Cavendish Update 2/10/23: HHW/News/Events
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2/10/23
1. Cavendish Info:
2. Hazardous Household Waste Collection
3. Covid/Flu update
4. Events
1. CAVENDISH INFO
• AARPA Meeting 1/31/23: Continued to discuss survey/questionnaire, to see how voters would like to see these funds spent, and distribution of the survey. Unapproved minutes are available at the Cavendish Town Website.
• Caryl Marion Blaise, 1931-2022: Many will remember Caryl from her time at CTES. She also worked at Kenwood Mill (Cavendish) and Proctor Reels (Proctorsville). A member of St. James Church, she also belonged to the Myrtle Rebekah Lodge. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the St James Church of Proctorsville, Vt.
• Fletcher Memorial Library (Ludlow) on-line Auction: The Ludlow Library is currently hosting an on-line auction with a number of different items to bid on. While the items can be seen at the library, the auction is on-line at https://www.32auctions.com/FML23
• Walmart Bomb Threat: According to a Claremont Police Department Facebook post, at approximately 2:45 PM on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, the Claremont Police Communications Center received a call alleging that a bomb was inside the Walmart at 14 Bowen Street. Reportedly, a store associate received the initial call from a suspect who made the direct threat on the retailer.
2. HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE (HHW): The darkest days of winter are behind us; spring cleaning is on the distant horizon. This is a good time to start gathering your HHW that’s been hiding out in the basement, garage, barn, attic, under the sink, and other spots in your house. There are lots of places to put it and forget it. The solid waste district’s, which Cavendish is a member of, HHW Depot will open in May to residents and small businesses by appointment only. No lines. We take just about everything. Click here to find out what to bring: .
3. COVID/FLU: For local information on Covid, please see the Cavendish COVID-19 Resource Guide.
Vaccination for Covid and Flu- Doctor’s office or pharmacy.
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. 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.
Schools: 5 cases of Covid were reported for CTES on 2/3, 1 on 2/6. GMUHS had 2 cases in the past week.
Vermont Covid Surveillance Report: The 1/29-2/4 report indicates low community levels state wide with the exception of Bennington County, which is rated “medium”. The number of VT Covid deaths now exceed 900, with 7 deaths this past week. There were 22 deaths in January, which is two more than December, but well down from November’s 33. Three outbreaks are reported for Windsor County.
Vermont Flu Surveillance Report. The 1/22-1/28 reports VT as continuing to have minimal levels of flu statewide.
4. EVENTS
FEBRUARY 10 (FRIDAY): How to Photograph Wildlife. Feb 3, 6:30-7:30pm @ Cavendish Fletcher Community Library. Tim O’Donoghue will show some of his bird and wildlife photos, and discuss techniques and equipment, with an emphasis on wildlife biology and specific skills needed to photograph wildlife. Recommended for ages 12 and up. FMI: contact Robin at 802-259-2327, or email cavendishcommunityconservation@gmail.com.
FEBRUARY 13 (MONDAY): Cavendish Select Board Meeting, 6:30 pm Cavendish Town Office
FEBRUARY 14 (TUESDAY): Happy Valentine’s Day
FEBRUARY 15 (WEDNESDAY): 3rd Quarter Property Taxes Due
FEBRUARY 20 (MONDAY): President’s Day, Legal Holiday, Town Office Closed
FEBRUARY 21 (TUESDAY): Mardi Gras
MARCH 2 (THURSDAY): The Annual School District Meeting will take place on March 2 at 6 pm at the Green Mountain Union High School. Click here for a copy of the warning.
- Community Luncheon: Free Corned Beef & Cabbage, serving at Noon, Ludlow ommunity Center Cafeteria, 37 Main ST. Ludlow. Bingo follows the meal. Meal provided by Black River Good Neighbor Services. All are welcome.
MARCH 6 (MONDAY): Town Meeting (informational)
MARCH 7 (TUESDAY): Voting takes place from 10-7 at the Proctorsville Fire Hall.
MARCH 12 (SUNDAY): Daylight Savings Time Begins. Set clocks ahead one hour
MARCH 17 (FRIDAY): HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY
APRIL 7 (FRIDAY): Good Friday. Town Office Closed
APRIL 9 (SUNDAY): HAPPY EASTER