6 new lots with remaining land
at 56 East Shore Road.
BARN AND BAKE SALE
St. Rose of Lima Church in South Hero will
be holding their annual Barn and Bake Sale
on Memorial Day weekend on May 23 and
24. The Barn and Bake Sale with a luncheon
on Saturday will start at 8 am and end at4 pm.
The Barn Sale on Sunday will start at 9 am
and close at 2 pm. Enjoy the spring weather
and find a treasure!
ROBINSON SCHOLARSHIP
Applications for the 26th Annual Donald B.
Robinson Memorial Scholarship for a South
Hero high school senior are due by May
18. Applications are available through your
high school guidance department. For more
information about this scholarship or an
application please call Sue at 802-372-6600.
LIBRARY NEWS
By: Carolyn Brennan, Librarian
HOURS: Sunday and Monday – Closed;
Tuesday, Thursday and Friday - 9 am to 4
pm; Wednesday – 11 am to 8 pm; Saturday 9 am to 2 pm.
TODDLER TUNES: Friday June 5, 10:30
led by Lee English. Stop by to sing, dance,
and play!
PRESCHOOL STORY HOUR: Fridays at 10
am!
BOOK DISCUSSION: May 20 at 6:30 pm
Brewster by Mark Slouka. The New York
Times Review of Books calls this, “Intense
and Elegiac”. The books are in, join our
growing group and pick up your copy today!
WILD GOURMET FOOD: Nova Kim and
Les Hook of Wild Gourmet Food will be
here to talk about foraging wild foods on
Wednesday May 13 at 6:30 pm. Foraged
foods to nibble included!
MOVIE MATINEE: May 23 at 11 am we will
show Walt Disney Pictures’ Into the Woods.
TRUSTEES MEETING: The Library Board
of Trustees Meeting is held on the second
Monday of every month at 4:30 pm, and it is
open to the public.
South Hero Community Library is located
at 75 South Street inside Folsom Educational
and Community Center. Please stop by,
email southherolibrary@gmail.com, call
802-372-6209, or visit us online at www.
southherolibrary.org for more information.
Academic Kudos
CASTLETON
Castleton student Justin Gardner of South Hero,
VT was recently awarded the Alpha Psi Omega
Honor Society Actor of the Year Award for the
2014-2015 academic year.
This award is given annually to an upper
class Acting and Directing major who has shown
willingness to go above and beyond what is
asked and expected of students both in class and
performances, is dependable and responsible, and
has fostered passion for theatre through other
students.
Freshman Kathleen Gagne of Swanton, VT was
one of five Castleton softball players to receive
North Atlantic Conference All-Conference honors.
SUNY PLATTSBURGH
Meghan Dowd of Rouses Point, NY was recently
initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi,
the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate
honor society for all academic disciplines. Dowd is
pursuing a degree in Nursing at SUNY Plattsburgh.
Dowd is among approximately 32,000 students,
faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated
into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by
invitation and requires nomination and approval
by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and
7.5 percent of juniors, having at least 72 semester
hours, are eligible for membership. Graduate
students in the top 10 percent of the number of
candidates for graduate degrees may also qualify,
as do faculty, professional staff, and alumni who
have achieved scholarly distinction.
STONEHILL COLLETE
Milton native Liza Duchesneau recently received
The Community Engagement Award at Stonehill
College’s 2015 Student Life Awards ceremony
held on Sunday, April 26th. The Community
Engagement Award is presented to individuals
who have demonstrated a strong commitment to
community service.
CHAMPLAIN COLLEGE
TRUSTEE’S LIST
David Beaulieu and Neil Hart of Swanton have
been named to Champlain College Trustee List.
Beaulieu is majoring in Business Management and
Hart is majoring in Software Development.
PRESIDENT’S LIST
The following students have been named to the
Champlain College President’s list: Chelsea Day,
Swanton, majoring in Social Work; David Beaulieu,
Swanton, majoring in Business Management;
James Bayne, St. Albans, Computer Networking
and Cyber Security; Jorie Spaulding, Swanton,
Marketing; and Neil Hart, Swanton, Software
Development.
DEAN’S LIST
The following students have been named to the
Champlain College Dean’s List: Stephanie Delaney,
Milton, majoring in Accounting; Samantha
Hoeltge, Milton, Social Work; Stephanie Ashline,
Milton, Business Administration; Joshua Kenyon,
North Hero, Management and Innovation; Molly
Metayer, Swanton, Criminal Justice; Michael Cook,
Milton, Computer and Digital Forensics; Meghan
Richards, Milton, Marketing; Samuel Poquette,
Swanton, Computer Science and Innovation;
Lisa Barron, Milton, Business Management; Julia
Woodward, Milton, Business; Samuel Noel, Milton,
Criminal Justice; Brendan Daneau, Swanton,
Psychology; Mclean Coleman, Swanton, Criminal
Justice; Brian Zhang, Swanton, Computer Science
and Innovation; Cole St. Francis, Wanton, Finance;
and Eli Yandow, Swanton, Radiography.
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SALEM, INDIANA- Henry Phillip “Hank” Jacoby
of Salem, Indiana passed away Thursday, April
16, 2015 at 6:09 am in his residence, at the age of
52 years, 10 months and 26 days. Born May 21,
1962 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, he was the son
of Raymond and Muriel (Keller) Jacoby.
He was the Global Sourcing Commodity
Manager for Kimball Office and had been a resident
of Washington County since 2006, formerly of
Underhill and South Hero, VT, in addition to many
places across North America. Hank served on
the board of directors of the Washington County
Chamber of Commerce and the Washington County
Economic Growth Partnership. He was a member
of Rotary, served as a SOAR! tutor and was on
the Work One: Workforce Investment board. He
was a 2011 graduate of the Washington County
Awareness Class and worked on the board of the
Washington County Artisans and Farmers Market as
a class project.
Hank is survived by his daughter, Kayla Jacoby
of New Boston, Ohio; his son, Conner Jacoby of
Louisville, Kentucky; his stepson: Josh Smith of
Burlington, Vermont; his father, Raymond Jacoby of
South Hero, Vermont; his two sisters, Lynne Jacoby
of Arlington, Massachusetts and Laura Brooks of
South Hero, Vermont; his brother, Peter Jacoby of
McLean, Virginia; his companion, Dr. Mindy Gunn
of Salem, Indiana; his nephew, Zachery Bowen of
Franklin Furnace, Ohio and his grandchildren, Bella
Smith and Brayden Keyser. He was preceded in
death by his mother.
LOWELL THOMAS MACCALLUM
ROUSES POINT, NY- Lowell Thomas MacCallum,
born on July 12, 1960, son of Ruth Churchill
MacCallum Jarvis and Clayton Robert MacCallum
(deceased) has lost his battle with cancer on May 6,
2015 with his mother by his bedside.
He graduated from Northeastern Clinton Central
School in 1978, went directly into and served in
the U.S. Army in Mainz, Germany. Lowell traveled
extensively throughout the United States, from
the Bering Sea in Alaska
to the mountains of
Colorado and Montana
to the beaches of
Florida. He was educated
in Outfitter & Guide
School, Processing Ship
for Alaskan King Crab,
Landscaping and Turf
Management,
Marine
Engine repair and much
more.
He was preceded
in death by his father,
Robert (1969) and his
step-father, Earl Jarvis
(2014). He is survived
by his mother, Ruth and
his siblings, Edwin “Joe” (Karin) Jarvis; Darlene
(Dennis) Jubert; Marlene (James) Dupuis and Tami
(Tim) Murrell. He also is survived by his paternal
aunt, Jacqueline O’Brian of Rouses Point, N.Y., eight
nieces and nephews and many cousins.
A memorial service with military honors will be
held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, at Maple Hill
Cemetery in Rouses Point.
RALPH R. GILPIN
ROUSES POINT, NY- Ralph R. Gilpin, 88, of 74
Pratt Street, Rouses Point, passed away peacefully,
Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at Meadowbrook
Health Care Facility in Plattsburgh. He was born in
Dunmore, Pa., June 17, 1926, son of the late Roscoe
and Matilda (Cardinal) Gilpin.
As a child in 1929, Ralph, with his family,
relocated to Lyon Mountain, N.Y. He was a graduate
of Lyon Mountain High School in 1943 and Rochester
Institute of Technology in 1946. In 1950 he began
working at W.W. Gettys Hardware in Rouses Point,
N.Y. The business eventually became Wellette and
Gilpin, Inc., which Ralph co-owned until its closure
some years later. Ralph served as Town Clerk for the
Town of Champlain for over 40 years, as well as a
Notary in the area for over 50 years.
In addition to his parents, Ralph was predeceased
by his beloved wife, Theresa (Duffy) Gilpin; his
brother, Harold Gilpin Sr; and two sisters, Beulah
Gilpin Springhorn and Betty Gilpin-Pageau.
His loving family includes his children, Ann
Choiniere and husband, Ralph, Barbara Pease,
Donald Gilpin, all of Rouses Point, Judy Dupee and
husband Edward of Mooers, Jane Gilpin of Rouses
Point, and Carol Gilpin-Shannon of Hemmingford,
PQ; his son-in-law, Len Shannon, Jr.; Greg Pease; his
grandchildren Sarah and John LaDuke, Randy and
Jinelle Choiniere, Jessica and Chris Weeks, Jennifer
and Alex Babbie, Amanda Pease, Ashley and Kristina
Shannon, Eric and Kyle Dupee, and Francis and
Erica Winters; and his great-grandchildren, Addison
Nephew, Colton Weeks, and Jacob and Cierra
LaDuke. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
A Masonic Prayer Service was held at the Clark
Funeral Home.
A Mass of Christian Burial took place at St.
Patrick’s Church in Rouses Point with Rev. Clyde A.
Lewis officiating.
Burial will take place in St. Patrick’s Cemetery,
Rouses Point, at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 15.
Donations in his memory were made to the
Rouses Point Ambulance Squad.
