You can find the weekly Windsor newsletter for Friday, February 4th HERE and below
The ice fishing derby held last Saturday by the Windsor Rec. Department and the Windsor Coon Hunters Association was enjoyed by all. Check out this Valley News article on the event! Skating on the common has been in full swing. The crew plans to get the ice back in shape after the storm to keep the fun going! Don't forget skates and snowshoes are available to sign out at the Rec. for not cost. (Thanks to Tom Pryzby for the photo)
Windsor Mask Mandate
At their January 25 meeting the selectboard passed on a 5-0 vote a mask mandate for the Town of Windsor. We ask businesses to please post a copy of the sign (found at the link below) in a conspicuous place at any public entrance to your business. Section 1 refers to Act 1 which is the state legislation allowing towns to take such actions. The mandate does not have an enforcement component. The board is hopeful that businesses, residents and visitors will voluntarily comply. You can find the related documents here LINK. You can find a video of the meeting HERE
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
Annual Budget Survey Responses
The results of the annual budget survey can be found here.
Upcoming Activity at the Closed Prison
VSP will be on site Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Prison Property Report to the Legislature
The legislature requested that a committee be formed to evaluate the highest and best future State uee for the former correctional facility. That report was issued on December 15th and can be found HERE along with a variety of past reports on the issue
Fiscal 2023 Budget & Town Meeting Information
At their January 25th meeting the Selectboard voted on the fiscal 23 budget (7.01.22 -6.30.23) Capital Budget and Town Meeting Warning to be voted on at the 2022 Town Meeting to be held on Monday, February 28th with voting to occur on Tuesday, March 1st. Additional information, including a Windsor on Air presentation and the distribution of the Annual Report will be provided in the weeks ahead. You can find the warning HERE. You can find all of the documents provided to the selectboard and the budget committee during the budget development process HERE
Community News
News from Ascutney Outdoors:
February 4, 5 and 6 Community Day on the Rope Tow will be held from 2:15 PM until 4:00PM on Friday February 4th. The Tubing Lift will operate on Saturday the 5th and Sunday the 6th from Noon until 4PM. Additionally, there will be Saturday night tubing under the lights from 6PM until 8PM. The T-bar will operate on Saturday the 5th and Sunday the 6th from Noon until 4PM. COME JOIN US FOR FUN IN THE NEW SNOW
Check out this great New York Times Article on the efforts of Ascutney Outdoors and their supporters in helping to revitalize the mountain!
Recycling & Trash Q&AWhat do I do with??Get Your Recycling & Trash Questions Answered!Q&A with Ham Gillett of Upper Valley Solid Waste Management DistrictThursday, February 17th at 6:30 pmHosted by Windsor On Air Zoom Link Join us live on Zoom and on Windsor On Air’s Facebook pageSend questions in advance to woa-tv@comcast.net
Windsor County Mentors is recruiting mentors for both the school-based and the community-based program. We create and support mentoring partnerships by matching competent, caring, screened adults with Windsor County youth. Our one-on-one relationships provide continuity across the years of a young person's development and connect a child to the community. Our community-based program serves the entire county, while our school-based program serves multiple districts throughout the county. For both programs, adult volunteers complete an application (available to download from our website), a full background check, and comprehensive training. Each volunteer is then matched with one of our wonderful kids to share time weekly engaging in activities that the pair selects together. Visit our website for more information or contact Hope Wilson at hope@wcmentors.org. We look forward to hearing from you and helping build relationships that can last a lifetime! Clean Heat Alternative: Advanced Wood Heat (AWH)
Mount Ascutney Regional Commission and Two Rivers-Ottauquechee Regional Commission are teaming up to present to you a Clean Heat learning opportunity. How can one help to achieve the goals driven by the recent Comprehensive Energy Plan and Climate Action Plan? Options! Renewable energy heating options are a hot topic today across Vermont. For Upper Valley residents looking to update or upgrade their home heating system, advanced wood heat may be an effective option. The carbon sequestration that our forests bring is critical in fighting Green House Gas emissions. The removal and use of low-quality wood could be an option for some Vermonters. We bring you two experts on the topic of Advanced Wood Heat who will share how it compares to other non-fossil fuel heating options.
