Cavendish Update 4/2/21: Rt 131 Construction/Covid/News

VIEW THE CAVENDISH VT FACEBOOK PAGE DAILY FOR THE LATEST NEWS You don’t have to be a Facebook subscriber to see this page.

 Ticks are out and looking to feed. Be tick smart and not a hostess.

4/2//21

1. Route 131 Road Construction: Begins 4/5

2. Cavendish Info

3. Covid update

4. Events

1. ROUTE 131 ROAD CONSTRUCTION: Week of 4/5/21: Please be sure and read these weekly notices so that you can plan your use of route 131 accordingly.

TRAFFIC IMPACT: Motorists should expect a one-lane alternating traffic pattern at several locations throughout the project during the week of 4/5/21. A speed reduction from 50 mph to 40 mph will be in place for the 2021 construction season. Fines are doubled for speeding in the speed reduction zone.

CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES: Installation of erosion control measures throughout the length of the project will occur next week. Crews will be installing stone along the shoulders throughout the project next week. Work will begin in Cavendish and proceed west. 

Berm removal and ditching operations will begin late in the week next week and continue into the week of 4/12. This work will take place at various locations throughout the project.

Guardrail operations will begin in Weathersfield near the intersection with Route 106 next week and proceed west. Guardrail operations will be ongoing for several weeks.

2. CAVENDISH INFO

• Cavendish Easter Egg Hunt: The hunt will be April 3 ( Saturday) 10 am at Greven Field. Please be there by 9:45 to register. Masks and social distancing are required. Different age groups will be spaced and separated. Happy Hunting.

• CHS April Briefs:  Check out the latest from the Cavendish Historical Society.

• Cavendish Community Fund accepting applications for spring 2021 grants: The Cavendish Community Fund has announced that it is now accepting grant applications for spring 2021 awards. The fund will consider applications filed anytime, but will only award spring grants to those who file by May 8. Applications can be made by letter that describes the organization that is applying, the project proposed, and the overall budget, including the amount requested. It must also describe how the project will benefit the people of Cavendish. Applications, including instructions, can be obtained by emailing CavendishCommunityFund@gmail.com or by mailing to the Cavendish Community Fund, P.O. Box 154, Proctorsville, VT 05153. Projects, programs, or events for which funds are sought must directly benefit the Cavendish community in some way. A panel of local citizens reviews all applications and recommends grant awards based on the quality and feasibility of each proposal. Grants are not expected to exceed $1,000 each and will depend primarily on the number of applications received and the amounts requested. FMI: Doug McBride 802-226-7142 or Peter LaBelle 226-7250.

• School community meets, questions GM principal candidates

• GM boys take historic hoops title in tense overtime win: Congratulations GMUHS boys varsity basketball team.

• New Free Wi-Fi in Ludlow

• Rockingham Veterinarian Clinic now in Chester

• Take Down Bird Feeders: Wildlife officials recommend that Vermonters take down their bird feeders by April 1 to avoid attracting bears. Warm weather and melting snows will drive bears to come out of their winter dens in search of food.  “Bringing feeders in at night doesn’t work, because bears will still feed on seed that is spilled on the ground.”

• Green Mountain Club reminds hikers not to hike muddy trails: As the weather warms up, the Green Mountain Club is reminding people to stay off of muddy trails. If you’re hiking and find a muddy trail, they ask that you pick a different one. A muddy trailhead is an indicator of trail conditions. For closed and open trail updates, check with the Green Mountain Club or Vermont State Parks.

• Limited Inventory, Many Out-of-state Buyers Keep Vermont Home Sales Unattainably Brisk

• Standardized testing will happen this year; it just won’t count for much

3. COVID UPDATE: As of 3/23/21, Cavendish had no new cases of Covid in the prior week. The town total stands at 22 cases. Ludlow had 4 new cases (total 61), while Chester had 3 (70 total) and Springfield 2 (196).

March 25 set a record of 251 cases in one day, and yesterday April 1, with 233 cases, wasn’t far behind. This spike in cases is occurring primarily among the unvaccinated. According to Health Commissioner, Dr. Levine, “Our efforts to vaccinate Vermonters is a race against what the virus does best: move easily from person to person. Throughout the country, including up and down the Eastern Seaboard, case numbers are up.” Half of the cases in the prior two weeks were attributed to those under 30, who are more mobile and with warmer weather, increasingly more active. However, the UK variant is in VT and on the UVM campus. This variant spreads a lot more quickly. “No one’s discovered a sort of a magic cure for the fact that variants are around, and we should accept the variant is just another aspect of the SARS-CoV-2 virus,” Levine said.