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Retirement
Celebration
Folsom Education and Community Center invites
the community to a celebration of Donna Lefebvre’s
career on Monday, June 15, at 6 pm. Share memories,
laughter, photos and lots of hugs as the community
honor’s Donna upon her retirement after 35 years at
Folsom.
Memories and photos are being collected ahead
of time by Helen Bishop. Please contact her at
helbish@gisu.org or send them to Folsom School,
75 South St., South Hero, VT 05486. Thank you very
much!
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THE IMPORTANCE OF A MAP
By Bob Ayers, Zoning Administrator
If you ever watched “Dora the Explorer”
with your child or grandchild, you will know
that a map is very important. This is the case
in North Hero, also. If you are planning to fill
out a Zoning Application this summer or fall
for a new shed or garage or addition on your
house, you will need to provide a map with
the application. This is required, and without
a map, I cannot consider your application.
This does not mean that you have to hire
a surveyor and submit a certified plat to
me with everything precisely measured to
scale. This would certainly be nice to have,
and would usually be required if you were
building a brand new house on an empty lot.
For a routine zoning permit for an addition
of something to your property, however, a
map like this is not necessary. It also means
that you cannot grab a piece of notebook
paper, draw some random boxes and lines,
label the house and shed in barely legible
scribble, and staple it to your application.
This would result in me returning your
Zoning Application to you.
I would suggest that you and a partner
get hold of a 50 or 100 foot measuring tape
and spend an hour on a Sunday afternoon
measuring your property as well as the
location and size of all buildings, decks,
patios, and driveway.
You also should
measure your setbacks, that is, the distance
from your buildings to the road and to the
three sides of your property. Then use your
measurements and math skills to draw a
reasonably accurate map, labeling your
distances and structures. Your property
map does not have to be proportional, just
accurate.
If you need to discuss with me the map
for your Zoning Application, or any other
zoning concern, please call me at 802-3728404.
SCHOOL BOARD NOTES
By Andy Julow
I’d like to thank the folks who came out for
the informational meeting just prior to the
second school budget vote in North Hero. It
was an evening full of thoughtful discussion
and good old fashioned democratic debate.
Throughout the evening it was evident that
many voters miss the direct involvement
and understanding that came packaged with
traditional town meeting. While we can’t
bring those days back, we’d like to invite
everyone to what we feel is the next best
thing. On May 19 at 6 pm, the school board
will host an informational/working school
budget session. This is your opportunity to
comment on and participate in the budget
process prior to its finalization for a June 2
re-vote. “You’re spending how much on
what?” “Have we tried doing it this way?” “Do
we need that?” Ask and it shall be answered.
Latest copies of the budget are available
on the town and school website under the
school board sections for those who want
to study up. So bring your #2 pencils, open
minds, and a snack of your choice to the
school on May 19 at 6 pm as we roll up our
sleeves and solve this as a community. The
agenda for this meeting is a line-by-line
review of the proposed 2015-16 budget.
The input received will be used to finalize
a budget for the next vote on Tuesday,
June 2. On May 22, we will meet to discuss
final changes and sign the warning. An
informational meeting will be held prior to
the revote on June 1 at 7 pm and the revote
will be the next day, June 2. We encourage
you to review the newly drafted budget by
visiting our website: http://northheroschool.
org/faces/schoolboard.xhtml.
FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK
By Joe Resteghini
Teachers and staff have a very glazed over
look today. I have noticed many cleansing
breaths and deep sighs. It is either because
of the glorious weather, or the fact that our
PTYO has sponsored a masseuse to come
in and do massage therapy on everyone.
Staff and teachers have felt very deeply
appreciated this week--from a special lunch,
to some lovely personal gifts the support is
evident and the love has been shared. Please
consider becoming a part of the PTYO to
carry on the tradition of excellence, the give
back, and the connections that the group
shares.
A preschool student was skipping down
the hall on Tuesday, and because I am
a taskmaster, I stopped them from their
frivolity and questioned their intentions (a
four year old, keep in mind). This child shared
that they were excited because they were
going on a field trip the next day. I asked,
“Where are you going?” The answer, with
eyes as big as pie plates, “I don’t know, but
we get to go on a school bus!” It was perfect!
That response- that gift that I get to sharelights my fire. We went to Camp Ingalls. It
was a perfect day. We went on the nature
trails, observed the wildflowers, guided by
our own naturalist. We did an art project for
Mother’s Day. I won’t spoil the surprise, but
it is a gift individualized and from the heart.
We participated in team building activities,
which were a great way to reconnect with
what is really important in our community.
Our values of give respect/get respect; be
safe, be outstanding, and try your best were
evident all day. The weather was glorious.
Mary Jo Mcarthy from the North Hero
Recreation Department could not have put
together a better day for us. She even coaxed
a fox and a bat out of the woods to say hello.
We even ran through our play at Camp
Ingalls. On May 14, at 6 pm, at the North Hero
Town Hall we will perform At the Bandstand.
All of you Sha-Na-Na fans need to come
and take a trip down memory lane with this
inspired performance. Cast members should
arrive at 5:15 pm, and those students in the
chorus (grades K, 1, and 2) should arrive at
5:30 pm for preparations. Wear bright color
clothes, robes, and towels for rubber ducky
fun, and be ready to Splish Splash!
The sixth grade trip fundraiser will take
place Saturday evening at 5:30 pm. There
will be roasted meats of all varieties, savory
side dishes, and sweet desserts. All proceeds
fund the sixth grade trip, which will be an
experience that lines up with many students’
interests at Fort Ticonderoga. I think it
was here that the Spanish defeated a giant
whale to gain favor from the wicked queen
Malificent, which set in motion the events
that shaped imagination for eternity, or
something like that. Don’t quote me on the
thing about the whale though.
We will be completing our final round of
standardized testing this coming week. It
has been an enlightening experience. The
test (Smarter Balance) is computer driven,
which is a new format. Our students have
done what they always do- adapt, and I think
the experience was fruitful. I will report on
our outcomes on a later date.
LIBRARY NEWS
802-372-5458
Website: northherolibrary.org
HOURS: Tues- 2 to 7 pm, Thurs- 10 am to
3 pm, Sat- 9 am to 1 pm.
Many thanks to the Friends of the Library
for donating a new public computer to our
library just in time for the summer rush.
FACEBOOK: We have a new Facebook
page. Use your smart phone to check out the
latest in library news.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY PLANT SALE:
Sunday, May 17, 9 am to noon at the North
Hero Community Hall. We have a local
reputation for great prices and top quality
plants. Don’t miss out on this once a year
opportunity to brighten your yard and help
your library at the same time.
SUMMER BOOK DISCUSSION: The topic
is Sustainability and all books are in the
library ready for checkout. The first book is A
Cafecito Story by Julia Alvarez. Linda Bland,
a scholar with the Vermont Humanities
Council, will lead the group discussion at 7
pm on June 18. Linda is new to our list of
scholars and looking forward to her first
meeting with us. STORYTIME: A relaxed story and playtime
for preschoolers, Tuesday, 3 pm.
NEW IN OUR LIBRARY: Adult Books- At the
Water’s Edge by Sara Gruen, Memory Man by
David Baldacci, Dauntless by Dina Steiman.
Children’s Books- Escape from Lucien by
Kazu Kibuishi. Audio Books- Food, a Love
Story by Jim Gaffigan. DVD’s- Last Days in
Vietnam. Kid’s DVDs- Paddington.
FREE PASS: The Echo pass is available for all
Vermont residents and can be checked out for
two days.
FREE WI-FI: Public computers are available in
the library, free of charge, and wireless internet
can be accessed from the parking lot at any time.
The Islander, May 12, 2015 Page 9
Vermont Commons School Graduating Seniors
Begin Projects in Vermont Communities
“Part of our mission is to move students out of the classroom and into the world. Our students are learning from the
amazing people and opportunities in our area of Vermont,” says Mark Cline Lucey, Social Studies Department Chair and
advisor to the Vermont Commons School Class of 2015. At the end of the spring semester, seniors spend five weeks on
their Senior Projects instead of attending regular classes. Individual projects are designed and implemented by seniors
under the guidance of their faculty advisor. The goals of this program are to encourage students to take responsibility
for their own learning, to provide seniors with time to reflect on their experiences at Vermont Commons School, and to
pursue intensive study on a topic of their choosing. “This is a great way for our seniors to explore their own interests and
possible paths of work and study,” adds Mark.
South Hero resident Eli Hulse has always been drawn to criminal justice and legal systems. “Over the past year, I
have been reading introductory law textbooks on constitutional and criminal law,” he says. “This Senior Project will give
me the opportunity to experience how the information I have learned can be applied to the real world judicial system.”
Eli plans to spend most of his time in the courtroom, observing prosecutors and defense counsel, conferencing with
presiding judges, meeting with and interacting with police officers and other officials, observing trials, and reading court
documents. Eli has his eyes on law school. “By working with a lawyer now, I can start pursuing this career early. By starting
this internship now, I will be able to use the knowledge I gain to apply for internships during college and law school.”
Adrian Kelly, also a resident of South Hero, has had a lifelong fascination with electronics, and the design process
in particular. Adrian will be working alongside electrical engineer Oliver Kehil to gain insight into the industry. Adrian
reflects in his proposal, “I have been designing and building electronics and mechanical assemblies on my own for many
years, but do not have experience with how engineering works in the professional world. This mentorship would be a
valuable opportunity to see how an engineer works within a large organization, what the consulting world is like, and to
get mentoring and advice from an experienced electrical engineer.”
The Senior Projects mark a transition point for the seniors; the program allows them to creatively tie together their
personal interests and academic experiences as they make the transition from high school to future pursuits. The seniors
will return to Vermont Commons in late May to present their experiences. For more information, please contact Mary
Hamilton, Director of Advancement and Strategic Growth, at 802-865-8084 ext. 16 or mhamilton@vermontcommons.
org.