Webinar: Thursday February 3, 2022 at 5:30pm, information can be found at: https://marcvt.org/energy/
Speakers: Emma Hanson, Wood Energy Coordinator, VT Department of Forests, Parks & Recreation
Bill Karis, Energy Consultant, Efficiency Vermont Contacts: Alexander Taft, ataft@marcvt.org Steven Bauer, sbauer@trorc.org
The WOA Virtual Cat Show has been rescheduled to Saturday, February 19th!
We had great success with our dog show last year, so this year we will focus on our feline friends.
Date: Saturday, February 19th at 10:00 am
Video submissions due by February 1st
Contact WOA for submission details: woa-tv@comcast.net
Phone or text 802-674-5200
CatShow Zoom Link
Livestream Concert with Brook Hubbard
t’s been too long since we’ve caught up, virtually…. Join me this Tuesday Feb 8th at 7:00pm ET on my YouTube & Facebook pages for some new music and good vibes.#gratefulformusic #goodvibesallthetime #spreadlove #livestreamindependentmusic
WPD HOME ALONe Safety Course
(2.5 HRS) Friday, February 25, 2022
As our children grow older, there comes a time when they become responsible enough to stay home alone for short periods of time, while we run errands, or drop another child at practice or other activity. For many parents, leaving a child at home can be a scary thought, and after receiving many requests for guidance as to when a child is permitted to be left alone or what they should know before they are granted that responsibility, the Windsor PD has opted to host a Home Alone Safety course for children 9-12 years of age; that will provide them with the knowledge and skills necessary to help them stay safe and responsible when home alone.
Topics covered include:
Basic First Aid, Calling 911, Fire Safety, Healthy Eating, Kitchen Safety, Online Safety, Severe Weather Safety, Activities to entertain yourself when home alone.
Date: 02/25/2022 - Friday
Time: 12:30-3:00 (½ day for Windsor Schools)
Cost: Free
Location: Windsor PD
Registration link:
https://forms.gle/D3ahZQDA49A7y3Em7 New Mini-Exhibit at the American Precision Museum “Patterns and Molds”:
The American Precision Museum’s new temporary exhibit, “Patterns and Molds,” opens at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 14, 2022. This special selection of items is drawn from the Museum’s archives and remains on exhibit from 10 am to 5 pm through Monday, February 14.
The exhibit includes video elements explaining molding processes, live demonstrations of thermoforming, and more. Although many of the patterns resemble simple shapes, some are more complex, and all ultimately became parts of machines. 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!
Simon Pearce is hiring a Commercial Cleaner, Customer Care Associate, Glassblowers, IT Helpdesk Manager, and Sales Associates. The Simon Pearce Restaurant is also hiring 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.
Old Barns of Vermont LINKWindsor on Air Cat Show LINK
Lucy 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
Ascutney Outdoors LINK
Mask Mandate LINK
Proposed Youth Detention Facility at Prison Farm LINK
Report on Former Prison Urges Action VTDigger LINK
State Leaders Look for New Use for Former State Prison WCAX 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
WINDSOR PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWS:
Saturday, February 19, 1:30PM: Snow Sculpture Creation!
Adults and kids are welcome to come learn and create. Come join snow sculpture aficionados Rebecca Haynes and Mark Eyerman and work to create the snow sculpture of your dreams! Bring gardening tools, shovels, maybe even a hand saw, and of course your imagination. We’ll meet in the Windsor Library’s front yard but may expand across the street and into the Town Common. This is of course weather and snow dependent.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING
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!
Wednesday, March 2nd, 10:30AM Outdoor 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!