Estimates are that by mid-April Vermont will have 250 new cases a day. The state is urging everyone, but particularly youth, to double down on masking, social distancing and other preventive measures.

Spigot Turning: Vaccinated individuals are now allowed to visit hospitals. You will be required to show your vaccination card. To help protect your card, Staple will laminate it for free at their print shop. New school guidelines will allow three foot distance for Vermont’s older students.

 Modeling: As of 4/1, Vermont has a case count of, 19,523  with 227 deaths. The seven day percent positivity rate-number of cases as compared to the number of tests being done-rose from 1.6% last week to 2.1% as of yesterday. Over 38% of Vermonters 16+ have received at least one dose of vaccine. As can be seen in this week’s modeling, the incidence of Covid in groups that have been vaccinated is rapidly declining.

Vaccination Scheduling: VT is now vaccinating:50 +;  16+ with a qualifying under lying  condition; parents of children with serious medical conditions; BIPOC (black, ingenious, people of color) 16+; health care workers, first responders, corrections, teachers and educational staff.  Other vaccine registration dates, which begin at 8:15 am, are as follows:

40+ April 5 (Monday)

30+ April 12 (Monday)

16+ April 19 (Monday)

CVS (Bennington and Rutland) are offering vaccinations, along with Kinney and Walgreens, as part of the federal pharmacy distribution program. Note that the federal pharmacy programs are slated to receive more vaccine this coming week.  You can register directly with these pharmacies. Please note if you are trying to get the soonest vaccine possible, you will need to check the pharmacy sites more than once a day.

 We’re being asked about the closest vaccine sites to Cavendish. While the Ludlow Dental Center has started vaccinating, it all depends when you register what’s available where.

 Make an appointment for your free vaccine on-line or by calling  855-722-7878. Clinics take place regardless of weather. If you can’t make an appointment, please call 855-722-7878 to cancel and reschedule.

 Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Protects for 6 Months or More, Study Shows

 Long Haulers Clinic Coming to DHMC

Local Resources: If you need to quarantine either from exposure or because you have Covid, local resources are available to help you: 

-       Cavendish Resource Guide

-       CHS Cares Closet: Masks (cloth and disposable), books, toys, craft supplies. Open 24/7. All free. Located next to the steps of the Cavendish Historical Society Museum.

4.  UPCOMING EVENTS:

APRIL 2 (FRIDAY): Good Friday, Cavendish Town Office closed

APRIL 3 (SATURDAY): Cavendish Easter Egg Hunt. Greven Field, 10 am. Masks and social distancing required.

APRIL 4 (SUNDAY): HAPPY EASTER

APRIL 5 (MONDAY): Construction begins on 131 and will go until the fall.

MAY 1 (SATURDAY): Green up Day

JULY 31 (SATURDAY): 11th Annual Cavendish Town Wide Tag Sale

CA❤︎ENDSH-A SAFER SIX COMMUNITY

1. Vaccinate when it’s your turn

2.  Mask-Cover nose and mouth; Double mask if possible

3. Social distance-6 feet at least

4. Wash hands frequently with soap & water, or hand sanitizer

5. Avoid unnecessary travel

6. Test if you have symptoms, have traveled out of state, or been in contact with someone who has tested positive.

    IF YOU READ THIS PLEASE HELP SUPPORT CAVENDISH CONNECTS

Cavendish Update 3/26/21: Internet Survey/News/Covid

VIEW THE CAVENDISH VT FACEBOOK PAGE DAILY FOR THE LATEST NEWS You don’t have to be a Facebook subscriber to see this page.