Eli Huse
Adrian Kelly
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Iceland: A Land of Glaciers, Geysers, and Aurora Borealis
By Lyn Jarvis
“Why would you ever want to go to Iceland in the middle of winter?” my skeptical friends asked. As it turned out, it was some 10 degrees warmer than back in
Vermont and surely a splendid time to visit this remote country. Iceland is about the same size as Vermont and
Maine, but our populations are ten times that of theirs…just over 300,000 people on the entire island. Our
adventure began in the capital city of Reykjavik, home to half the population. It’s a fascinating city and easily
explored on foot. Considered one of the world’s oldest democracies, their government, called Althing, was
established by the Vikings in 930. You walk past their Parliament House and the Lutheran Church where Iceland
officially endorsed their independence in 1845.
Along with the old, there is the new. When I saw the Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Center, it took
my breath away. Opening in May of 2011, it was recipient of the World Architect Award. It is the home of the
Icelandic Symphony Orchestra and Opera. It has four concert halls, the largest seating some 1,800 patrons. This
architectural wonder is already attracting musicians and business leaders from around the world.
Reykjavik is close to many of Iceland’s
natural wonders such as the Silfar Fissure, a crack between continents formed by the constant
pulling apart of tectonic plates. At Thingvellir, one can experience the thrill of walking between
the North American and Eurasian plates. Nearby is the Strokkur Geyser that erupts every few
minutes shooting hot water some 100 feet in the air. Surrounded by hot water springs, all this
geothermal energy provides water that has to be cooled, not heated, before using. Gullfoss, the
Golden Waterfalls, is located on the upper part of the River Hvita. The rushing water cascades
down two steps that empty into a mile long canyon. When the light is right, a rainbow completes
this majestic view.
In winter, the sun rises about 10 am and sets seven hours later making for short days of
sightseeing. It was pitch black at 9:30 am when we boarded a commuter plane for Hofn, a
prosperous fishing village, southeast of Reykjavik. From here we explored majestic glaciers
nestled in the mountain valleys, like Vatnajokull, the largest in Iceland, with 30 tongues. It covers
an area of 5,000 square miles with an average thickness of 1,300 feet. The Jokulsarlon Lagoon
was breathtakingly beautiful with icebergs floating to the sea. They were met by pounding waves that pushed them back to lay like scattered gems on black velvet sand.
And as impressive as all this, are the Icelandic horses. Vikings brought them here more than a thousand years ago and it is the purest breed of horse in the world.
For centuries they were the only means of transport carrying people, supplies, and mail over mountains, rivers, lava fields, and even glaciers.
When in Hofn, we met Runolfur Hauksson, tour guide and photographer. On our last night in Iceland he took us to his favorite place to photograph the northern
lights, a remote beach on the North Atlantic. What a thrill it was to stand on a wind-swept beach with the aurora borealis dancing overhead.
I hope my notes will inspire you to consider Iceland as a travel destination It is easy to get there and very nice people will take good care of you. In the meantime,
my video tour of Iceland will be aired on Across the Fence seen on Thursday, May
14 on WCAX-TV at 12:10 pm.
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Islands Center at Knight Point State Park Gearing
Up for Summer Season
The Islands Center at Knight Point State Park, a non-profit organization that provides programming in the
Park in North Hero under the Big Tent, announces its eighth summer season of concerts, and 10th annual
Fireworks Extravaganza!
The Fireworks will be held on Friday, July 3rd, with festivities starting at 5 p.m. There will be food, fun for
the kids, music, and free admission, donations gratefully accepted. Concerts are held on Tuesdays starting July
14th. Returning favorite artists include Starline Rhythm Boys, Mango Jam, Jenni Johnson and the Junketeers
and Jimmy T. The Mike Smith Memorial Car Show will be held on Sunday, August 23rd. Shakespeare lovers
will be glad to know that the Vermont Shakespeare Company will present Romeo and Juliet on August 1 and
2 in the Park.
The Islands Center Board is looking for a few good volunteers! Sponsors are also needed for the concerts in
order to keep the cost of tickets to $5 for adults. Kids under 12 are always free.
If you are interested, contact the Lake Champlain
Islands Economic Development Corp. at 372-8400.
T H E I S L A N D HU B
The Big Tent is also available for rental. Call for rates
May 17 8 ~ Noon
Adults $8 Kids 4-10 $5
for your event.
Under 3 - Free
1 Hyde Rd. Grand Isle
bus day trip to
akwesasne mohawk casino
hogansburg, new york
Monday,June 1st • $35 per person
FREE EXTRAS including:
$15 free slot play • $10 buffet coupon
Free Coffee & Donuts • Bottled Water
Movies Aboard
bus departs: 7:00 am.
Meet at Milton Park & Ride off
Call Barbara
I89 Exit 17 between 6:45 - 7:00
802-829-7403
Depart Casino at 4:30pm
Leave message
Appetizers on Porch
French Countryside
Tasting Dinner
with
Donald MacDonald of
Farrell Distributing
May Schedule
Chateau Routas Rose
Les Hauts de Lagarde
Bourdeaux Blanc
Pistachio & Chevre Apricots
Artichoke & Ramp Tarlets
Bila~Haut Cotes du
Roussillon Blanc
Calmel & Joseph Villa Blanche Syrah
Charcuterie Display with Accompaniments
Family-Style Dinner
Pascal Bouchard Petit Chablis
Chateau Haut~Montplaisir Cahors
Salmon Provencal with Lemon~Arugula Mashed Potatoes
Tarragon Greens
Peche Imperiale
Island Homemade’s French Vanilla Ice Cream
with Gingered Fruit Trio
Friday, May 22, 2015
6:00 -9:00 p.m. $75 per guest
Reservations Required.
Please Call 372.5024
GRAND Isle LAKE HOUSE
The Islander, May 12, 2015 Page 12
International Migratory
Bird Day Open House
Come celebrate migratory birds at the Missisquoi
National Wildlife Refuge on May 16. Bring your
binoculars and join guided tours as we count the
many different species of birds using the refuge
on foot and by boat. Over 180 species can use the
refuge in the Spring. Meet at the Refuge Visitors
Center at 7:30 am. From 7:45 to 11 am the bird
survey will be conducted. Join other birders for lunch
from 11:45 am to 1 pm where the count summary
will be announced, followed by a guest speaker at 1
pm. Enjoy the art show by local artist all day.
The Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge is
located at 29 Tabor Road in Swanton, VT. For more
information call 802-868-4781.
Finding Your Scottish
Ancestors
Dick’s
Repair Shop
LLC
Parts Plus Car Care Center
79 Allen Road
Grand Isle, VT
802-372-6651
Roger & Rosemary Rabideau
Grand Isle
News
Julie Dickie
grandislenews@yahoo.com
WALK/RUN/ROLL FOR CHOCOLATE 5K
We were gifted a beautiful blue skied
morning on May 2, as approximately 60
community folk turned out for the fun
Will Walk/Run/Roll for Chocolate 5K. This
informal event had participants walking
through the scenic Grand Isle State Park,
and groups and individuals of all ages
stopped to get their goofy fun on at four
different stations set up throughout the park
to participate in jump roping, potato sack
races, hula hooping and toss the ball games
to earn more chances to win one of the five
gift baskets graciously donated by Vermont
Nut Free Chocolates.
This free community event was organized
by the Grand Isle Recreation Committee.
We thank all who came out to enjoy the
weather, community and a special thank
you to Vermont Nut Free Chocolates for their
support!
com
NEW BOOKS: Every Fifteen Minutes by
Lisa Scottoline, An Ember In The Ashes: a
novel by Sabaa Tahir.
TRUSTEES INFO: Trustees meet on the
second Monday of even numbered months
at 6 pm, and the public is always welcome to
attend.
WEEKLY EVENTS: Story Time is back!
Come listen to a great book at 10 am on
Wednesdays.
FIBER NIGHT: We meet every Thursday
at 6:30 - 8 pm. Do you knit, crochet, sew,
quilt, or do any other type of fiber craft?
Are you interested in learning a fiber craft?
Please join us for an enjoyable evening at
the library. We teach, help solve problems,
share experiences and just have a good time.
Don’t have tools or materials, no problem we have plenty to share. Come join the fun!
HOURS: Tuesday- 1 to 8 pm, Wednesday9 am to noon, Thursday- 4 to 8 pm and
Saturday- 9 am to 3 pm.
Check out the Library Blog at
grandislefreelibraryvt.wordpress.com,
and Like us on Facebook at https://www.
facebook.com/GrandIsleFreePublicLibrary.
You don’t have to travel to Scotland to find
documentation for your Scottish ancestors. On
Saturday, May 16, Sheila Morris will give you
important tips on how to trace your ancestors in
Scotland, including a list of the best internet sites
to use. This class is being held at the Vermont
Genealogy Library at 377 Hegeman Ave., Fort Ethan
Allen, in Colchester. The class will run from 10:30 to
noon and costs $5.
The Vermont Genealogy Library is also open for
research Tuesdays 3 pm to 9:30, and Saturdays from
10 am to 4 pm. For more information please visit
http://www.vtgenlib.org.
Flea Markets Begin
Everyone has been waiting for the flea market
season and the first one of the season will be held
inside and outside, weather permitting, at the St.
Amadeus Parish Center in Alburgh. The first market
of the season is Saturday, May 16 from 9 am to 2
pm. Vendors must reserve their tables in advance at
the cost of $12 per table. Call Maurice Gauthier at
802-796-4418 to reserve yours. A snack bar will be
on site.
Boating Safety Class
Offered
Apple Island Resort community center will have
its first boating safety class of the season starting
May 18. The nine hour Boat Vermont Boating Safety
Course is free, and participants will receive their
license to operate a boat in Vermont. The class will
be held Monday May 18, Wednesday May 20, and
Thursday May 21. Contact Apple Island Marina or
Dean Jennings for more information at 802-3723922 or 540-287-5659.
FREE METAL DAY
Free Metal Day is May 16 from 8 am to 2
pm at the Grand Isle Transfer Station. The
event is open to all Island residents.
