You can find the weekly newsletter for Friday, February 25th HERE and below
Town Meeting News
Monday, February 28th 7pm Virtual Town Meeting
Voting Tuesday, March 1st 9am to 7pm Windsor Rec. Center
Selectboard Candidate Forum
Windsor on Air hosted a selectboard candidate forum on February 23rd. You can see a recording of the discussion HERE
Town Meeting Information
Town Meeting Warning LINK
Virtual Town Meeting video link:
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/aaa-qsyu-cbo
Or dial: (US) +1 321-586-0490 PIN: 918 004 091#
Sample Municipal Ballot LINK
Town of Windsor FY 20-21 Annual Report (hard copies available at Town Hall) LINK
Mt. Ascutney School District Warning LINK
Mt. Ascutney School District Sample Ballot LINK
Mt. Ascutney Regional School District Annual Report LINK
Around Windsor Town Meeting overview & information on Ice Out Event LINK
News Articles on Town Meeting
Valley News Town Meeting LINK
Valley News Town Budget LINK
Annual Budget Survey Responses
The results of the annual budget survey can be found here.
Events This Week
(Check out the Library Section for events as well)
You don't want to miss American Precision Museums Kids’ Day of Engineering! This Saturday!
Feb 26th from 11am- 3pm at the museum.
Families are invited to meet a variety of Engineers, Ask Questions and Enjoy some fun Activities!
Free admission to this event!
For more info call us today at 802 674 5781 or visit https://americanprecision.org
Interested in Solar for your Home? This Saturday!
If you're curious about solar, don't wait. This is the last year that residents can take advantage of the 26% federal tax credit. To learn more, tune in on Sat. Feb. 26, at 3 p.m. at SOLARIZE, a four-town solar zoom.
Ask a Cornish homeowner about his rooftop solar array; meet six local solar installers. Despite staff shortages, all have committed to finish our installations this year, so that we'll qualify for the 26% tax credit.
To register, go to tinyurl.com/SOLARIZE-2022.
For info, email WindsorEnergyCommittee@gmail.com
A project of the Hartland, Cornish, Plainfield, and Windsor energy committees.
Ascutney Outdoors News---Our fingers are crossed that the forecasted winter-storm brings tons of snow and we’ll be able to open for skiing and/or tubing this coming weekend (Feb 26th and 27th). Given the timing of the potential storm, we will not be able to host Community Day Friday February 25th. Additionally, we will not be able to make the call for the weekend until Friday afternoon. Please check back on FB or AO’s website for the latest news.
Upcoming Events
The Windsor Rotary Club Presents: The 1st Annual Parent Child Dance
Parents! Bring your child (or children) to the Windsor Rec Center for a fun night of music and dancing! This isn't exclusive to just parents! Aunts, Uncles, Grandparents, or older siblings that want to bring a child to this wonderful event are welcome! We'll have a photo booth provided by VT/NH Photo Booths where you can take pictures with fun props and get a free print! We'll also have Professional photographer RLG Photography set up to take pictures of you and your guest (digital images are available to purchase) Grab dinner at one of our great local eateries before the dance! Snacks and refreshments will be served at the dance! We can't wait to party with you! You can purchase can your tickets HERE
March is Women’s History Month, and APM is featuring “Picturing Women Inventors,” a poster exhibit from the Smithsonian. Admiral Grace Hopper became one of the first women programmers at Harvard? In 1952, she invented pioneering “compiler” software that translated human programming instructions into computer code. Basically, her invention made communication between humans and computers more user-friendly! Learn more about Grace, and other women inventors you should meet, in the poster exhibition “Picturing Women Inventors,” on view March 1 through 31 at the American Precision Museum. Free admission to this event – open weekdays from 10 am to 5 pm!
Community News
Reminder:
Property taxes were due by February 9th and water/sewer bills were due February 15th. Taxes are now in the 60 day grace period
Upcoming Activity at the Closed Prison
Dog Park Update
The dog park has become a great community asset. To make sure it stays that way we will be closing the dog park temporarily to preserve the turf. The fluctuating temperatures makes maintaining the exposed grass impossible. This is standard practice with area dog parks. Thanks you for your patience!
The Town of Windsor is seeking volunteers to serve on its newly formed Energy & Sustainability Committee. Committee members will work with the Selectboard to reduce Windsor's carbon footprint, explore options for community-owned solar, and more. If you’d like to be part of Windsor's energy transition, please send a letter of interest to the Windsor Selectboard.