3/26/21

1. Cavendish Info

2. Cavendish Internet Survey

3. Covid update

4. Events

1. CAVENDISH INFO

• GMHS principal search entering final phase:  A virtual forum will be held on March 30 so the community can meet the final two principal candidates. Interim Principal Michael Ripley was a candidate for the job but did not make the committee’s final list. When Ripley was given the interim job, Fierman said that if he did not get the permanent position, Ripley would continue in the Associate Principal position he had before being promoted. To attend that forum go to https://trsu.zoom.us/j/82688621740. Chester Telegraph

• GMUHS boys trounce Thetford, head to Division III Championship

• Join the all-organic 2021 community garden: The Ludlow Area Community Garden is open to all residents of Ludlow and neighboring towns and is located in the Fletcher Farm grounds on Route 103. Individual 10-by-10-foot plots are used to grow vegetables, flowers, and some fruits. Waist-high raised beds are available too. This is a “community” garden, and all members are expected to join in and take part in the maintenance of their own plots as well as the common areas of this beautiful garden. VT Journal

• VT State Parks to Host Virtual Summer Job Fair: A virtual job fair will take place April 6 from 6-7 pm. There are 55 VT state parks with a wide array of jobs. No pre-registration is need to sign into the virtual job fair — it will be held on Microsoft Teams, and folks can join through the Vermont State Parks website.

• Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holding Job Fair: A three day job fair March 29 (Monday)-March 31 (Wednesday) will be held from 9-6 at Best Western 818 Charlestown Rd in Springfield. An ongoing job fair is also taking place today through Friday, April 2 from 9-6 at the new location (formerly Peebles) of Ollie’s in the Springfield Plaza. The final day of the job fair is at the Springfield Plaza location on Saturday April 3 from 9-2. Full time and Part time positions are open. You can also apply on-line.

2. CAVENDISH INTERNET SURVEY: With significant one time funding coming to Vermont for broadband, Cavendish Connects is conducting a short survey to better understand what Internet needs still exist in our town. We would like to hear from Internet users, particularly those using TDS or VTel wireless, about their current experience. Please identify

• Your Internet Service Provider (e.g. Comcast, TDS, VTel Wireless)

• Address of your service

• Current speed using https://www.speedtest.net/

• Current Issues

• Other concerns

Please e-mail this information to cavendishconnects@gmail.com All results will be confidential and data will appear in the aggregate. We will use this data to help in securing needed services for Cavendish residents.

3. COVID UPDATE: As of 3/17/21, Cavendish had two new cases of Covid in the prior week bringing the town’s total count to 22. Note that Cavendish has had three new cases in the last two weeks. Ludlow had 1 new cases (total 57), while Chester had none (67 total) and Springfield 9 (194). In spite of vaccinations, more than a third of all Vermonter 16+ have had at least one dose, rates in the state seem to be plateauing. In the last seven days, new cases per day ranged from a low of 89 on Tuesday and Wednesday to a high of 173 yesterday. The percentage of positive cases has increased from 1.3% last week to 1.6% this week.  Some of the increases are due to an outbreak among UVM students both on and off campus.

Spigot Turning: Vermont has expanded its new restaurant guidance to include bars and clubs. The policy took effect on Wednesday, March 24. Bars and clubs will be allowed to sit people of different households together with a maximum of six people per table. Other social distancing and capacity requirements remain in place. Like restaurants, bars will be limited to 50% occupancy. See Work Safe guidance from the Agency of Commerce and Community Development.

Education Change: The CDC has reduced the distancing requirement from 6 feet to 3 feet for students in grades K-12. The six feet will continue to apply when students eat and teachers must remain six feet from students.

Modeling: As of 3/25, Vermont has a case count of, 18,215  with 223 deaths. Over 33% of Vermonters 16+ have received at least one dose of vaccine. As can be seen in this week’s modeling, the incidence of Covid in groups that have been vaccinated is rapidly declining. In long term care facilities there are very few cases and the trend is projected to continue downwards as more and more Vermonters are vaccinated. Cases are up in the Northeast Kingdom were vaccination rates are lower. In addition, there are a number of new cases at UVM in Burlington, where the UK variant appears to be more prevalent. Infections now are most likely in those 40 and under

Vaccination Scheduling: VT is now vaccinating those 60 +,  16+ with a qualifying under lying  condition; health care workers, first responders, corrections, teachers and educational staff.  Other vaccine registration dates, which begin at 8:15 am, are as follows:

50+ March 29 (Monday)

40+ April 5 (Monday)

30+ April 12 (Monday)

16+ April 19 (Monday)

Yesterday’s 60+ registration got off to a rocky start with the on-line system not working properly and making testing appointments instead of vaccine appointments. If this happened to you, log in to your account and make sure you have the right kind of appointment. Vaccine appointments have a needle icon on the left side. If needed, you can cancel any incorrect appointments and reschedule. If you need help with an online appointment you can contact the call center at 855-722-7878.

