Brooks Memorial Library offers computer coaching
BRATTLEBORO - Brooks Memorial Library and VTel will present one-on-one computer coaching sessions on Thursdays, from 1-5 p.m., through Aug. 9 in the library's meeting room.
Do you have a computer and want to know more about how it works? Are you thinking about getting a computer and want to know more about what you can do with it? Do you want to blog, Facebook, Twitter and are not sure where to begin? Get to know a computer better through this new computer skills training program.
All of the one-on-one trainings are free and open to the public. No prior computer experience is necessary and each site has computers available for people to use. All sessions are one-hour long and tailored to the individual's needs. To sign up for a training, call the VTel Community Broadband Team at 802-885-9222, or go to www.vermontel.com/tech to see the summer schedule.
BHA analyzes potential development sites for affordable housing
BRATTLEBORO - The Brattleboro Housing Authority (BHA) is continuing to look at possible locations throughout Brattleboro to develop for affordable housing.
In addition to properties currently owned by BHA, such as Melrose Terrace and Hayes Court, a committee of housing advocates, residents and stakeholders is exploring sites suitable for senior and disabled housing development.
The study of site alternatives is being conducted by the Brattleboro Housing Authority and Housing Alternatives Committee, in conjunction with Stevens & Associates, P.C., a local architecture and engineering firm. The ultimate goal of the study is to come up with recommendations for the location of approximately 150 housing units in a comprehensive housing plan that meets the needs of residents, that is supported by the community and accommodates the requirements of town and state agencies.
The second of three public meetings will be held on Thursday, July 19, at 7 p.m., at the Hayes Court Community Room on Garfield Drive. The meeting will give residents and the community an opportunity to learn more about the project and offer input about possible locations.
A website has been created for the public to get information and updates: www.brattleborohousing.wordpress.com. Questions can be directed to Adam Hubbard at Stevens & Associates at 802-257-9329 or ahubbard@stevensassoc.com.
Marlboro Grad School serves up Net Impact dinner
DUMMERSTON -Marlboro College Graduate School's MBA in Managing for Sustainability Net Impact chapter is holding its annual fundraising dinner on Friday, July 20, from 6-8 p.m. at Scott Farm on Kipling Road .
Marlboro MBA alum and chef Tristan Toleno of Entera Artisanal Catering will prepare the meal using foods from local farms and businesses including Lilac Ridge Farm, Sweet Tree Farm and Red Hen Baking Co.
Net Impact is a global community of more than 30,000 changemakers who use their jobs to tackle the world's toughest problems, demonstrating that it's possible to make a net impact that benefits not just the bottom line – but people and the planet, too.
This dinner raises funds to support the activities of the Marlboro Net Impact chapter. Costs are $25 for adults, $20 for Net Impact members, and $10 for youngsters. To register for the dinner, visit: http://farmtotablemarlboro.eventbrite.com.
Windham County Master Gardeners sponsor hypertufa pot workshop
NEWFANE - On Saturday, July 21, from 1-4 p.m., the Windham County Master Gardener Chapter will sponsor a hypertufa pot workshop at WW Building Supply on Route 30.
Each participant will learn how to make a pot and will create a pot to take home. Materials will be provided, but each participant will need to bring a container to use as a mold for their pot. If you want to make more than one pot, you can bring more containers.
The fee is $25 to benefit the Windham County Chapter of UVM Extension Master Gardeners, fee for EMGs is $20. All are welcome. To register or for more information, contact cjohns@gaw.com.
AIDS Project celebrates 25th anniversary with barbecue
BRATTLEBORO – The AIDS Project of Southern Vermont is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a barbecue honoring all the volunteers and supporters involved with our rural community's extraordinary response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
The 25th Anniversary Extravaganza will take place Sunday, July 29, from 4-6:30 p.m., at World Learning.
In addition to enjoying a delicious barbecue dinner, attendees will have the opportunity to view a sneak preview of “memories & milestones” – a 25-year timeline featuring photographs, memorabilia, and video interviews with volunteers and staff members from throughout the period.
All past, present, and future volunteers and supporters are invited to attend this free event, but RSVPs are required. To RSVP, call Karen at 802-254-4444, by July 20.
Duck Derby benefits Boys & Girls Club, Rec. Dept.
BRATTLEBORO - The Brattleboro Boys & Girls Club and the Recreation & Parks Department are again teaming up for the annual Duck Derby.
The event, which takes place Friday, July 27, at 4 p.m. at Living Memorial Park, involves dumping hundreds of rubber duckies into the park's swimming pool. Those ducks, which are randomly plucked from the pool, are linked to prizes such as a kayak, a grill, $1,000 cash, and gift certificates for a variety of goods and services. Free hot dogs and hamburgers will be served, and there will be no charge for swimming that day.
Ducks - which cost $5 each, $20 for five, or 50 for $100 - are available at River Valley Credit Union, Merchants Bank, Brattleboro Savings & Loan, and the Boys & Girls Club on Flat Street.
Grafton throws a Town Party on July 28
GRAFTON - On Saturday, July 28, the fourth annual Town Party will be held at Grafton Ponds. Gates open at 11 a.m., with lunch served from noon to 2. Lunch is hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks. Barbecue chicken and plenty of fixings will be served from 5 p.m. on.
All food, and drinks other than alcohol, are free. The bar will be open starting at 3 p.m., with beer and wine offered at reduced prices, courtesy of the Grafton Inn.
There will plenty of games for the children and Grafton Ponds welcomes swimmers and boaters. The horseshoe stakes will be up. Nelson King has organized much of the day, including the popular 50/50 raffle, and he has assembled an array of goods and services as prizes from many contributors.