Cavendish Update 12/16/22: News/Events
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12/16/22
1. Happening this weekend
2. Cavendish Info
3. Covid/Flu update
4. Events
SNOW DAY Schools as well as other scheduled activities have been cancelled today due to the snow storm. Check Cavendish Facebook for cancellations and any emergencies that may be related to the storm.
1. HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND: Cancellations for any of the events below will be posted to the Cavendish Facebook page. The Christmas tree sale at the Cavendish Fire Dept., continues.
SATURDAY: Stuff a fire truck food drive, 9-5 at Shaw’s Parking Lot, Ludlow. Sponsored by Proctorsvile and Ludlow Fire Depts. Benefits Black River Good Neighbors.
• A.C.T. Christmas Party at Calcutta’s, 87 Fox Lane, Ludlow. Free admission. Santa will be there from 2-8 pm to hand out free gifts to all children. Free Buffet from 4-7 pm. FMI: 413-636-9028 or info@assistingchildrentoday.org
• Ludlow Legion Children’s Christmas Party: The American Legion Post 36 in Ludlow, Vt. will be hosting their Annual Children’s Christmas Party on Saturday Dec. 17, from 1-4 p.m. There will be a multitude of activities, including cookie and ornament decorating, games, and face painting. There will even be a very special appearance by Santa himself. Stop by the American Legion 133 Main St. Ludlow, Vt. on Dec. 17.
SUNDAY: FIFA World Cup in Ludlow Town Hall: Friends of the Ludlow Auditorium, has been able to acquire the rights to show the final round of the FIFA 2022 World Cup match from Qatar. This match will be screened live in the Ludlow Town Hall auditorium and is free. Broadcast is Sunday, Dec. 18 at 10 am. FMI: 802-228-3287
2. CAVENDISH INFO
• Cavendish SB and ARPA meetings Cancelled: The Select Board and ARPA meetings planned for Monday and Tuesday of this past week had to be cancelled. The SB meeting has been rescheduled for Dec. 19th at 6:30 pm at the Town Office. The agenda is available by clicking here. The ARPA Committee will take place on Dec.20 (Tuesday) at 5 pm at the Town Office.
• Officials urge Vermonters to challenge errors in FCC’s new broadband map: The Vermont Community Broadband Board is asking Vermont residents to check their addresses on the Federal Communications Commission’s national broadband map to see if their internet speed and provider availability are reported accurately. State broadband officials have challenged the accuracy of the map, which shows that more than 95% of Vermont households have broadband internet access. VT Digger
• Benson’s Chevy Toys for Tots 2022: Drop off unwrapped items to Benson’s Chevrolet Inc., 25 Pond St. in Ludlow, Vt. They will be collecting toys for children in need until Dec. 22. Donated items include: children’s clothing, toys, books, bikes, games, and craft projects to name just a few. Benson’s is open Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. FMI: Kim Lampert at 802-228-4000.
• Chester board adopts short-term rental ordinance: Beginning in April of next year, property owners who offer dwellings in Chester for short-term rental will have to register with the town by paying a fee and abiding by a set of health and safety regulations that are already in state law but sparsely enforced. Chester Telegraph
Ludlow Subway Closed for a Week: Due to remodeling, Subway is closed but should be reopening Friday or Saturday.
Holiday Hours for Ludlow Health Center: Ludlow Health Center will be open from 8-noon on Christmas Eve, closed Christmas Day and returning to normal hours on Monday the 26th. For Dec. 31, the walk in hours will be 8-2, closed on New Year’s Day and reopening Monday, Jan. 2 with normal hours.
3. COVID/FLU: For local information on Covid, please see the Cavendish COVID-19 Resource Guide.
Prevent Flu & Covid:
- Vaccinate. Vaccination clinics nearby for Covid and Flu-Fridays at Riverside Middle School in Springfield; 3-6pm, no appointment needed. Shots are free
- Wear a mask in crowded places, particularly in doors;
- Cough or sneeze into a tissue or your elbow, throw the tissue away, and wash your hands immediately;
- Avoid close contact with those confirmed or suspected of having the flu, COVID-19. Stay at home and away from others when you are sick
- Wash hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds, especially after sneezing, coughing or using the bathroom and before eating
Free Covid Test kits/masks & hand sanitizer: Available Monday-Friday at the Cavendish Fire Dept from 9-4. For weekends and off hours, call 802-226-7807. Also pick up free masks and sanitizer when picking up a test kit. Masks and hand sanitizer are available 24/7, 365 at the CHS Cares Closet, next to the steps of the Museum. Items are on the top upper left hand shelf.
Order free Covid test kits: Due to rising cases of Covid across the country, it is possible to once again order free Covid-19 tests by clicking here. Every U.S. household is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. To order by phone Call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489).
Schools: No cases this past week at CTES or GMUHS
Vermont Covid Surveillance Report: The 12/4-12/10 report reports low community levels statewide with the exception of Rutland County that is rated as medium. Hospitalizations however doubled in the last week. No outbreaks were reported for Windsor County. Omicron subvariants BQ.1 has now been reported in VT. Studies indicate that bivalent booster vaccines are effective at producing an immune response to BQ.1 To date only 28% of Vermonters have been vaccinated with this vaccine. There have been no deaths reported for December so far.
Vermont Flu Surveillance Report. The 11/27-12/3 report describes VT as having moderate levels of flu statewide. Health Commissioner, Dr. Mark Levine, has stated that VT will probably be at high status in the next few weeks. Windsor County is reporting 2 outbreaks of flu.
4. EVENTS
DECEMBER 17 (SATURDAY): See Item 1 above.
DECEMBER 19 (MONDAY): Cavendish Select Board Meeting, 6:30 pm at the Cavendish Town Office. The agenda is available by clicking here.
DECEMBER 20 (TUESDAY): ARPA committee meeting, 5 pm at the Cavendish Town Office.
DECEMBER 24 (SATURDAY): Christmas Eve. Services: St. James Methodist in Proctorsville 4.45 pm
DECEMBER 25 (SUNDAY): MERRY CHRISTMAS
DECEMBER 26 (MONDAY): Town office closed for Christmas holiday
DECEMBER 31 (SATURDAY): New Year’s Eve
JANUARY 1 (SUNDAY): HAPPY NEW YEAR!
JANUARY 2 (MONDAY): Town office closed for New Year’s
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