Please note that as more vaccine comes into the state, particularly via the federal pharmacy programs, dates could easily move up. As soon as we learn of these changes, they will be immediately posted to the Cavendish VT Facebook page.

CVS (Bennington, Barre, Morrisville) is now offering vaccinations, along with Kinney and Walgreens, as part of the federal pharmacy distribution program. You can register directly with these pharmacies.

Make an appointment for your free vaccine on-line or by calling  855-722-7878. Clinics take place regardless of weather. If you can’t make an appointment, please call 855-722-7878 to cancel and reschedule.

Comparing the COVID-19 Vaccines: How Are They Different? Very good article from Yale Medicine that provides detailed information on the three vaccines in use as well the next two vaccines up for approval in the US.

Local Resources: If you need to quarantine either from exposure or because you have Covid, local resources are available to help you: 

-       Cavendish Resource Guide

-       CHS Cares Closet: Masks (cloth and disposable), books, toys, craft supplies. Open 24/7. All free. Located next to the steps of the Cavendish Historical Society Museum.

4.  UPCOMING EVENTS:

APRIL 1 (THURSDAY): Town Dog License Due. You will need a current rabies certificate. Licenses are $9 per year for spayed/neutered animals, $13 for males/females.  Please call the Town Office at 226-7291 if you have questions or to make arrangements to renew via mail. You may stop by to renew in person as the office is open on a limited basis M-F, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m..

APRIL 2 (FRIDAY): Good Friday, Cavendish Town Office closed

APRIL 4 (SUNDAY): HAPPY EASTER

MAY 1 (SATURDAY): Green up Day

JULY 31 (SATURDAY): 11th Annual Cavendish Town Wide Tag Sale

CA❤︎ENDSH-A SAFER SIX COMMUNITY

1. Vaccinate when it’s your turn

2.  Mask-Cover nose and mouth; Double mask if possible

3. Social distance-6 feet at least

4. Wash hands frequently with soap & water, or hand sanitizer

5. Avoid unnecessary travel

6. Test if you have symptoms, have traveled out of state, or been in contact with someone who has tested positive.

    IF YOU READ THIS PLEASE HELP SUPPORT CAVENDISH CONNECTS

Cavendish Update 3/19/21: SB Mtg/Tag Sale/Covid/Scams

New plaster items in the CHS Cares Closet

VIEW THE CAVENDISH VT FACEBOOK PAGE DAILY FOR THE LATEST NEWS You don’t have to be a Facebook subscriber to see this page.  

3/19/21

1. Cavendish Select Board March 15

2. Cavendish Info

3. Cavendish 11th Annual Town Wide Tag Sale

4. Covid update

5. Events

1. CAVENDISH SELECT BOARD MEETING 3/15/21: Cavendish Select Board (SB) meetings are held via Zoom. Minutes are available at the Town’s Website. Items discussed and actions taken:

Selectmen’s Organizational Meeting: Positions are similar to those listed on page 6 of this year’s Annual Report. A new position is being added, 911-Coordinator. Ginny Garrow has held this position but with her retirement on April 8, town manager, Brenda McNamara, will temporarily serve in that capacity. There are vacancies for the following positions: 2 School board directors; animal control officer, and budget committee. Anyone interested in these position should contact the town office 226-7291.

Tag Sale: Approved 11th Annual Town Wide Tag Sale following state Covid guidelines that are applicable on Saturday July 31.

Construction on 131: The construction on 131 begins April 5 (Monday) at the intersection of 131 and 106 (Downer’s). This will be an extensive paving project including coarse-milling, full depth reclamation (FDR), major roadway rehabilitation, grading and all other final paving. FMI: VTrans Cavendish-Weathersfield 131 Fact Sheet.

New loader: Lease option seems to be the best approach for the town at this time. May need to call a special meeting to discuss this further.

Town Personnel Policy: McNamara is putting together a personnel handbook for town employees as one currently doesn’t exist. The SB will need to review and adopt it. McNamara would like it completed by July 1.  

Liquor License applications approved: Brook Farm Vineyards; Outer Limits, and Murdocks

Other Business

-       Mud Season: Town Crew is out spreading gravel. If people have concerns please call the Town office. 226-7291

-       New Hire for Highway Dept Position is now posted

-       131 problematic spots/Dead Trees: McNamara will talk to VTrans about patching 3 spots on 131 soon as possible. He will also discuss the removal of a number of dead trees along 131 as part of the repaving project.