TOWN LIBRARY NEWS
By: Kathy Tulissi, Library Director
802-372-4797, grandislefreelibrary@hotmail.
Walk/Run/Roll for Chocolate 5K Participants
LEGAL
NOTICES
your side of the story, and the Court may
decide against you and award the Plaintiff
everything asked for in the complaint.
6.
STATE OF VERMONT
SUPERIOR COURT
CIVIL DIVISION
Grand Isle Unit
Docket No. 16-3-15 Gicv
Vermont Federal Credit Union,
Plaintiff
v.
Jennifer Johannes, Jeffrey Thibault
and Occupants residing at
3680 Main Street, Isle LaMotte, Vermont,
Defendants
SUMMONS & ORDER
FOR PUBLICATION
THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO: Jennifer
Johannes
1.
YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff
has started a lawsuit against you. A copy
of the Plaintiff ’s Complaint against you is
on file and may be obtained at the office of
the clerk of this court, Vermont Superior
Court, Civil Division, Grand Isle Unit,
PO Box 7, North Hero, Vermont. Do not
throw this paper away. It is an official
paper that affects your rights.
2.
3.
PLAINTIFF’S CLAIM. Plaintiff ’s claim
is a Complaint in Foreclosure which
alleges that you have breached the terms
of a Promissory Note and Mortgage Deed
dated May 15, 2007. Plaintiff ’s action
may effect your interest in the property
described in the Land Records of the
Town of Isle LaMotte at Volume 41, Page
172. The Complaint also seeks relief on
the Promissory Note executed by you. A
copy of the Complaint is on file and may
be obtained at the Office of the Clerk of
the Superior Court for the County of
Grand Isle, State of Vermont.
YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 41 DAYS
TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You
must give or mail the Plaintiff a written
response called an Answer within 41 days
after the date on which this Summons was
first published, which is June 22, 2015.
You must send a copy of your answer to
the Plaintiff or the Plaintiff ’s attorney,
Grant C. Rees, located at 30 Kimball
Avenue, Suite 307, South Burlington, VT
05403. You must also give or mail your
Answer to the Court located at P.O. Box
7, South Hero, Vermont.
4.
YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH
CLAIM. The Answer is your written
response to the Plaintiff ’s Complaint. In
your Answer you must state whether you
agree or disagree with each paragraph of
the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff
should not be given everything asked for
in the Complaint, you must say so in your
Answer.
5.
YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU
DO NOT GIVE YOUR WRITTEN
ANSWER TO THE COURT. If you
do not Answer within 41 days after the
date on which this Summons was first
published and file it with the Court, you
will lose this case. You will not get to tell
YOU MUST MAKE ANY CLAIMS
AGAINST THE PLAINTIFF IN YOUR
REPLY. Your Answer must state any
related legal claims you have against the
Plaintiff. Your claims against the Plaintiff
are called Counterclaims. If you do not
make your Counterclaims in writing in
your answer you may not be able to bring
them up at all. Even if you have insurance
and the insurance company will defend
you, you must still file any Counterclaims
you may have.
7.
LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish
to get legal help from a lawyer. If you
cannot afford a lawyer, you should ask the
court clerk for information about places
where you can get free legal help. Even
if you cannot get legal help, you must
still give the court a written Answer to
protect your rights or you may lose the
case.
ORDER
The Affidavit duly filed in this action shows
that service cannot be made with due diligence by any
of the methods provided in Rules 4(d)-(f), (k), or (l) of
the Vermont Rules of Civil Procedure. Accordingly, it
is ORDERED that service of the Summons set forth
above shall be made upon the Defendant, Jennifer
Johannes, by publication as provided in Rule[s] [4(d)
(l) and] 4(g) of those Rules.
This order shall be published once a week for
3 weeks beginning on May 12, 2015 in The Islander,
a newspaper of general circulation in Grand Isle
County, and a copy of this summons and order as
published shall be mailed to the Defendant, Jennifer
Johannes, if an address is known.
Dated at South Hero, Vermont this 1st day of May,
2015.
Hon. A. Gregory Rainville
Vermont Superior Court
Civil Division, Grand Isle Unit
Town of Alburgh Request for Proposal:
Hauling Trash & Household Refuge
The Town of Alburgh is seeking bids to haul full
container loads of trash and household refuge to
begin July 1st. One company will be awarded trash
and household refuge hauling.
The Islander, May 12, 2015 Page 13
INVITATION TO BID
The Town of Alburgh is accepting bids for the 2015
season for mowing, trimming, picking up branches
and doing general trimming of shrubbery and
greenery as needed at the following locations:
-Town Office: Includes office lawn and lawn around
firehouse
-Industrial Park: Includes both sides of the roadway
-Senior Building and Park on Winters Lane behind
Senior Building
-West Shore: Parcel bordering Route 2 and West
Shore Rd
- Historical Society: Building next to Town Offices
-Town Beach – East Alburgh
Bids must be received at the Town Office by Friday,
May 22 at noon in a sealed envelope and proof of
insurance must accompany the bid. If you have
any questions regarding this bid. Please contact the
Town Office at 802-796-3468.
Town of Alburgh Request for Proposal:
Cleaning
The Town of Alburgh is seeking bids to clean the
Alburgh Town Office, located at 1 North Main
Street, to begin July 1st.
Weekly cleaning duties include, but are not limited
to:
-Vacuuming
-weekly
-Dusting -weekly
-Bathrooms -weekly
-Mopping floors
-weekly
-Windows
-front windows as needed
-all windows twice per year
-Trash
-weekly at desks – stored in storage room
Bids must be sealed and received at the Town
Office, 1 North Main Street, Alburgh, VT 05440 by
Tuesday, June 23nd at five PM.
Bids will be open at the Selectboard meeting June
23rd, 2015 scheduled to begin at 7PM.
Proof of insurance must accompany the bid. If
you have any questions regarding this bid, please
contact the Alburgh Town Clerk at 802-796-3468.
The Town of Alburgh reserves the right to accept or
reject any or all bids.
Trash & Household Refuge
FROM:Alburgh Transfer Station
10 Dump Road
Alburgh, VT 05440
Trash
TO:
Constable, NY 12926
Freight will be weighed at landfill.
Household Refuge
TO:
Constable, NY 12926
Trucks for both to handle up to 20 ton / roll-off
container; on call basis. All receipts and weight
slips to be returned to Alburgh Town Treasurer
with invoice for payment. Bids must be sealed and
received by Tuesday, June 23rd at 5PM. Bids will
be opened at Selectboard meeting on June 23rd ,
scheduled to begin at 7PM.
Alburgh Town Office
1 North Main Street
Alburgh, VT 05440
Proof of insurance and performance bond must
accompany the bid. If you have any questions
regarding this bid, please contact the Alburgh Town
Treasurer at 802-796-3468. The Town of Alburgh
reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.
CONTINUED
ON PAGE 14
The Islander, May 12, 2015 Page 14
LEGAL
NOTICES
CONTINUED
FROM PAGE 13
Thank You for a Great Green-Up Day!
South Hero Land Trust would like to thank the wonderful volunteers of Green-Up Day for their
hard work! Over 150 community members turned out to clean up the streets, shorelines, and trails of
South Hero- and our town looks beautiful! From South Street to White’s Beach, Eagle Camp Road to
Round Pond State Park- South Hero is ready for summer adventures! Thank you for your time, energy,
and community spirit, and thanks also to our generous partners, sponsors, and donors who made
Green Up Day a success, and helped put on our Annual Green-Up Day BBQ: the Naud/Pendolino
Family, Marco diCarlo, Eben and Tessa of the Broken Arrow Café, Canamak Farms, Island Homemade
Ice Cream, Wally’s Place, the South Hero Recreation Commission, the South Hero Select Board, and
the Lake Champlain Land Trust.
PROPOSED STATE RULES
COMBINED NOTICE OF TAX SALE
The resident and non-resident owners, lien holders,
mortgagees and all persons interested in the purchase
of land in the Town of Isle La Motte, County of Grand
Isle and State of Vermont, are hereby notified that
the taxes assessed by such Town for the 2014-2015
and prior fiscal years remain, either in whole or in
part, unpaid on the following described lands and/or
premises situated in the Town of Isle La Motte:
Property No. 1:
Property located at 779 Main Street, together with
any buildings and improvements thereon, owned by
Richard L. Brigham and John Reynolds, being the
lands and premises conveyed to them by Warranty
Deed of Carol Mashtare, dated August 12, 2011, and
recorded in Volume 46, at Pages 350-352, of the Town
of Isle La Motte Land Records.
Property No. 2:
Property located at 80 Noble Hill Road, together with
any buildings and improvements
thereon,
owned by Edward H. Lacross and Yvonne M.
Lacross, being a portion of the lands and
premises, conveyed to them by Warranty Deed of John J. Yaratz, II, dated November 24,
2009, recorded in Volume 44, at Pages 523525, and being a portion of the lands and premises, conveyed to them by Warranty Deed of John J. Yaratz,
II, dated December 10, 2010 and recorded in
Volume 45, at Pages 476-478 of the Town of Isle
La Motte Land Records.
Property No. 3:
Property located at 1555 Main Street, together with
any buildings and improvements thereon, owned
by Jeremy Langlois, being the lands and premises
conveyed to him by Quit Claim Deed of Melissa
Langlois, dated July 13, 2011, and recorded in Volume
46, at Pages 622-624, of the Town of Isle La Motte
Land Records.
Property No. 4:
Property located at 1219 West Shore Road,
together with any buildings and I m p r o v e m e n t s
thereon, owned by Timothy H. Olson, being a
portion of the lands and premises, conveyed to
him by Warranty Deed of Richard A. Olson, dated October 10, 1995, and recorded in Volume 25,
at Pages 279-280, and by Warranty Deed of
Loren S. Bristol, dated October 3, 1995, and recorded
in Volume 25, at Pages 281-282 of the Town of Isle La
Motte Land Records.
