All Entries in the "Community and Arts Life" Category
An earthy meal: chops with cracked peppercorn and sage cream
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com The sweet/sour flavor of Bordeaux mustard, made with grape juice, is perfect for this recipe. Other mustards that would be equally pleasing with the supreme flavor of this sage cream would be Dijon-style, hot and spicy German, hot English, earthy whole grain or sweet mustard. 2 tablespoons peppercorns 4 (6-ounce) boneless […]
Chester Fall Fest shines under two sunny days
©2015 Telegraph Publishing LLC Two sun-filled days and the Green filled with vendors and visitors. It’s no wonder that Nancy Davis, one of the organizers of the Chester Rotary Club’s annual Chester Fall Festival, declared the event a success. (To launch photo gallery, click any photo) “Vendors were happy with the event and with their […]
Saxtons River resident reappointed to Vermont Commission on Women
Three commissioners have been named to the 16-member Vermont Commission on Women, a non-partisan state agency advancing rights and opportunities for women and girls. Commissioners guide VCW’s public education, coalition building, and advocacy efforts. Commissioners are appointed by various appointing authorities to serve four-year terms. The Democratic Party has reappointed Carol Buchdahl, R.N., M.A. of […]
2016 Cavendish calendar winners announced
The Cavendish Community and Conservation Association has selected winners and 2016 calendar selections from its annual Calendar Photography Contest. Entrants submitted photos this past spring, which were displayed at numerous venues around town. Cavendish residents cast their ballots for the best photos. Winner of the Best in Show award is Belle McKnight for her photo […]
Add ginger and wine for tasty apple side dish
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com I don’t generally offer recipes using wine or alcohol, but I decided to give you this because it is sensational tasting. If any type of liquor is not to your liking, substitute cranberry, pomegranate or grape juice with a splash of lemon or lime juice. My favorite vehicle for these poached […]
Volunteers sought for Peru Fair, reading during Banned Book Week
Organizers of the annual Peru Fair to take place Saturday, Sept. 26 need help before, during and after the fair in managing parking, sign installation, putting up and taking down, moving things, greeting fair-goers and waste removal. No experience is required. If interested, call Fran Tobia at 802-824-4563 or Paul Myers at 802-824-6626. Rockingham Library […]
Celebration of David Hume’s life set for Sept. 26
The public is invited to join the Andover Project Committee in celebrating the life of David Hume from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, 2015 at the Andover Town Hall, 953 Weston-Andover Road in Andover, Vt. Mr. Hume, who died at the end of June, served the town of Andover with dedication for many […]
Two Okemo employees score holes-in-one on same day
Two Okemo Mountain Resort employees — both from Ludlow — made holes-in-one at the Okemo Valley Golf Club on the very same day. On Thursday, Aug. 27, Peter Cornish aced the 4th hole from the white tee, using his 5-iron, for a 156-yard hole-in-one. Donald Tirburzi witnessed the amazing feat. Terry Thayne made a hole-in-one […]
Coastal clambake salad brings the beach to your table
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com I had to sneak one more recipe in here before the cold weather hit and this is a perfect ending to a summer of picnics. If desired, add some cooked, chopped lobster to give you a taste of the coast. The amount of dressing is just enough to hold everything together, […]
Solar array installed at Stone Village church
First Universalist Parish in Chester has gone solar with a 16-panel array installed and connected to the power grid. Over the course of a year, the system is designed to generate enough solar electricity to meet the full electrical demands of the church, located in the Stone Village. The solar array is located behind the […]
Public legislative forum to address property tax and ed reform
On Monday, Sept. 14 at 6:30 p.m., state Rep. Oliver Olsen, an Independent from Londonderry, will host a legislative forum on property tax and education reform at Flood Brook School featuring House Speaker Shap Smith (D-Morristown) and state Rep. Dave Sharpe (D-Bristol), chairman of the House Education Committee. Flood Brook School is located at 91 […]
Rock Library offers Windham County Parent Resource Calendar
If you’re a parent, caregiver or someone who works with families and have looked for a single place where you could find programs and activities, the Rockingham Free Public Library, along with other Windham County service providers, announces the launch of the Windham County Parent Resource Calendar. It’s a single online location where you can […]
Wilder Library hires new director, bids farewell to MacLaury
The Board of Trustees of Wilder Memorial Library announced the arrival of new library director Amanda Merk. She will be taking over the position from Kerri MacLaury. who leaves on Oct. 1 to move to the Boston area. According to the board, under MacLaury’s leadership, the library saw dramatic increases in patron usage, volunteer support, […]
Summer’s last hurrah: finger-licking good pork barbecue
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com We’re nearing the last hurrah for warm weather barbecues. Although this recipe is prepared in the oven, it is easily adaptable for your outdoor grill. I use pork loin here because it is so much lower in saturated fat, I don’t want my last summer barbecued pork to stay with me […]
BRGNS seeks rummage sale donations; kittens for adoption at Webster’s House
BRGNS seeks donations for rummage sale Black River Good Neighbor Services’ Annual Fall Rummage Sale at Fletcher Farm, 611 Route 103 South in Ludlow is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 18 and 19 and from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 20. The organization is now accepting donations […]
Discover the world through other people’s lives
By John Hoover ©2015 Telegraph Publishing LLC Searching for a theme for this month’s Good Reads, Bill came up with the title, “Try to Remember…” his way of suggesting that we review a memoir we’ve read. Kim suggested that a biography would also fit the theme, which I thought was a grand idea. So, this […]
Exotic taste of cherimoya fruit upgrades zucchini bread
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com I use cherimoya in this recipe because it has been described as the tastiest fruit on Earth. It cost me about $5 for just one but I am glad I went to that expense. It is a tropical fruit but is widely available in New England from late summer right up […]
Weston’s ‘Glass Menagerie’ achingly exquisite
By David Lampe-Wilson ©2015 Telegraph Publishing LLC Weston Playhouse buttons up its 2015 season with an achingly exquisite production of Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie. This American classic is a touchstone of 20th century theater, a play that broke down barriers between actor and audience, tinkered with time and place, and turned life into very […]
‘Ladies’ raise about $2,000 at fundraiser for Weston Green
© 2015 Telegraph Publishing LLC More than 125 people turned out on Monday Aug. 17 to support the Ladies of the Green in Weston. More formally known as the Farrar Park Association, the “ladies” make up the group that owns and maintains the Weston Green. Monday night’s picnic and concert by the Blue Flames steel […]
Broadway Boot Camp taps into local talent
By Cynthia Prairie ©2015 Telegraph Publishing LLC T he finale for Weston Playhouse’s first ever Broadway Boot Camp nearly brought down the house Friday afternoon as parents, family, friends and members of both the Playhouse’s Young Company and its professional cast gave the 20 student actors a standing ovation. (Click on any photo to launch […]