2. CAVENDISH INFO

• Scam Alert: The Springfield Police Dept. recently posted a Scam Alert noting, We are seeing an increase of scams taking place during the tax return season. Please! under no circumstances provide your personal information, banking and social security numbers. The IRS and or the Social Security Administration will never call you, they would communicate via mail. Use the following resources to help protect yourself from scams and unwanted calls:

-       Scams Office of the VT Attorney General:

-       Consumer Assistance Program at the University of VT (CAP)-Scams:

-        Computer Tech Support Scam Alert: Scammers claim to be calling about a “data breach”, antivirus security or hack. Scammers claim to be from companies like Apple or Microsoft. Contact CAP and file a report 800-649-2424.

-       Internet Safety

-       How to Stop Unwanted Calls

• Cavendish Women You Should Know: A chance donation to the Cavendish Historical Society, helped to uncover the story of Alice Wheeler Bertrand, who lived in Proctorsville and made dolls that won a blue ribbon at the 1964 New York World’s Fair. Thank you to all who provided information. Special thanks to Dr. Stacia Spaulding, Norma Randall, Penny Trick, and William W. Jenney, Regional Historic Site Administrator, President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site.  Read Alice’s story and see some of her dolls at the CHS blog.

• Super Senior: Jim Hasson-Part 2: Nice report on Jim Hasson's 95th birthday parade by WCAX.  Pics from Otis Nelson and Sharon Huntley, an interview with CTES teacher Jenn Harper and a visit at Jim's, whose fully vaccinated and ready to be out and about. What a guy. Really shows what a special place Cavendish is.

• Ludlow Rotary Donates Masks to Cavendish Closet Thank you to the Ludlow Rotary for their donation of surgical masks now available at the Cavendish Historical Society’s Cares Closet (next to the CHS Museum on Route 131). Both surgical and cloth masks are available in the top left hand corner. New Easter plaster casts, suitable for painting, are now available in the upper right hand side. Puzzles, games, craft projects in the chest below.

• IRS Postpones April 15 Tax Deadline Filing Until May 17

3. CAVENDISH’S 11TH ANNUAL TOWN WIDE TAG SALE: Hard to believe that in 2011, we held the first town wide tag sale as part of Cavendish’s 250th anniversary. This year marks the 11th anniversary of the sale, as well as the 10th anniversary of Irene.

 Governor Scott believes that by the 4th of July, Vermont will be close to “normal” as far as events etc. The Tag Sale will follow the same guidelines as those in place for Farmer’s Markets. Space is available for free on both of the town greens for Cavendish residents, property owners and businesses.

 With 131 road construction starting on April 5, at the intersection of 131 and 106 (Downers 4 Corners), we hope that by the end of July, the construction will be well underway and not pose a problem for those who set up along 131. For more information about the sale, see 11 Annual Cavendish Town Wide Tag Sale.

4. COVID UPDATE: As of 3/10/21, Cavendish had one new cases of Covid in the prior week bringing the town’s total count to 20. Ludlow had 2 new cases (total 56), while Chester had none (67 total) and Springfield 1 (185 total). Community data is posted on Friday afternoons at the VT Dept. of Health (VDH) website & Cavendish Facebook page.

California & U.K Variants Now in Vermont: Both B.149 (California) and B.1.1.7 (U.K) Covid variants have been detected in VT. Dr. Mark Levine, the state’s health commissioner, stated that the variants “can move more easily from person to person. This is setting us up for a race of sorts between the presence of strains of a highly contagious virus, our rapidly progressing vaccination program, and the need for each of us to continue to focus on prevention and getting tested.”

Spigot Turning: Advocating for a slower approach to reopening, Gov. Scott last Friday said. “I believe we're going to be in very good shape by summer, midsummer, with the latest “spigot turn” allowing small gatherings involving two un vaccinated households to now take place and as many as six people from different households will be allowed to sit at the same table at most restaurants.

“You’re not limited to choose just one other household,” Scott said. “You can do so with multiple households, as long as it’s just one at any given time.” People who are vaccinated “don’t count against the limit,” he said, and kids can have play dates again. More changes are expected at today’s press conference. In the meantime, health commissioner Dr. Levine urges all Vermonters to gather as safely as possible by being outside; social distancing; wearing masks; being aware of where you’ve been and whether you could be putting someone at risk; and not gathering if you are sick.