ADULT PROGRAMMING
Tuesday, February 15, 4:30PM: Hybrid Afternoon Book Discussion Group
We will be discussing Brit Bennett’s The Vanishing Half: “a multi-generational family saga that tackles prickly issues of racial identity and bigotry and conveys the corrosive effects of secrets and dissembling. It's also a great read that will transport you out of your current circumstances, whatever they are.” Stop by the library and get a copy of this book. This book discussion will take place at the library (wearing masks) and via Zoom. Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/97406908013?pwd=L0psMjJNYW1vb1ZTMkZXelc3c0sxQT09
Meeting ID: 974 0690 8013 Passcode: 540479
Wednesday, February 23rd, 6:30PM Zoom Book Discussion Group: The Resilient Gardener: Food Production and Self-Reliance in Uncertain Times by Carol Deppe
Spring is coming. I am ordering seeds and planning my 2022 garden. Please join other gardeners (and would-be gardeners!) in a 3-part discussion of this important book. In February, we’ll be discussing the first 4 chapters (less than 100 pages.) These chapters include: 1. Gardening and Resilience, 2. The Plant-Gardener Covenant, 3. Gardening in an Era of Wild Weather and Climate Change, and 4. Diet and Food Resilience. “Not only does Deppe discuss all the immediate, nose-to-the-grindstone kind of information about producing and using home-grown food, but also all the surrounding environmental and cultural aspects of gardening that are so vital to success. A must-read for beginning gardeners, and full of details even the most experienced will find invaluable.” Stop by the library to get a copy of this book! The other 2 discussions on this book will be on Monday, March 21st at 6:30, and Monday April 18th at 6:30 No need to attend all 3 discussions if you're unable. Come when you can!
Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 969 3393 8736 Passcode: 081279
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
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
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
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!
The information below has been provided to the Town but for the most current information please check with the business website.
SISTERS WEEKEND MARKETPLACE... a bit of whimsy for the home and soul!
It's February which means we are putting the finishing touches together for our "Sweetheart Weekend" ... 2 days of love, happiness and treasures galore! It's the perfect place to find that special something!!! And The Song Garden will be spreading the love with their Valentine's Day Tulip Jars! Each jar showcasing red, white, and pink tulips, pussy willow and pink and white wax flowers ... perfect for the love of your life!!!
Saturday Feb 12th 10-4pm
Sunday Feb 13th 10-2pm
Sisters Weekend Marketplace
82 Main St.
Windsor, Vermont
sistersweekendmarketplace@gmail.com
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IG sistersweekendmarketplace Branch & Thorn Flower Farm's Spring Flower Share
Looking for the perfect gift for this Valentine’s Day? Purchase a Spring Flower Share from Branch & Thorn Flower Farm! You or a loved one will receive 5 weeks of stunning specialty tulips and heirloom fragrant narcissus this spring. We have limited spots left, so don’t wait – get your order in today! For more details and to sign up, visit our website:
https://www.branchandthorn.com/csa/p/spring-share-2022 Main Street Gallery
Chocolate dipped strawberries by Linsi Nylund for your Valentine. You can get these delicious beauties Feb 13th between noon and 4pm for your Valentines along with Robin French's fabulous flowers. Stop by and say hi and grab a bunch of love.
C Bistro Midva: Welcome Bistro Midva to Main St. The Midva team will take a winter break to catch up on rest and be with family. We will be closed from January 26th to February 8th and we will reopen on February 9th.Again we are humbled by all the support and kind words folks share about us. We can’t thank you all enough and wish you all the best in 2022Cheers!Chad and Arlanda
Windsor Station Restaurant
Open Wednesday-Sunday 4-8 PM
Order take out line HERE
Harpoon News
To honor Black History Month, we will be donating $1 for every pint of Harpoon IPA sold in February to Vermont African American Heritage Trail, which has 29 sites throughout the state that serves to inform Vermont tourists and residents of the enduring contributions of Vermonters of African heritage and the role of white Vermonters in both Vermont and American civil rights history.
Windsor Diner
We are open !! Wednesday- Sundays 7-3 Boston Dreams located in downtown historic Windsor, has updated their hours:
Daily 8am-4pm 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
Federal, State and Local Reference information
Vermont State Information on COVID-19: Vermont.gov
See Windsor Mask Mandate at top of Newsletter
Municipal Service information
The Windsor Municipal Administrative Offices are open to the public!