By law, public notice of proposed rules must be given by publication in
newspapers of record. The purpose of these notices is to give the public a
chance to respond to the proposals. The public notices for administrative
rules are now also available online at http://secure.vermont.gove/SOS/
rules/. The law requires an agency to hold a public hearing on a proposed
rule, if requested to do so in writing by 25 persons or an association having
at least 25 members.
To make special arrangements for individuals with disabilities or special
needs please call or write the contact person listed below as soon as possible.
To get a copy of a rule or make suggestions to the agency, call or write the
contact person listed below. You may also comment on the proposal by
writing the Legislative Committee on Administrative Rules, State House,
Montpelier, Vermont 05602 (828-2231).
North Hero, VT
(802)372-9514
10 V.S.A. Appendix § 4 Bow and Arrow Hunting; § 22 Turkey Rule.
Vermont Proposed Rule: 15P029
AGENCY: Vermont Fish and Wildlife Board
CONCISE SUMMARY: The amendment allows the Department of Fish and
Wildlife to establish specific methods of taking turkeys.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: Catherine Gjessing Vermont
Fish and Wildlife Department 1 National Life Building, Davis 2 Montpelier,
VT 05620-3702 Tel: 802-595-3331 Fax: 802-828-1250 Email: catherine.
gjessing@state.vt.us URL: http://www.vtfishandwildlife.com/laws_rules.
cfm.
FOR COPIES: Mark Scott Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department 1 National
Life Building, Davis 2 Montpelier, VT 05620-3702 Tel: 802-777-4217 Fax:
802-828-1250 Email: mark.scott@state.vt.us.
10 V.S.A. Appendix § 33 Moose Management Rule.
Vermont Proposed Rule: 15P030
AGENCY: Vermont Fish and Wildlife Board
CONCISE SUMMARY: The amendments define antlered moose and
crossbows, allows the use of crossbows during any season that allows
the use of a bow and arrow, extends the time that a moose permit holder
is eligible for another moose permit from 3 to 5 years, mandates the
collection of moose parts for scientific analysis, and updates the rule to
conform with recent statutory changes.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: Catherine Gjessing Vermont
Fish and Wildlife Department 1 National Life Building, Davis 2 Montpelier,
VT 05620-3702 Tel: 802-595-3331 Fax: 802-828-1250 Email: catherine.
gjessing@state.vt.us URL: http://www.vtfishandwildlife.com/laws_rules.
cfm.
FOR COPIES: Mark Scott Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department 1
National Life Building, Davis 2 Montpelier, VT 05620-3702 Tel: 802-7774217 Fax: 802-828-1250 Email: mark.scott@state.vt.us.
WARNING OF ANNUAL MEETING
SOUTH ALBURGH FIRE DISTRICT NO. 2
Monday, June 8, 2015; 7:00 PM
Alburgh Municipal Conference Room,
Town Offices
On the agenda will be the following articles and
items: Chairman’s Welcome, including reading of
the Annual Meeting Notice and review of meeting
procedures; Chairman’s Report; Treasurer’s Report;
Budget for fiscal year beginning 1 July 2015; Election
of Clerk (1 year term), Treasurer (1 year term), Tax
Collector (1 year term), and Prudential Committee
Member (one 3 year term); and Additional pertinent
business for discussion.
Said lands and/or premises will be sold at
a public auction at the Town Offices, 2272 Main
Street, Isle La Motte, Vermont, on Tuesday, June 9,
2015, at one o’clock in the afternoon, to discharge
such taxes with costs, unless the same are previously
paid. Information regarding the amount of taxes due
may be obtained at the offices of Robert E. Fletcher,
Esq., Stitzel, Page & Fletcher, P.C., P.O. Box 1507,
Burlington, Vermont 05402-1507, (802) 660‑2555.
DATED at Isle La Motte, in the County of
Grand Isle and State of Vermont, this 10th day of
April, 2015
/s/ Mary LaBrecque
Delinquent Tax Collector
Town of Isle La Motte
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ISLANDER@VERMONTISLANDER.COM
You can also call 802-372-5600 or stop in at
21 Sunset View Rd., South Hero
To the Editor,
We are writing
as two former North
Hero school board
directors. We served
when it was far
easier to be on the
board of a small
elementary
school
in rural Vermont. We
see how very difficult it has become to organize
small schools which provide the benefits of a
neighborhood school for the youngest pupils
while obtaining the breadth of programs and
the economies of scale enjoyed by larger
schools. And the statewide decline in enrollment
exacerbates the problems.
Happily, we have seen a ray of hope. That
ray is the report from GISU “Joint Services Study
Committee.” The full report can be found on the
GISU web site or directly at www.GISU.org/
jointServicesStudyV2.pdf .
The well documented report that goes on
for 79 pages; we recommend that you skim the
introductory portion and then go directly to pages
26 to 29. Those pages present an intriguing
proposal, to wit that a multi school program
called “Age-Based Learning Bands” (ABLB?)
be instituted. At its core, ABLB would integrate
the schools of Grand Isle, North Hero and Isle
la Motte without closing any buildings. Rather,
ABLB would keep students in Grades K-1 at
their local buildings; Isle la Motte and North Hero
would combine grades 2-4, all three towns would
combine grades 5-8. Class sizes would go from
miniscule to close to the recommended sizes.
Eight of the 25 class rooms in the three school
buildings class rooms would become available
for other purposes. Two could be rented to the
GISU and others would become flex space. The
larger class sizes would provide many of the
learning, playing and socialization benefits of
larger schools and the flex space could be used
for integrated arts classes (music/art/technology)
and small group breakout rooms. What a
marvelous use of existing assets!
The report marks the completion of the
Committee’s initial work and at least one school
board is reviewing the data and deciding if there
is merit in taking further steps. Such steps include
obtaining state grants for a “Joint Services
Analysis and Implementation” (up to $10,000
available reimbursement) or a “Union School
Analysis” (up to $20,000 reimbursement).
We urge residents of all towns to strongly
encourage their School Boards to take one
of these next steps in considering significant
collaboration between our schools. We see this
as a unique opportunity to take positive action
which could prevent the complete closing of two
of the state’s tiniest schools.
- Paul Cheeseman and Bart Wilcox, North
Hero
To the Editor,
This is a plea from man’s best friend, be it
a dog or cat. No heart in all the world is more
grateful for the loving and kindness that we
animals depend on you humans We are domestic
animals that need food, water, health needs,
shelter, love, hugs, and protection from abuse.
We dogs and cats and also our animals out
there need a voice to speak out. Summer is here
and families open their camps and spend summer
with family and children. It is not a good idea to
take a dog or cat, rabbit, or whatever animal for
the kids to enjoy for the summer months and
the leave these animals behind come the end of
summer. Animals are not a summer toy for your
kids.
Swimming in Lake Champlain is fun for kids.
Boating is fun for kids. Fishing is fun for kids.
Hiking is fun for kids. We need to teach our kids
to love, respect, take care of animals and not
think they are toys for the summer months. No
you people cannot leave animals behind when
you feel your vacation is over. Vermont is a
great place for family vacation. We in Vermont
care about our animals. Come the fall season
when we Vermonters see dogs, cats, rabbits
and other animals left behind it breaks our heart.
We Vermonters open our state with our hearts,
to campers, tourist, and enjoy people coming to
the great state of Vermont. We Vermonters have
pride.
We Vermonters ask that you come to our great
state and enjoy our peace, our Lake Champlain,
our great sunsets, our calm lake and our great
fishing. And above all our great friendship
Happy summer to all!
Helen Rosen, Alburgh
The Islander, May 12, 2015 Page 15
LOW MAINTENANCE
GARDENS
The most frequent request I receive is for low maintenance
garden designs. What does a low maintenance garden look like?
While it is quite possible to plant a low maintenance garden, no
garden is ever “no maintenance”. One mistake that homeowners
make all too often is to hire a company to install beautiful
foundation plantings, only to assume that they are finished and
ignore the garden for years to come.
It may seem counterintuitive, but the more you plant, the less
work you have in the garden. A garden that consists of a few shrubs,
plants, and lots of blank space is much harder to keep weeded
and looking nice than one that is full. Try planting perennials that
grow and have large canopies, like hosta or rodgersia (Rodger’s
flower) to keep weeds at bay. Groundcovers like creeping sedum
and ajuga reptans (bugle weed) can be used to fill in blank spaces
along a pathway or the front of the garden.
In order to keep maintenance to a minimum, be sure to select
plants that thrive in your area and garden conditions. As tempting
as it may be, the gorgeous delphinium at the garden center is not
going to do well in a soggy area, and it will need to be staked
even if it lives. Avoid the big box store impulse buys as many times
they are selling “perennials” that are not even rated for our USDA
Zones, 4b-5. Look for information on the tag provided in the
pot. If it says Zone 6, it won’t work on the Islands! USDA Zone
information can be found at http://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov.
Choose shrubs based on what their mature size will be, not how
big they are when you buy them. This will save you from a lot of
pruning. A slow growing dwarf lilac will be a better choice by the
house than its full size cousin that will be 12 feet tall with a 9 foot
spread in 10 years.
When you plan a new garden space, be sure to amend the soil
with LOTS of compost before you plant. For a new garden that is
10’x20’ count on adding about one cubic yard of compost. That
equates to 27 cubic feet, about 27 bags if you are not buying in
bulk. Add a light topdressing of compost each year to keep the
soil healthy. Plants use the nourishment from the soil each year, and
it needs to be replenished. Petroleum based fertilizers like 1010-10 do not enrich the soil, they simply give a burst of synthetic
nutrients to the plants. It has the same effect as trying to replace a
good night’s sleep with a Red Bull.
Tanya Retz is a North Hero resident and the owner of Mama’s
Gardens specializing in Garden Maintenance, Renovation and
Design. Her gardening tips will be featured in the second and forth
week of each month. Do you have questions about your garden
space, email Tanya at mamasgardens@gmail.com
The Islander, May 12, 2015 Page 16
IsLE LA MoTTE
News
Anita Bruley
avbruley14@hotmail.com
TOWN NEWS
The Town of Isle La Motte Select Board
gives public notice that they shall fill the
vacancy of Town Auditor, by appointment.