For more information, please contact:
Diane Foulds, attfoulds@gmail.com
Amanda Smith, asmith@windsorvt.org
Tom Marsh, tmarsh@windsorvt.org
From the Windsor Vermont Historical Association (WVHA)Local historical researcher seeking anyone who is willing to share memories, photographs, or other documents about the neighborhood once known as “Little Warsaw” along Acme, Jarvis, and National streets, Foster Avenue, and lower River Street. Preparing a history of the neighborhood, its people, and its houses. If you’re interested in talking, please contact Kathryn Grover at acmewindsor@gmail.com. I am fully vaccinated and will be masked up at all times. Linda Bruce Churchill local Hatha Yoga Update
Grateful to say Yoga with Linda, after over a decade teaching at the Climb Fitness Center, transitioned to Zoom March of 2020 (would you believe) and in person at Windsor recreation since summer of '21 and we still gather five times a week. Amazingly grateful for the continued support of my following.
"BRINGING PEACE TO SO MANY DURING THESE UNCERTAIN TIMES"....student testimonial.
Words like those warm my heart and enforce my mission of offering my love and understanding of yoga to strengthen body, mind and soul... In times of sunshine and pain...and its working
Join me in 2022 to gather with others who find peace rest and reflection in yoga with Linda. FIVE weekly classes on zoom including two (masks required and distancing) in person classes at Windsor rec center Union street Windsor VT.
$50 you have access to all zoom classes. $12 is my drop in rate...
$12 drop in rate applies at the Rec Center as well with $50 for two classes in person.
Time to commit and do more..chair yoga, core yoga, yin yoga, gentle yoga, meditation and more.. Beginners are always welcome. All you need is a mat and willingness to commit.
Email me for more information and class schedule...make a choice of peace through yoga in 2022. Right in THE comfort of your own home!
Namaste!
Linda Bruce Churchill, ERYT 300 Hatha yoga certified
Lndchurchill44@gmail.com
Simon Pearce is hiring! UPDATE
Simon Pearce in Windsor is hiring part-time and full-time associates in Glass, Pottery, Retail, Shipping, and Technology. The Simon Pearce Restaurant is also hiring an Executive Chef, food runners, dishwashers, line cooks, and servers. All employees enjoy competitive pay, paid time off, plus product and restaurant discounts. Learn more at simonpearce.com/careers-at-simon-pearce.
Windsor on Air Comcast Channel 1081 and on line WOA-TV.ORG
Watch WOA Channel 1081 streaming live 24/7 from our website, www.woa-tv.org. Click on the schedule and see what will be playing. Besides Windsor-specific programming, we also play VT programming including COVID-19 updates with Gov. Scott and legislative updates. We also broadcast “Democracy Now!” every day at 6:00 pm & 11:00 pm. Religious services are broadcast on the weekends. We will be live streaming local events to our channel, website, and Facebook page so tune in and keep informed.
Windsor on Air Programming
Did you know you can watch WOA-TV live even without Comcast? At the WOA website, www.woa-tv.org you can watch our channel live. If you are not a Facebook user, you can also watch our livestreams on our website as they play simultaneously on our channel. We livestream the Select Board meetings every month, and other local events. So check it out….just click Watch WOA-TV live.
Around Windsor: Town Meeting and Ice Out LINK
Candidate Forum LINK
Cat Show LINK
Old Barns of Vermont LINKLucy Mackenzie "Adoptables" LINK (note, date has been changed to Feb. 19th)
Windsor Downtown Housing Project LINK
American Precision Museum "What's In the Basement?" LINK
American Precision Museum "Letters and Stiches" typewrites and sewing machines LINK Windsor in the News
Harry Ladue Announces Retirement LINK
Cannabis in Windsor and the Upper Valley LINK
Valley News Town Meeting LINK
Valley News Town Budget LINK
A proposed plan for juvenile detention facility has been rejected by senate committee. Valley News LINK WCAX LINK
Ascutney Outdoors LINK
Mask Mandate LINK
Municipal MeetingsIf you are interested in learning more about the workings of Town government you can find the agendas and meeting minutes to the various town boards and commissions here. Agendas are generally posted a couple of days prior to the scheduled meeting. You can also find meeting information on the Community Calendar located on the town website home page. Minutes are posed several days after the meeting. Additionally, Windsor on Air video records a variety of municipal meetings including the selectboard and school board. You can generally find videos of past meetings several days after the meeting takes place here. The Town Charter is the guiding document for our local government. You can find that document here
Windsor Library News
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING
Wednesday, March 2nd, 10:30AM Outdoor Active Story Time!
Join us on the first Wednesday of each month at 10:30 in the backyard for a treasure hunt, songs, and active play. Dress warmly!
Wednesday After-School Program On Hiatus
Through the end of February, Wednesday after-school will be on hiatus. Simple take and make projects will be available each week at the front desk. Stop by and get yours!
