Load the Latchis returns Aug. 21
BRATTLEBORO - The "Load the Latchis" food drive to benefit Foodworks returns on Thursday, Aug. 21, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. They are seeking donations of bags of groceries sufficient to fill all 750 seats in the Latchis's main theater.
There are three ways to donate:
• The virtual grocery bag option helps Foodworks purchase large quantities of food from the Vermont Foodbank at prices significantly lower than those at grocery stores. Donations may be made at GroundworksVT.org/LoadtheLatchis.
• Full grocery bags may be brought to the Flat Street side of the Latchis Theatre on Aug. 21 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Checks may be dropped off or posted on the day of the event, made out to Groundworks Collaborative, P.O. Box 370, Brattleboro, VT 05302, "Load the Latchis" written in the memo line.
Green Mountain Power begins underground utility project on Ames Hill
BRATTLEBORO - The town of Brattleboro is advising residents that Green Mountain Power (GMP) has begun a major utility project on Ames Hill.
According to GMP, this work is part of a large-scale initiative across Windham County to transition overhead power lines to underground infrastructure. The goal of this project is to improve reliability and reduce the frequency of power outages in rural neighborhoods, particularly during severe storms.
Motorists traveling on Ames Hill should expect short traffic delays. Drivers are urged to use caution in the work zone for the safety of crews and travelers. This project is expected to last into the fall. The town will be providing weekly updates on ongoing travel restrictions and project progress.
If there are questions or concerns, contact the Department of Public Works at 802-254-4255 or email Highway and Maintenance Superintendent Darren Pacheco at dpacheco@brattleboro.gov.
Free flu, Covid vaccinations at Senior Center
BRATTLEBORO - The Brattleboro Senior Center is now taking registrations over the phone or in person for its annual free flu and Covid vaccination on Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the lower level of the Gibson-Aiken Center, 207 Main St.
The vaccines are free to all seniors with the Red, White, and Blue Medicare B card. This year, they can vaccinate those with Green Mountain Care. All participants are required to bring their Red, White, and Blue Medicare B card and any prescription drug card you have. Note that the Medicare B card must be the new card that does not show your Social Security number.
To register, call 802-257-7570. All questions concerning the vaccination and eligibility should be directed to 603-357-0423. The registration deadline is Wednesday, Sept. 3, at 3 p.m.
Manitou healing walk on Aug. 22
WILLIAMSVILLE - The Manitou Project will hold a Healing Walk on Friday, Aug. 22, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The walk will be led by Fred Taylor and will include poems or other readings and chances to share about the experience. Rain or shine. Healing walks will be held every second and fourth Friday of each month until October.
The Manitou Project seeks to foster community with nature on its 235-acre land preserve in Williamsville, located at 300 Sunset Lake Rd. For information, contact Taylor at 802-254-2675.
Historical Society of Windham County presents annual pot-luck and storytelling program
NEWFANE - The Historical Society of Windham County invites everyone to its annual "Pot-Luck and Storytelling Program" on Friday, Aug. 22, at NewBrook Fire Station on Route 30.
Participants are asked to bring a dish to share for the pot-luck at 6 p.m. Drinks will be provided. At 6:45 p.m., former Vermont Secretary of Agriculture, Roger Allbee, will speak about his recently published book, Turning the Soil: 250 Years of Vermont Agriculture.
Admission is free. A brief business meeting at 5:30 p.m. will precede the Pot-Luck and the program. See historicalsocietyofwindhamcounty.org for the latest news and current events.
'Tag-Less Sale' at All-Souls Church
WEST BRATTLEBORO - All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church will hold its annual Tag Sale on Saturday, Aug. 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This sale will feature clothing, household items, books, toys, home decor, and more. All items are offered for donation; there will be no price tags. Proceeds will support special projects at the church. Free face painting for kids.
All Souls U.U. Church is located at the West Village Meeting House, 29 South St., up the driveway from the West Brattleboro Fire Station.
Food drop in Putney
PUTNEY - The Vermont Food Bank and Putney Foodshelf co-sponsor a monthly food drop, offering a selection of produce and nonperishable foods. The drive-thru service is on the fourth Thursday of every month, from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Free and open to all, the next food drop is Thursday, Aug. 28.
While construction is being done on Alice Holway Drive, Putney Food Drops will be located at 78 River Rd. This is the parking lot of what used to be Five Maples Corp. More details, including a map, can be found at putneyfoodshelf.org/food-drop.
Info session on Medicare Open Enrollment on Sept. 4
LONDONDERRY - On Thursday, Sept. 4, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Neighborhood Connection office, 5700 Route 100, an information session will be offered with Tirah Brothers, State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) coordinator from Senior Solutions.
Brothers will discuss Medicare Open Enrollment, which begins in October. For those reviewing their current plan or exploring new options, this presentation will explain key dates, plan changes, coverage options, and how to avoid common pitfalls to make confident, informed decisions about healthcare coverage. To reserve a seat, call 802-824-4343.
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