Please contact the Town Office for more
information. This appointment will be made
at a public meeting to be held on June 3,
2015 at 5:00 p.m., at the Town Hall, during a
regular scheduled Select Board meeting.
HAVE A GOOD WEEK!
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Found Property / Grand Isle
911 Hangup / Grand Isle
Fraud / South Hero
Assist Rescue / Grand Isle
Citizen Dispute / North Hero
Vehicle Crash / South Hero
Citizen Dispute / North Hero
Citizen Dispute / North Hero
Citizen Dispute / Alburgh
Vehicle Complaint / Grand Isle
Suspicious / North Hero
Suspicious / Grand Isle
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Citizen Assist / South Hero
Citizen Assist / Alburgh
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Vehicle Crash / Alburgh
Property Damage / Alburgh
License Suspended Criminal / Grand Isle
Citizen Assist / North Hero
Found Property / Alburgh
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VIN Inspection / Grand Isle
Citizen Assist / Grand Isle
Family Fight / Grand Isle
Citizen Dispute / Grand Isle
Assist Border Patrol / Alburgh
Citizen Assist / South Hero
Intoxication / Alburgh
Citizen Assist / South Hero
Restraining Order Violation / Grand Isle
Family Fight / Alburgh
Citizen Assist / North Hero
Suspicious / Grand Isle
Animal Problem / Alburgh
Assist VSP / Alburgh
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Theft / Grand Isle
Alarm / South Hero
Littering / Grand Isle
Assist Burlington PD / Grand Isle
911 Hangup / Isle La Motte
Assist Fire / Isle La Motte
Citizen Dispute / Alburgh
Assist Burlington PD / Grand Isle
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Littering / South Hero
Littering / Grand Isle
Vehicle Complaint / Alburgh
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Property Watch / South Hero
Assist Fire / North Hero
Abuse Prevention Order Violation / Alburgh
Vehicle Crash / Grand Isle
Theft / Alburgh
Animal Problem / North Hero
Assist Rescue / Alburgh
Vehicle Complaint / Grand Isle
Suspicious / South Hero
Citizen Assist / Alburgh
Suspicious / Isle La Motte
Citizen Assist / Alburgh
Spring Rummage Sale
Bring on the rummage! The tables are all set up
and the racks are all in place. The only thing missing
is your clean, out-grown clothes! That’s right, the
Rummage Sale is happening at the Lodge Hall on
South Street in South Hero. Items will be collected
until Tuesday, May 19, so there is still plenty of time
to do your closet clearing.
Drop your clean used clothing and small household
items at the hall. You can leave them on the steps to
the right side of the door as you face it if there is
no one there. If someone is there, it would be very
helpful if you would bring the bag downstairs.
Then, of course, come back Friday, May 22 from
3 to 6 pm and Saturday, May 23 from 8 to 11 am to
shop to your heart’s content. You never know what
bargains you will find, last year someone walked out
with an Irish knit cardigan, brand new and she paid
only 25 cents for it! Best bargains in town, come
check it out!
Annual
Roast Beef Dinner
On Saturday, May 23, a dinner to benefit the
North Hero Volunteer Fire Department will be held
at North Hero School on Route 2 in North Hero, VT.
Dinner will be served from 4:30 to 7 pm, admission is
$10 for adults and $5 for children under 12 years old.
Memorial Day
Weekend Barn and
Bake Sale
The Annual Memorial Day weekend barn and
bake sale will be held at the St. Rose of Lima Church
in South Hero on Saturday, May 23, and Sunday May
24. The sale will run from 8 am to 4 pm on Saturday,
and 9 am to 2 pm on Sunday.
Health Services
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Walter W. Burnett, D.M.D.
James S. Simollardes, D.D.S.
General Dentistry
Milton Dental
Associates, Inc.
33 School St.
Milton, VT 05468
893-2552
Al-Anon
1-866-972-5266
for friends & families of alcoholics
www.vermontalanonalateen.org
Milton
News
Lorinda A. Henry
lamoillecounty@yahoo.com
BURNING BAN
There is a burn permit ban in effect until
lifted by the State of Vermont due to the dry
weather conditions.
BIKE RODEO
The Milton Police Department Bicycle
Rodeo is coming up on Saturday, May 16.
From 10 am to 2 pm at the Police Department.
Bring your bike and your helmet for some fun
activities. The event is especially for children
in grades K-5. Safety, skills, bike inspection
and bike registration are all included.
YOUTH COALITION ARTFUL
FUNDRAISER
The Milton Community Youth Coalition
is excited to announce that it’s having a
Fundraiser at the Burlington Paint & Sip
on Tuesday, June 23, from 7-9 pm. The
Burlington Paint & Sip Studio features a
local artist who will instruct you step by step
through an original piece of art. At the end of
the night you’ll take home a one-of-a-kind
painting and hopefully a new found talent.
Registration is $40 and includes all materials.
25% of registration fees will be donated
back to the MCYC! There are limited spots
available so sign up soon! Preregistration
is required. To register, visit http://www.
burlingtonpaintandsip.com/event/1292/
Milton-Community-Youth-CoalitionFundraiser.
MILTON COMMUNITY BAND
WELCOMES NEW PLAYERS
The Milton Community Band is starting
up rehearsals again - we always welcome
new musicians, with no audition required.
Rehearsals are Tuesdays, 7 - 8:45 pm, at the
Milton Middle School band room, from May
5 - June 16. May 19 the rehearsal is at MHS
band room and the last two Tuesdays of
June, we will rehearse at the United Church
of Milton.
For more information: www.miltonband.
net
MILTON PTA FUNDRAISER
The Milton PTA has teamed up with the
Vermont Lake Monsters and has discounted
tickets available. The tickets are $6 each and
are for the Monday, June 29 game against
the Lowell Spinners, this is also planned
to be a Hot Dog Heaven night, .25 cent
hot dogs! Packets will be going home with
students next week, or contact me if you
are interested in purchasing tickets at 802363-2580. If you can’t make it on 6/29, these
tickets can be exchanged for any other home
game this season. Part of the purchase price
will benefit the Milton PTA,
MILTON MUSEUM
The Milton Historical Museum will be
open Saturday and Sunday, May 16 and 17
from 1 to 4 pm or by appointment.
COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE
The Spring Milton Community Blood
Drive is being held at the Fire Station,
on May 19, from noon to 6 pm. Heading
into the summer holidays, the need for
blood increases but the number of donors
decreases. Please consider yourself asked.
Also, please visit us at the Milton Rescue
Health and Safety Fair, on May 16. It’s a great
opportunity to ask questions and sign up to
give the gift of life.
GROOVY LUNCH BUNCH
Senior Meals served at the Arrowhead
Senior Center Wednesday & Friday unless
off-site meal is scheduled or center is closed.
The suggested donation is $ 4. All meals and
programs are sponsored by the Champlain
Valley Agency on Aging and are held at the
Milton Arrowhead Senior Citizens’ Center
unless otherwise noted. Seniors age 60
and over are welcome. Call Shirley early
at 802-893-1619 at least 25 hours ahead
for reservations. Discount Tickets are also
available for several area restaurants.
Wednesday, May 13 the school will be
using the Center so we will be going to the
new Lucky Buffet in Milton at 11:30 am. The
donation is $4. Please sign up with Kathy so
she will be able to let them know how many
will be attending. You can reach her at 802893-1035. The meal for Friday, May 15 is Corn
Chowder, Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken
and Croutons, and Fruit Filled Cookie.
May 20 will be Tomato Topped Meatloaf,
Garlic Mashed, Creamed Spinach, Roll, and
Chocolate Pudding. May 22, Baked Ham au
jus, Creamy Scalloped Potatoes, Peas and
Onions, Wheat Roll, and Tropical Fruit. There
will be Bingo on May 20.
Milton Seniors mourn the passing of three
old friends: Rosemary Farr, 6/9/20 – 3/27/15;
Loretta Beaupre, 7/31/14 – 3/31/15; and Jim
Lyons, 7/7/42 – 4/15/15. We had a lot of good
times. Our thoughts are with you.
JOIN A VETERANS’ BOOK GROUP
The Vermont Council on the Humanities
has organized a series of book discussions
especially for veterans. Standing Together:
Veterans Book Groups use literature and
discussion to offer an informal setting for
veterans to connect with one another, share
their experiences, and strengthen their sense
of community. Participants will receive free
copies of all readings, and a light dinner will
be provided. The groups are free of charge
but do require pre-registration. The nearest
one to Milton will be in South Burlington at
the South Burlington Vet Center Mondays,
5-6:30 pm. Dates are June 1, June 15, June
29, July 13, and July 27. The group is open
to former service members who served in
combat situations; pre-registration required.
To register for this group, contact Marie
Milord at marie.milord@va.gov or 802-8621806.
RECREATION CALENDAR
Can you beat last year’s record of 137
pounds? Pick up your seeds and join Milton’s
Giant Pumpkin Growing Contest for FREE.
May 15 – MHS Coffee House
May 16 – Health & Safety Fair
May 17-23 – EMS Week
May 25 – Memorial Day
May 27 – National Senior Health & Fitness
Day
May 30 – Milton Community Yard Sale
Day
FALL SOCCER
Registration for Fall Soccer in Milton
opens May 1 and closes June 30, 2015. There
are two different programs:
1) Recreational program for players
entering Pre-K through 5th grade in the
fall. The cost is $45 per child with a $15 early
bird discount if you register before June 1st.
No uniforms are needed, T-shirts will be
provided. Please update your child’s school
grade level for Fall when you register. For
more detailed information on this program
please go to our newly designed and updated
website at www.miltonyouthsoccer.org and
click on the tab “recreational program”.
2) VSA Competitive Fall Soccer for U10
and U12 players (Birthdates 8/1/03 to 7/31/07)
This is a competitive league that practices
twice a week and has games on Sunday at
Tree Farm in Essex. Uniforms are needed
(same as Spring Competitive uniform) and
information on ordering will be sent at a
later date.
