All Entries in the "Community and Arts Life" Category
LWV series on Impact of Climate Change on Vermont concludes March 8
The League of Women Voters of Vermont, in partnership with Kellogg-Hubbard Library, presents the last installment of its five-part lecture series on The Impact of Climate Change on Vermont at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 8. This program looks at what individuals can do to address the issues presented by our rapidly changing conditions. The […]
Family Center’s Formal Wear Boutique opens March 2, donations needed
The Chester-Andover Family Center, located at 908 VT-103 in Chester, is preparing for its annual community service project, Everyone Deserves a Special and Affordable Prom Outfit. The Formal Wear Boutique is being expanded in preparation for prom season. Please check your closets and donate formal attire that you no longer wear. There is a special […]
Henry Homeyer: Organic vs. chemical soil treatments: Which is right for you?
By Henry Homeyer © 2023 Telegraph Publishing LLC On a cold and snowy day I paused to think back a few years to a conference I attended run by the Ecological Farming Association in Pacific Grove, California. There were several sessions by scientists presenting research confirming what organic gardeners have always known: organic techniques yield […]
St. Luke’s offers Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper, Ash Wednesday service
The public is invited to attend a Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 21 at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 313 Main St. in Chester. The menu will consist of pancakes, real maple syrup, sausage, fruit salad and beverages, which are traditionally prepared by men of the parish. All are […]
Whiting Library introduces Penny University
Whiting Library, 117 Main St. in Chester, introduces Penny University, a community social hour to help connect residents to the library and their greater community. In 17th-century England, coffee houses became known as “penny universities.” For the cost of a cup of coffee, which had recently been introduced to Europe from Turkey, men could conduct […]
Henry Homeyer: How to build a simple plant stand
By Henry Homeyer © 2023 Telegraph Publishing LLC As I write this, the wind chill factor is well below zero, and summer seems a lifetime away. But if you are thinking about starting seeds indoors this year, this would be a good time to build a simple wooden plant stand. You don’t have to be […]
Whiting celebrates National Library Lovers Month
Whiting Library, 117 Main St. in Chester, is celebrating February as National Library Lovers Month. Make a donation to the library and you’ll receive a heart to hang in the Library Lovers exhibit and the opportunity to share why you love your local library, books and community. The next meeting of the library’s monthly Book […]
Henry Homeyer: How to save seeds from your heirlooms
By Henry Homeyer © 2023 Telegraph Publishing LLC As a boy in the 1950s, I knew there were two kinds of tomatoes: deep red, plump and tasty ones my grandfather grew, and the kind that came four in a package wrapped in cellophane. The Cello-Wraps, as I think of them, had no flavor whatsoever. They […]
‘Preserving and Caring for Our Trees’ workshop Feb. 6 in Londonderry
Green Mountain Gardeners presents “Preserving and Caring for Our Trees” at 11 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 6 at the Londonderry Volunteer Rescue Squad Building, 6068 VT-100, Londonderry. Jeromy Gardner will talk about the importance of tree health and how to properly plant a tree for long-term plant success. He is a certified arborist with Bartlett Tree […]
Vocal trio In the Rough performs Feb. 18 in Weston
The vocal trio In The Rough will perform at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 18 at the Old Parish Church in Weston, 100 Main St. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The trio is made up of Lisa Brigantino, Lori Brigantino and Andover resident Susan Haefner. The concert will include traditional and contemporary folk songs and […]
Springfield Humane Society hosts animal communication workshop Feb. 1
To help you connect better with your pets, Springfield Humane Society is hosting animal communicator Jeannie Lindheim, via Zoom at 7 p.m. on Wednesday Feb. 1. Do you ever wonder what your animal is thinking and feeling? Are there behavior issues that you are trying to solve? Are there several animals in your household and would you […]
Henry Homeyer: Drafting a plan for your garden
By Henry Homeyer © 2023 Telegraph Publishing LLC This is a good time to make plans. If you are willing to spend just 15 minutes a day, every day, from spring to fall you can create an edible showcase for beauty: the splendid look of ripe red tomatoes, multi-colored Swiss chard, or glossy green peppers. […]
Chester Dems seek donations for 18th annual Share Heat Fundraiser
The Chester Town Democratic Committee is holding its 18th annual Share Heat Fundraiser. Because fuel prices have risen significantly, the need for heating fuel assistance to provide warmth and comfort continues to grow. Your donation to the Share Heat Fundraiser will keep the heat on for those in our community who need help with home heating […]
LWV speaker series on Impact of Climate Change on Vermont continues Feb. 8
The League of Women Voters of Vermont, in partnership with Kellogg-Hubbard Library, presents the fourth installment of its five-part 2022-2023 lecture series on The Impact of Climate Change on Vermont at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 8. This presentation will be a current legislative initiatives update and will provide a preview of relevant state legislation […]
Wildlife photographer presents talk, slideshow on Feb. 10 in Proctorsville
Noted wildlife photographer and Proctorsville resident Tim O’Donoghue will present a slideshow and talk titled How to Photograph Wildlife at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 10. This event was rescheduled from Friday, Feb. 3, due to weather. The presentation, illustrated with his photos, will take place at the Cavendish Fletcher Community Library, 573 Main St., […]
Henry Homeyer: Time for the rundown on spring flower shows
By Henry Homeyer ©2023 Telegraph Publishing LLC The spring flower shows are always a contrast to the cold, icy days of winter. Bright flowers, garden paraphernalia and numerous workshops make these events fun – both for beginner and expert. Here is this year’s offerings, starting with the first ones in February and going on until […]
Henry Homeyer: How to grow for taste and flavor
By Henry Homeyer © 2023 Telegraph Publishing LLC We gardeners love our home grown vegetables. As John Denver sang long ago, “Only two things that money can’t buy and that’s true love and homegrown tomatoes.” And why do they taste so good? We can grow tomatoes that don’t have to conform to commercial requirements of […]
Soup to Nuts Supper to benefit Chester Universalist Parish to be held Jan. 14
The First Universalist Parish of Chester, located at 211 North St. in Chester’s Historic Stone Village, welcomes everyone to its community soup fundraiser from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14. The menu includes soup or chili, salad, crusty bread, nuts, beverage and dessert. Church members are doing the cooking and promise a variety […]
Whiting Library events encourage fun reading activities in January
Reconnect with the Whiting Library this winter and renew your love of reading, learning and community by celebrating Lunar New Year and Hobby Month throughout January. At the same time, you can meet the new library director, Pamela Johnson-Spurlock, and library assistant, Colleen Garvey. Plus, there is a Hobby Month raffle prize drawing on Tuesday, […]
Abenaki erasure discussion set for Jan. 15
Vera Longtoe Sheehan, a member of the Elnu Abenaki tribe, will present an eye-opening and inspiring talk at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 15 via Zoom. Regional Indigenous culture began long before the Green Mountain State was named and had endured colonization; it continues to this day. Longtoe Sheehan will cover the three Es of […]