While rates are going down in the US, Europe is experiencing another surge and Italy has already gone into lockdown. Dr. Fauci is urging Americans to take heed of the situation in Europe and to continue with mitigation measures as lifting them could cause another wave in the US. “Don’t spike the ball on the five-yard line. Wait until you get into the end zone. We are not in the end zone yet,” Fauci said, adding that prematurely pulling away from public health measures could prolong the pandemic.

 American Rescue Plan: Vermont stands to gain an additional $2.7 billion dollars from the recently signed American Rescue Plan. Much of that money will arrive in the form of stimulus checks and extended unemployment benefits but there will be a billion for COVID recovery programs. The Scott administration wants to put a significant portion of the money toward broadband and other infrastructure improvement projects. Vermont has now received a total of approximately $7.5 billion in federal relief since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic.

Modeling: As of 3/18, Vermont has a case count of 17,274, with 217 deaths. Percent of positive tests has now dropped to 1.3%. Close to 30% of Vermonters 16+ have received at least one dose of vaccine. As can be seen in this week’s modeling, the incidence of Covid in groups that have been vaccinated is rapidly declining. In long term care facilities that are now very few cases and the trend is projected to continue downwards as more and more Vermonters are vaccinated.  

Vaccination Scheduling: On Tuesday, Gov. Scott posted the following, With the assurances we received today from the federal government on vaccine supply, this Friday we will outline the schedule for ALL remaining age bands, to make all Vermonters over the age of 16 eligible to schedule their vaccinations by the end of April. Again, I want to remind folks, this is an eligibility goal. It doesn’t mean that everyone will be fully vaccinated by May 1st, but it means they can sign up. But, as you will see in our schedule, if supply comes in as promised, we hope anybody who wants a vaccine will have the opportunity to be fully vaccinated by the summer.

Make an appointment for your free vaccine on-line or by calling  855-722-7878. Clinics take place regardless of weather. If you can’t make an appointment, please call 855-722-7878 to cancel and reschedule.

Local Resources: If you need to quarantine either from exposure or because you have Covid, local resources are available to help you: 

-       Cavendish Resource Guide

-       CHS Cares Closet: Masks (cloth and disposable), books, toys, craft supplies. Open 24/7. All free. Located next to the steps of the Cavendish Historical Society Museum.

4.  UPCOMING EVENTS:

APRIL 1 (THURSDAY): Town Dog License Due. You will need a current rabies certificate. Licenses are $9 per year for spayed/neutered animals, $13 for males/females.  Please call the Town Office at 226-7291 if you have questions or to make arrangements to renew via mail. You may stop by to renew in person as the office is open on a limited basis M-F, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m..

APRIL 2 (FRIDAY): Good Friday, Cavendish Town Office closed

APRIL 4 (SUNDAY): HAPPY EASTER

JULY 31 (SATURDAY): 11th Annual Cavendish Town Wide Tag Sale

CA❤︎ENDSH-A SAFER SIX COMMUNITY

1. Vaccinate when it’s your turn

2.  Mask-Cover nose and mouth; Double mask if possible

3. Social distance-6 feet at least

4. Wash hands frequently with soap & water, or hand sanitizer

5. Avoid unnecessary travel

6. Test if you have symptoms, have traveled out of state, or been in contact with someone who has tested positive.

    IF YOU READ THIS PLEASE HELP SUPPORT CAVENDISH CONNECTS

11th Annual Town Wide Tag Sale

The 11th Annual Cavendish Town-Wide Tag Sale will be held on Saturday July 31, 2021 from 9-2.

IF YOU ARE UN VACCINATED, PLEASE WEAR A MASK. Masks and hand sanitizer are available at the Cavendish Connects Booth (the Gazebo) on the Proctorsville Green.

The Cavendish Town Wide Tag Sale began in 2011 as part of the town’s 250th anniversary’s yearlong celebration. Because it was such a hit, Cavendish Connects has continued to sponsor it. It takes quite a bit of time to coordinate this event, therefore we are asking the Cavendish community to help support Cavendish Connects by making a donation now, the day of the sale or shortly thereafter, which can be done from the CC’s donation page. 

The following information is provided for vendors:

• The sale will be concentrated along Main Street (Route 131), with both village greens available.