To register, you may click the link below
The Islander, May 12, 2015 Page 17
•CHURCH SERVICES•
Congregational Church of South Hero, U.C.C.
SUNDAY WORSHIP 10 A.M.
NURSERY CARE AGES 5 AND UNDER
SUNDAY SCHOOL 8:45A.M. AGES 5 THRU GRADE 6
We Invite and Welcome Everyone.
Pastor: Rev. Cordelia Burpee
24 South St., South Hero, VT 05486
Tel: 802-372-4962 E-mail: ccshvt@gmail.com
www.vtcucc.org/South_Hero •www.facebook.com/CCSHVT
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 3pm
Free Community Supper 2nd Friday each month 5:30-7pm
Island Roman Catholic Parishes
Serving the churches of Alburgh, Grand Isle,
Isle La Motte & South Hero
MASS SCHEDULE
St. Amadeus, Alburgh- Sunday: 10:30 a.m.
St. Joseph, Grand Isle- Sunday: 9:00 a.m.
St. Joseph, Isle La Motte- Saturday: 6:00 p.m.
St. Rose of Lima, South HeroSaturday: 4:00 p.m.
St. Amadeus Office 796-3481
St. Rose of Lima Office 372-4092
Champlain Islands Parish
Services
Rev. Hyungyong Choi
Isle La Motte
United Methodist
Church Sunday
8:00 am
North Hero
United Methodist
Church Worship
9:30 a.
Grand Isle Methodist
Church Worship 11am
The Churches with...
OPEN HEARTS...
OPEN MINDS...
OPEN DOORS...
Parish Office 372-6638
UNION BIBLE CHURCH
Main St., Route 2, Alburgh, VT
Dr. John C. Kehoe, Pastor
796-3055
Independent—Bible Believing—Gospel Preaching
SUNDAY School & Bible Study _______ 9:30AM
SUNDAY Worship__________________ 10:30AM
WEDNESDAY Prayer Mtg. & Bible Study 7:00PM
WEDNESDAY Children's Bible Club____ 7:00PM
“A Friendly and Joyful Welcome Awaits You”
Nursery Provided at all Services
website: www.unionbiblechurch.org
GOD'S LITTLE BROWN CHURCH
A non-denominational
GCMF affiliated Church
CORNER ROUTE 2 AND ROUTE 129
SOUTH ALBURGH, VERMONT 05440
REV. C. ANDREW CHRYSLER, PASTOR
(802)782-9384 WWW.GLBCVT.ORG
“God’s Word has the answer”
WORSHIP......SUNDAY 10:00 AM
BIBLE STUDY/PRAYER-WEDNESDAY 6:30 PM
THE BORDERS
REGIONAL MINISTRY
Episcopal Diocese of VT & Anglican Diocese of Montreal
www.diovermont.org www.montreal.anglican.ca
Sunday, May 17th at 10 a.m.
St. George’s, Clarenceville
Take Alburgh-Noyan border crossing
Right on Route 202 – 3 miles to the village
The Rev. Thora L. Chadwick 802-863-8036
pastor@bordersregionalministry.org
the program you are interested in, or visit our
website at miltonyouthsoccer.org. Players
going into 6th grade in the fall can play VSA
Competitive or for the Middle School Team.
We are always looking for volunteer
coaches. Please consider helping out the
program!
Coaching applications can be found
under the Forms and Policies tab on the
website.
The Islander, May 12, 2015 Page 18
-FOR RENT-
--------------------------------SOUTH HERO VILLAGE. 1 bedroom modern
apartment with washer/dryer, located in
quiet neighborhood, one mile from SH Village. Parking for 1 vehicle and no pets allowed.
References required. $850 per month with utilities include. Last months rent and security deposit required. Please phone 802-917-3570 5/12
--------------------------------Camp for Rent! 2 bedroom. Full kitchen, shower,
bath. Dining, living area. Off of Lake Champlain on
14 West Shore Rd., Alburgh, VT Call 802-796-3513
5/19
-EMPLOYMENT-
-FOR SALE-
--------------------------------9th Annual PERENNIAL PLANT SALE! We’re
dividing our overflowing gardens and selling a
wide variety of both young and mature perennials that grow here in the islands. Memorial Day
Weekend, Friday 3-6, Saturday & Sunday 9-4. 315
Route 2, Grand Isle. I can email my picture list(s)
to you - you place an order and I dig it! dbanks@
together.net 372-8716
--------------------------------Manual Shoremaster Boat lift up to 2500 lbs.
Contact 802-999-9723 5/19
--------------------------------Screened Topsoil. $27/yard. Delivery available.
802-372-4819 BTFN
--------------------------------It’s Time to Think Summer! Wooden stairs with 4x4
deck ready to be assembled to above ground pool
$500.00 Sand filter 3 yeras old $300.00 Pool heater
with pipes $200.00 Assorted pool toys. Call 8026903 after 6 pm. 5/26
--------------------------------BOAT: 1996 205 Bayliner trophy walk around, 150
HP Mercury. Low hours, fresh water. Full canvas,
galvanized trailer, Cannon Tournament Fish finder, GPS, VHF, AM?FM radio cassette, ready to go,
Grand Isle. $10,000 802-372-5596 5/24
--------------------------------1998 CAMARY - 210K, serviced regularly, runs well.
Everything works. Inspected $1950. 802-796-3655
5/19
--------------------------------‘02 Harley Road King. Fresh everything. Ready
to go. 50MPG. Call for details. 802-372-4809
--------------------------------Large, 18th century pine stepback cupboard.
Top glass doors, bottom/pie doors. Very good
condition. $1800. 802-372-3091
--------------------------------Reliance 40 gallon electric Hot Water Heather.
New. $285. 802-928-3259 5/12
--------------------------------FARMHOUSE + BARN. 3 acres in Grand Isle, by
owner. www.107allenroadgrandisle.com 802372-5379 5/26
-WANTED-
--------------------------------FIDDLERS & BANJO PLAYERS - Contact Fran
802-372-3322, Island Hub after 4pm Mon - Thurs.
After 2pm Fri & Sat.
--------------------------------Economic Development Position in the Champlain
Islands- The Lake Champlain Islands Economic Development Committee is looking for a new Executive Director. The candidate will lead in igniting
economic growth within the Island Community,
and embrace all opportunities for abundance both
financially and culturally for residents and tourists.
Candidate should convey a vision for the Islands, is
a self starter with experience in management and
working with diverse people and organizations,
has proven experience with P&L and budget management, real estate, has relevant college and/or
experience, and has proven communication and
social skills. Connection to the Island community
is desirable. This position will begin mid- to latesummer 2015. Position is currently 30 hours per
week. May increase as programs develop. Salary
is based on experience. Interested candidates may
email cover letter and resume to info@champlainislands.com
--------------------------------North Hero House Hiring Seasonal Staff - We are
seeking qualified individuals to help us during the
upcoming busy season. We need front desk personnel, housekeepers, experienced waitstaff for breakfast and dinner and cooks for the restaurant and
Steamship Pier Bar. If you are interested in applying please send an email with a short cover letter
and resume to nhhlake@aol.com or stop in at the
front desk.
--------------------------------The Town of Alburgh is seeking a part-time person
for the position of assistant at the transfer station.
The successful candidate will perform a wide variety of manual tasks and will be expected to operate equipment used in compacting trash. Must
be at least eighteen years of age and able to work
weekends. The hours are Saturday and Wednesday
from 9am to 5pm and Sunday from 9am to 4pm.
To apply please pick up an application at the Town
Clerks Office located at 1 North Main St. and you
will be scheduled for an interview. Alburgh Town
Clerks Office 802-796-3468 5/12
-SERVICES-
HOUSECLEANER- Whether its cleaning, move
in/move out or event set up/clean up, I am here
to help. Call Christine 802-370-5529 5/26
--------------------------------WATERCOLOR CLASSES - June-August - Wednesday & Friday - 9-11 am. Call Maurie Harrington
802-372-8226 5/19
--------------------------------HOT WATER PRESSURE WASHING- Call
for free estimate to have your home,
RV/ camper, patio, decks, etc. super
cleaned
w/hot
water
&
biodegradable
detergents (Portable Water Available). Insured & References Available. Contact Brian at
(802)363-4777 or LangloisLawnCare@yahoo.com
BTFN
--------------------------------SMITTY’S TREE SERVICE. Takedown and Removal. Trimming, Chipping, Stump Grinding. Free
Estimates. Insured. Affordable. 802-372-5297
6/16
--------------------------------PROPERTY SERVICES - Lawn mowing, garden
rototilling, field mowing, driveway raking. Jack
Harrington 372 8226. 6/2
--------------------------------CONSTRUCTION SERVICES: Roofing, siding, carpentry, painting, also repairs. No job too small.
Honest and reliable. Free Estimates. 802-2337031 5/19
--------------------------------24 HR Emergency Locksmith Service. Home and
Auto openings. Keys made. Locks changed, repaired, installed. Call Mike 802-372-1335 5/19
--------------------------------Remodeling - Houselifting - Foundations - Painting
- Barns - Roofs. Insured. UVM. Bill Miller 802-3550313 6/9
--------------------------------ROTOTILLING $55.00 an hour. One hour minimum charge. Call Larry Adams 802-372-4288
6/9
--------------------------------Yard Clean Up Help. Raking, trimming, etc. Colchester, Clay Point Rd. 802-893-2960 5/19
--------------------------------Langlois
Lawn
Care,
LLCCall
today for a free estimate on Lawn Care,
Pressure Washing, Bark Mulching, Spring/
Fall Clean Ups, Brush and Small Tree
Removal, Lot Clearing, Landscaping, Property
Management, Brush Hogging, Light Trucking and
Many Other Jobs. Call Brian at (802)363-4777 or
LangloisLawnCare@yahoo.com BTFN
--------------------------------R. ROSE CONSTRUCTION. Roofing. Additions.