ADULT PROGRAMMING
Saturday, February 26th, 6:30PM Zoom Poetry, Storytelling and Music Open Mic
Come to tell a story (or two. or three!), read a poem, play some music, or just to listen! Email librarian@windsorlibrary.org for more information. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 946 5427 0678 Passcode: 745653
Thursday, March 3, 7PM: [Zoom] Genealogy Group
Join Genealogist Pamm Trask and work to discover your roots.
Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 922 5254 3052 Passcode: 05089
Tuesday, March 8th, 7PM: Racial Justice Book Discussion Group
We’ll be discussing Colson Whitehead’s The Underground Railroad. “The Underground Railroad chronicles the life of a teenage slave named Cora, who flees the Georgia plantation where she was born, risking everything in pursuit of freedom, much the way her mother, Mabel, did years before.” Come to the library to get a copy of this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel.
Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/96483770372?pwd=NFNTcjZXK2loK3F0Uy94ekk1N2Rldz09
Meeting ID: 964 8377 0372 Passcode: 646702
Wednesday, March 16, 6PM: Full Moon Hike Up the Mt Ascutney Road to the Stone Picnic Shelter
We’ll meet at the base of the Mount Ascutney Road on Back Mountain Road. Bring either micro-spikes or snowshoes with spikes (depending on the amount of snow) as well as poles and a head lamp. Dress in layers. Bring water, snacks, etc. This will be a strenuous and steep 4-mile hike on an unplowed road. At the shelter, we'll have beautiful views, hot cider and cookies before making our way back down. Bad weather/poor visibility date will be Thursday, March 17 at 6pm. Please call the library and let us know if you’re coming!
Saturday, March 19, 10:30AM: [Zoom] Genealogy Group
Join Genealogist Pamm Trask and work to discover your roots.
Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 981 8722 7216 Passcode: 05089
Monday, March 21st, 6:30PM 2nd Discussion of: The Resilient Gardener by Carol Deppe
We’ll be discussing the second 4 chapters of this book (we’ll have one future discussion.) These chapters include: 5. Labor and Exercise, 6. Water and Watering, 7. Soil and Fertility, and 8. Potatoes. “Growing food is among the most positive changes anyone can make in the face of uncertainty about the future. The Resilient Gardener is an information-packed resource for people starting or expanding a garden practice.” Stop by the library to get a copy of this book if you don’t already have it. The final discussion of this book will be on Monday April 18th at 6:30. No need to attend all 3 discussions. Come when you can! Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 983 9144 9175 Passcode: 843861
Tuesday, April 5th, 6:30-8PM: Container Gardening
Save the date! More information is forthcoming. Join UVM Extension Master Gardener Gordon Clark and learn how to grow your own food in pots and other containers. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 965 7512 6435 Passcode: 976274
Monday, April 18th, 6:30PM 3rd Book Discussion Group: The Resilient Gardener by Carol Deppe
We’ll be discussing the last 4 chapters of this book. These chapters include: 9. The Laying Flock, 10. Squash and Pumpkins, 11. Beans, and 12. Corn. “Deppe challenges us to experiment with and practice all aspects of gardening, seed saving, and food storage, and advises on the growing need to meet special food and climate requirements in the face of our food system’s fragility.” Stop by the library to get a copy of this book if you don’t already have it. No need to attend all 3 discussions. Come when you can!
Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 967 5618 3222 Passcode: 192506
Monday, May 2nd, 6:30-8PM: Gardening - Low Tunnel Construction
Save the date! More info is forthcoming. UVM Extension Master Gardener Gordon Clark explains how to stretch your growing season by building low tunnels that protect your plants early in the season and late into the fall.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/96819365679?pwd=N0JQS3JDdDZTWWEwbUV0dk13cElodz09
Meeting ID: 968 1936 5679 Passcode: 043864
Some Thursdays 3-5PM: Come Play Mahjong!
Our group of Mahjong players had so much fun, but as some departed for warmer climates, more players are needed! Do you play Mahjong? Do you want to learn how to play? Mahjong is one of the oldest games, played by thousands of people. This tile game involves skill, strategy, and calculation along with a bit of luck. All materials are provided. All are welcome. Please email librarian@windsorlibrary.org if you’re interested in joining this group.
Some Wednesdays at 3pm: Spanish Conversation Class: All levels
Day and time subject to change due to instructor's schedule so call before coming! Please call instructor Paula Dart at 802-674-5812 to confirm.
2nd and 4th Mondays of the month, 6:30-8PM: Knitting Group!
Join us on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month at the library from 6:30-8PM and meet other knitting enthusiasts. Knit, chat, and swap ideas and new techniques. All ages and abilities welcome, including beginners. Come once or come often!! Bring along any projects you are working on. If you are just starting out, we do have some supplies available for use, though we encourage you to bring your own.
Community shopping / Restaurant Update
Shop Local!