•  Anyone setting up on a village green is responsible for bringing all supplies and removing all trash and items that did not sell by the end of the day.

• Secondary areas will be off High Street in Cavendish Village and Route 103, Twenty Mile Stream and Depot Street in Proctorsville. Those along High Street, Route 103, Twenty Mile or other areas should think about signage.

• Signage will go up two weeks before the event.

• Vendors from other towns can participate in the sale but they must pre register and pay a fee of $15.

Those who wish to register for space at the Greens, or have their site listed on the vendor list (on-line only) should send an e-mail to cavendishconnects@gmail.com or call 802-226-7807. Please note that the more information you can provide about what you have for sale, the more shoppers you will attract.

WHERE TO STOP, SHOP & EAT

 CAVENDISH VILLAGE : Given the construction on Rt. 131, it is recommended that shoppers park at the Cavendish Fire Hall, the Town Office or the Black River Health Center lots and walk to various locations.

• Cavendish Baptist Church: Large sale, includes antiques, LL Bean child’s sled, antique motor oil and much more.

• 2202 Main St: Large sale some items include Stihl Pro Paddle Broom; Grizzly Dust Collector; Walker-Turner Spindle Shaper; Plywood (9 sheets); Large antique woven basket; Large Dog Crate; Hobart Institutional under counter dishwasher (220 volt); Montaque Institutional Range-6 burner, one oven; John Deere Power-Flo bagger 425, 445, 455 with puly; 4 extension ladders-wooden & aluminum

• Cavendish Volunteer Fire Department: Hot dogs, burgers, sweet Italian sausage, cookies

• Old Academy Building (corner 131 & High Street): Items for sale include: Desks; Chairs; Black jack table toppers with poker chips (several sets); Thousands of beer and liquor logoed t-shirts and other beer promotional items; Logoed jackets and more. Check out items for sale at Reese’s website.

• 700 High Street: Household items, including puzzles.

• 933 High St: Furniture, bed linens, glassware, kitchenware, table linen, towels and other household items.

• Cavendish Green: Multiple vendors

• Don Ward is back with his collectibles and old things

• Don’s friend Mark will have lots of new items, such as fishing lures & kids’ socks

• Cavendish Historical Society Museum: The CHS Cares Closet, located next to the Museum, has lots of free books, games, puzzles etc.

• Cavendish Commons: Large sale

PROCTORSVILLE VILLAGE

• Off Twenty Mile Stream

• 112 Chapman Rd (on the corner of Twenty Mile Stream & Chapman Rd): Some of the items for sale Electronics (Flat Screen Computer Monitors & TVs, cables, mice and various other equipment) Farm Artifacts (old tools, furniture, paintings, historic paraphernalia) Snowmobiles

• Holy Name of Mary (803 Main St): Jewelry, stools, turkey roaster, dishes, housewares, jams, bakery items, and much more

• 643 Main St (next to Maple St): Extension ladder, antique bird cage, antique sled, stool, antique trunk, and 4 ice cream metal chairs, and miscellaneous stuff

• St . James Church (across from CTES): Large sale

• DG Body Works (Corner of 131 & Depot St):  Town wide tag sale party. DG bizarre @ DG Body Works. While rummaging thru the towns reusable stuff stop by DgBodyworks and find art, self-care products and fun surprises. DJ Selector D spinning some fun grooves to dance to… cause why not

• Green: Cavendish Connects booth will be in the Gazebo.  Stop by and “tie dye” a mask. Masks and hand sanitizer will be available

• The Cavendish Historical Society

• The Proctorsville Volunteer Fire Dept will be holding their annual BBQ, with burgers, sausages and all the fixin’s.

• Lemonade stand to benefit Dana Farber Cancer

• Lily Calabrese Pottery

• Miranda Kae Jewelry

• Cavendish Streetscapes

• Vendor who will have kids toys and clothes, farm implements, fruit tree seedlings, and much more.

• Vendor who has been making jewelry, cat toys, and some 3D printed items

• Vendor who is selling Timberland and Totes boots, Life jackets, Men's/Women's heavy sweaters (M/L), Oil lamp, Expresso maker & cups, Ice creepers, glassware, kitchenware, games & puzzles, Thule kayak carrier, Ethan Allen Boston Rocker, Cross-country skis, socks, boots, etc.

79 Wheeler Rd: Household furniture, canoe, nick nacks, etc.