Siding. We do everything Top to Bottom, Inside
and Out. Free Estimates! Insured. 802-372-5693
BTFN
---------------------------LANDRY CARPENTRY. Local General Contractor. Insured. Reliable. Call Alan 802-372-3701
5/26
-------------------------------ISLAND SEWING: All aspects of sewing. Alterations, mending, formal wear. Specializing in
bridal gowns. 30+ years experience. Call 802372-0194 BTFN
--------------------------------WELDING: Aluminum - stainless & steel. Inshop
& portable. Propeller, skeg repair. Jesberger
Welding. 802-796-4079 802-324-6954. 8/4/15
--------------------------------TURNBAUGH ROOFING- Slate, shingles, metal,
rubber. Painting all flashings & metal roofs.
Chimney repair. FREE ESTIMATES. INSURED.
802-372-5781 John. BTFN
--------------------------------Licensed Electrician 25+ years experience. 802796-4610 5/19
--------------------------------You’re an Overeater? You’re not Alone! Try Food
Addicts Anonymous. Phone Mtgs. 42 phone
meetings every week; AM & PM. More info: Carol 372-8672. www.foodaddictsanonymous.org
-THANK YOU---------------------------------
Brenda and Allen Hall of Halls’ Orchard in Isle
La Motte would like to thank three boys, Brandon and Brian Duffy and Devin LeBlanc of South
Burlington, High School, for doing 5 hours each
of community work at the Orchards for school
credits.
Annual Plant Swap
The Island Gardeners’ annual plant swap
will be held at 6 pm, Wednesday May 13
at Hackett’s Orchard, 86 South St., South
Hero. Please bring plants in containers,
labeled with their species/variety. We’ll
be outside so dress accordingly.
TUESDAY, MAY 12
- Parkinson’s Support
Group at Maple City
Diner in St. Albans at
5pm.
Tune in to “Schoolhouse Rock” at
Folsom School
The Islander, May 12, 2015 Page 19
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 13
- Annual plant swap
at Hackett’s Orchard
starting at 6 pm.
FRIDAY, MAY 15
- Schoolhouse Rock
Live! Jr. at Folsom
School starts at 7 pm.
SATURDAY, MAY 16
International
Migratory Bird Day
Open House at the
Missisquoi
National
Wildlife Refuge from
7:30 am to 1 pm.
- Schoolhouse Rock
Live! Jr. at Folsom
School shows at 10 am
and 7 pm
- Flea Market at St.
Amadeus
Parish
Center, Alburgh from 9
to 2 pm.
- Bella Voce’s “Tapestry
of Song” concert at the
First Baptist Church in
Burlington at 8 pm.
- “Finding Your Scottish
Ancestors”
class
located at the Vermont
Genealogy Library in
Colch ester from 10 am
to 4 pm.
SUNDAY, MAY 17
- Annual Plant Sale
at the North Hero
Community Hall from 9
to noon.
- Second annual Autism
Walk of Northwestern
Vermont in St. Albans
at 1 pm.
Bella
Voce’s
“Tapestry of Song”
concert at the South
Hero Congregational
Church starts at 3 pm.
MONDAY, MAY 18
- Boating Safety class
held at Apple Island
Resort
Community
Center.
TUESDAY, MAY 19
- Blood Drive at the
Milton Fire Department
from noon to 6pm.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20
- Partners in Growth
Annual Dinner at the
Grand Isle Lake House
starts at 6 pm.
- Boating Safety class
held at Apple Island
Resort
Community
Center.
THURSDAY, MAY 21
- Boating Safety class
held at Apple Island
Resort
Community
Center.
Remember Saturday morning cartoons and those catchy “Schoolhouse
Rock” songs? How else did we learn that 3 is a magic number and a noun is a
person, place or thing?
Relive those memories or catch up on an awesome part of growing up in
America with Folsom School’s production of “Schoolhouse Rock.” The Folsom
Drama Club opens their show Friday, May 15 at 7 p.m. and also performs
on Saturday, May 16, at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. The 10 a.m. matinee will feature
breakfast cereal and Pop-Tarts; come in your PJs!
Tickets are available at the door and cost $8 for adults and $5 for students.
Gina Fearn directs and Karlie Kauffeld provides musical direction for the show.
FRIDAY, MAY 22
- Eastern Star Rummage Sale at the Masonic Lodge Hall in South Hero
from 3 to 6 pm.
- Bring a Gift Bingo at St. Amadeus Parish Center, Alburgh. Doors open
at 5 pm.
-EMPLOYMENTHELP
WANTED!
•Dishwashers
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GRAND ISLE- Spectacular views & privately situated on a double lot w/225’ of
pristine lakeshore & 1.3 acres in the upscale Robinson Point area, bordered by
50+ acres of Preservation Trust property.
The home was updated throughout 20062011. Expansive elevated lakeside deck, 2
car Garage w/Guest Quarters. $599,500.
GRAND ISLE- Quality materials used
throughout this 3 BR/4 BA, updated, luxury
home. Kitchen w/granite countertops, Island & SS appliances. Finished walk-out
basement, decks, 2 car garage & paved
drive. Fantastic location w/214’ of prime
west shore frontage with sea wall & 1.3
acres. $798,000.
ALBURGH- Beautiful 3 BR/3 BA year round
home on 2+ acres with 250’ directly on the
lake. Nice bright, open floor plan. Walk out,
partially finished & remodeled basement.
Balcony, patio & deck overlooking the lake.
Nice gradual access to water with seawall. 3
car garage. NOW $475,000.
GRAND ISLE- Smartly designed 3
BR/2 BA Hillside Ranch features one
level living & open floor plan. It’s
sited on 11 acres w/Green Mountain
& Lake Champlain views and comes
with a separate 1 BR Log Cabin.
Sub-division potential. $399,900.
ST. ALBANS- Bright open design in
this, 2 BR/2 BA home on a nice 1.46
acre lot. Partially finished basement.
One 2 car attached garage and
one car detached garage. Paved
driveway. Only one mile to the city.
$238,900.
GRAND ISLE- Three bedroom, 3 bath
cape style home with 2224 sq. ft. of living
area. 34 acres of land & 490’ of direct lake
frontage. 2 -2 car garages. Subdivision
possibilities. This property has a whole lot
of everything! Call for more details. NOW
$499,000.
GRAND ISLE- Cute as a button cottage
& bunk house on 0.29 nicely landscaped
acre. Totally remodeled. Screened porch.
Shed with power for storage. Beach access, clubhouse & dock on Lake Champlain are a few steps away for a $75.00
per year fee. Perfect Islands get away!
Only $119,000.
ISLE LA MOTTE- Well maintained 2
bedroom lake cottage on 1 acre lot
with 112’ of Lake Champlain frontage
on the West Shore. 1 car garage.
Gorgeous lake sunsets & Adirondack Mountain views. A must see at
$249,900.
GRAND ISLE- Exquisite 5 BR/2.5 BA
home set on 5 private acres & near Marycrest beach. Open interior design, HW
floors, Granite Countertops, radiant heat,
master suite w/whirlpool tub & balcony,
vaulted ceilings, covered porch, 3 car garage, paved drive & more. $469,900.
GRAND ISLE- Updated 3 BR/2 BA
contemporary with 180’ of lakefront
on the east shore. Open interior design. Huge screened porch. 4+ car
garage. 1.1 acres. Panoramic Lake
Champlain & Green Mountain views.
Now $429,900.
ALBURGH- With 100’ of direct lakefront,
this furnished cottage is the perfect place
to spend the summers. The property features gradual access to the lake, beautiful western views and sunsets looking
towards Fort Montgomery. Minutes to New
York & Canadian Border. Only $149,000.
SOUTH HERO- Relax on your shaded patio.
Cook up smores on the campfire. Everything
you could want in a vacation cottage, heated
pool, hot tub, a marina on Lake Champlain for
your boat, an executive 9 hole golf course &
160 acres to bike & hike. With 2 BR’s & comfy
family room addition. One of the nicest spots in
the resort. $97,900.
NORTH HERO- Direct lakefront! 3
BR, fully furnished camp that comes
with boat lift, dock, shed & extra storage. Neat & clean and in move in
condition. One of the best fishing
spots in the area. Town water. NOW
$170,000.
SOUTH HERO- 4400 square foot executive style lake home with 3 BR’s & 3.5 BA’s.
Quality materials & amenities throughout.
100’ directly on Lake Champlain and 0.49
acre. 3 Bay garage with bonus room
above. Please call for more details to
many to mention here! Now $699,000.
GRAND ISLE- 63 acres w/360’ on lake. Surrounded by landscaped gardens & stonewalls, is
the 7 BR, 5 BA constructed of VT Stone & Marble.
6 FP’s, Formal Living & Dining Rooms, Greenhouse, Pub Room & staff apartment. Further complimented by the Lakeside Studio Pavilion, pier,
in-ground pool, tennis courts, gazebo, carport &
several barns/outbuildings. More land available.
$2,999,000.
GRAND ISLE- Beautiful, bright
and updated 3 BR/2 BA home
on one acre with fenced yard,
deeded Lake Champlain access
& lake views. Partially finished
basement. $269,900.
NORTH HERO- Vintage Island cottage
near the end of Holiday Point with 0.59 acre
and 100’ directly on Lake Champlain. This
cottage has an open interior design it offers
warm pine floors, lakeside deck & surrounded by upscale homes. Breathtaking
Green Mountain views! $299,000.
NORTH HERO- 3 bdrm, 3.5 ba direct lakefront Contemporary with stunning panoramas of Lake Champlain & Green Mountains. This year round home also offers a
large 5 bay garage with studio apartment
as well as 200’ of nice gradual lakeshore
with pebble beach , clean water and 1.85
acres. $595,000.
4 South Main Street, Alburgh, VT 05440-0020
2 Ferry Road, South Hero, VT 05486-0122
Office: 802-862-0124
Office: 802-796-3426
Office: 802-372-5777