Social Media Support for Windsor BusinessesDo you operate a Windsor brick and mortar or home based business? Could you use some help with your social media messaging? Not sure what that hashtag business is all about? If so, contact Riley White in our Development Office Riley White rwhite@windsorvt.org or myself tmarsh@windsorvt.org Our development office can help you navigate the social media landscape, leverage your messaging and assist with platform implementation. Would like to know more about establishing an on-line platform, accept online orders and payments? Let us know. Running a special? Let us know. New menu? Let us know.
Riley also works in our Town Clerk's office and will be busy with Town Meeting this week so I may be the better option for a few days.
The information below has been provided to the Town but for the most current information please check with the business website.
Main Street Racing
Have you checked out Main Street Racing? Not sure what it is about? Check out their FAQ section on their website gather up some buddies and start your engines!
Bistro Midva Wednesday through Saturday 4:30 to 9:30
More info. HERE
Windsor Station Restaurant
Fresh Pasta Every Day!
Open Wednesday Thursday Sunday 4-8 PM, Friday Saturday 4-9PM
Order take out line HERE
Harpoon News
Haven't visited us in awhile? We have new menu items that you won't want to miss! Spoiler alert: we now offer a PB&J burger (just trust us on this one).
Windsor Diner
We are open !! Wednesday- Sundays 7-3
Main Street GalleryVermont art gallery offering paintings, limited edition prints, photographs, mixed media, sculpture, jewelry, calendars, and gifts for all price ranges.
Boston Dreams located in downtown historic Windsor, has updated their hours:
Daily 7:30am-3pm Both Take out and outside patio seating is available. Order online at www.bostondreams.com or call 802-230-4107.
FRAZERS PLACE - Regular hours, full menu.
PIZZA CHEF - Regular hours, full menu. 674-6861
Message From Windsor Schools
WHS Windsor Rotary Student of the Month - FebruaryCongratulations to Alexina Peckinpaugh, Windsor School’s Student of the Month for February. Alexina brings a positive attitude to every class and works consistently toward learning; she is genuinely curious and hard working with a ‘No Quit, Can Do’’ attitude. Alexina is a strong contributor to class discussion and her writing is detailed, thoughtful, and well organized. In science and inquiry, Alexina recently placed second in the psychology category of the WHS science fair with her project titled “The Effects of Gender Bias on Superhero Preference”. She will represent WHS at the state science fair in the spring. Alexina is also a key player on the field hockey team and secretary of the junior class. An avid ‘Irish dance’ competitor who has placed at the national level, Alexina is a unique individual who perseveres in all that she does. Congratulations Alexina!
WHS National Honor Society Teacher of the Month - February
February’s teacher of the month is Megan Roberts! Ms. Roberts is a new teacher but has made an immediate impact on her students and the community at large. Students have commented on her kindness and willingness to help. Even if a student is not in her class she is always willing to assist with work and go beyond her job description. Students have also noted that Ms. Roberts always has a positive attitude and maintains her patience with students no matter how slow the progress. She is always willing to take the time to go above and beyond and does so with kindness and empathy. We are so glad to have you, Ms. Roberts!
Information on Religious Services
Sunday Worship Service at Trinity Church
Sundays at 9:30am - 44 Main St., Windsor, VT
In person at 44 Main St., Windsor, VT and Live Streaming on our website.
We are following Covid-19 guidelines for the State of Vermont.
You are welcome to join us on site or online!
Old South Church
Old South Church Updated Mask Mandate
Due to the rising rates of COVID, we are requiring all who attend Old South Church gatherings to wear masks upon entry of the building until further notice – regardless of vaccination status.
While we have limited disposable masks available at the door, we highly encourage you to bring your own.
If you choose to attend Sunday services online, we still hold live Zoom services. You can find the link on our website (oldsouthchurch.com) and then by clicking on our ‘Events’ tab.
If you have questions or concerns, please email the church office at oldsouthchurchwindsor@gmail.com.
Thank you and we hope to see you in person or online!
St. Francis Catholic Church on Union Street in Windsor is pleased to welcome you for Masses on Saturdays at 6:00pm and on Sundays at 10:30am. Weekday Masses are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:00am. Specific information for Holy Days or changes in regular schedule can be found on our website www.stfranciswindsor.org. As an act of charity toward our fellow parishioners, Bishop Coyne is asking that masks be worn at all Masses. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation with the request. If you have any questions, please call us at 802-674-2157 or email us at stfranciswindsor@vermontcatholic.org. Also like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/StFrancisWindsorVT
Ascutney Union Church
Services Sunday at 10am in person and on line. In person masking is at your discretion.
Federal, State and Local Reference information
Vermont State Information on COVID-19: Vermont.gov
Municipal Service information
The Windsor Municipal Administrative Offices are open to the public!