Drainage work begins on Flat Street
BRATTLEBORO - Beginning this week, the Highway Division of the Brattleboro Department of Public Works will be working on Flat Street.
Crews will be installing new drainage on Flat Street in the area of the Boys & Girls Club. The work is estimated to take approximately two weeks to complete.
During that time, the sidewalk on the north side of Flat Street (near Sam's Outdoor Outfitters and the Boys & Girls Club) will be closed and the parking spaces on the other side of the street will be hooded off.
Traffic will be restricted and motorists should plan to use alternate routes during the construction period. Signage will be in place to remind motorists of the road work.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Department of Public Works at 802-254-4255.
Putney Community Cares hosts open house
PUTNEY - Putney Community Cares welcomes the public to meet staff, board members, and their dedicated volunteers to learn about programs and services as they celebrate the launch of the new organization formed by the merger of Putney Family Services and Putney Cares.
The open house is on Saturday, Sept. 8, from 1 to 4 p.m. Light refreshments will be served, and the dedication of the newly renovated Laura Heller Community Barn will take place at 2 p.m.
Putney Community Cares is located on 54 Kimball Hill. Contact them at 802-387-5593 or visit www.putneycommunitycares.org.
Sunday School returns at St. Michael's
BRATTLEBORO - Sunday, Sept. 9, marks the beginning of the program year at St. Michael's Episcopal Church.
On that day, between 9:15 and 10 a.m., there will be an Open House on the lawn for kids, parents, parishioners, and all in the community who are interested in supporting and participating in the church's ministry for children and youth, including Godly Play, Youth Forum, and Choir School.
There will be food, an art project for kids, play, a bouncy house, and balloons. St. Michael's Episcopal Church is fully accessible and is located at the corner of Putney Road and Bradley Avenue in Brattleboro.
BF Woman's Club starts its 117th club year
BELLOWS FALLS - The Bellows Falls Woman's Club will begin its 117th club year on Sept. 11 with a meeting at the United Church of Bellows Falls on School Street at 1:30 p.m.
Co-presidents for the biennium are Judy Boynton and Andrea Johnson. The program will be presented by Donna Dawson and Deb Brooks of Westminster Cares. Upon payment of dues, a program book will be provided.
Since disbanding in May for the summer months, the club presented its high school scholarship in the amount of $1,500 to Hannah Harlow, who is pursuing a degree in nursing.
Over the summer, the executive board met to plan programs, establish committees, and formulate a budget which will be voted on at the September meeting. The club serves the area with donations to many agencies and organizations.
The local club is a member of the General Federation of Women's Clubs, whose focus is domestic violence awareness and prevention. The Federation promotes volunteerism for the betterment of communities and their citizens.
Women interested in joining the club and helping with its projects are welcome. The club meets on the second Tuesday of each month, from September to May, at the United Church, beginning at 1:30, unless otherwise noted.
Pinnacle Association hosts Accessibility Day
WESTMINSTER WEST - The Windmill Hill Pinnacle Association's Accessibility Day is a yearly opportunity for those who cannot hike long distances over uneven ground to get to a rural site that offers an impressive view.
This year's event is on Saturday, Sept. 15, from 10:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Association will make the trip available to all by providing transportation for those who need it.
The trip's destination is a private property that sits atop the Windmill Ridgeline between the Pinnacle overlook and Paul's Ledges, totally surrounded by Pinnacle Association lands, with a spectacular view of the ski mountains of Mt. Snow, Stratton, Bromley, Okemo, and beyond.
For adults who have difficulty walking, this is the chance to visit - perhaps with a grandchild or friend - a spot that would have been otherwise impossible. The free program's popularity and need for four-wheel-drive or other appropriate vehicles make advance registration a must for riders. Hikers do not need to pre-register.
Bring water, a bag lunch, and a sweater for chilly weather. Meet at Westminster West Church at 10:45 a.m. to carpool. Register with Tony Coven at 802-387-6650. Held in sunny or cloudy weather, the event will be canceled in rain or bad weather. For more information, visit www.windmillhillpinnacle.org.
Cemetery workshop in Putney
PUTNEY - The Putney Cemetery Commission invites volunteers to an afternoon of cemetery restoration led by Charles Marchant of Townshend on Saturday, Sept. 22, rain or shine.
The workshop will take place at the Maple Grove Cemetery, located on Old Route 5, near the center of town, from 1 to 5 p.m. The afternoon will begin with a brief tour and assessment of the vandalized cemetery followed by some instruction and work to repair the damage as time allows.
Marchant is well known for his knowledge of old Vermont cemeteries and his skill in righting, cleaning, and repairing headstones. For more information, call Nancy Hood at 802-387-2329 or Greg Wilson at 617-401-6892.