Saturday, February 02, 2008
February News
Central Vermont Gem - I'm curious which families in Berlin make use of the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. It's located in Montpelier but is also used by the surrounding communities. Parking isn't always easy but once you're inside it's such a pleasure to be there. The collection of books is fantastic, there are newspapers, magazines, books on tape & CD, movies & programs on VHS tapes & DVDs to borrow and computers to make use of. The Kellogg-Hubbard Library will once again be looking to Berlin to offer financial support with a request on this year's Australian ballot. If this passes, it will mean an additional $4.20 per household in taxes. It will also mean each household can stop in and use all the services for no additional fee. Did you know their catalogue of books can be accessed online - http://www.kellogghubbard.org. There is also delivery service to daycares and the homebound. The children's library is wonderful! It's a fun place to visit again and again. Have you stopped in during one of the recent book sales for some great reading that you can keep? Please let me know whether or not anybody in your family is a patron of the Kellogg-Hubbard Library and what your thoughts are regarding Berlin offering financial support. Consider signing up for their monthly email newsletter which will inform you of upcoming programs for adults and activities for kids. Of course, if you haven't visited the library, they would love to have you stop down!
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New Berlin Elem. School website coming soon .... very soon.... the tech people have been hard at work and I think you'll all enjoy it ... I'll send along an email to let you know when the switch takes place!
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BERLIN PTNA meeting Wednesday February 6th in Mrs. Piro's room 6:30pm.
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The BERLIN SCHOOL CONCERT which was cancelled because of a snow day has been rescheduled. The concert is now on Wednesday, February 13th at 7pm. There will also be an afternoon dress rehearsal that day. The girls 5/6 basketball game that night is cancelled.
VOTER REGISTRATION - has been rescheduled to Wednesday, February 13th at 6pm (prior to the concert) at Berlin Elementary School with notary, Peg Monley. Please bring your valid drivers license or be prepared to give the last four digits of your social security number. You can also register to vote at the Berlin Town Clerk's office which is usually open Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 3:30pm . YOUR VOTE IS YOUR VOICE
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GIRLS! Kindergarten through 8th grade are invited to Norwich University on Sunday, Feb 10th 9:30 - 3pm for ALL IN! This is a free event and girls participate in sport activities such as basketball, volleyball, soccer, softball, swimming, and lacrosse. Girls should arrive dressed in athletic wear and with comfortable sneakers. They will need a bathing suit and towel if they plan on swimming. Pizza will be provided for lunch. Email Amanda Cuiffo at acuiffo@norwich.edu or call her at 485-2590 to sign up. This is open to ALL GIRLS IN THE AREA so please spread the word! (note from Corinne - I can send you the flyer with complete details as an attachment if you're interested - just ask. Several Berlin students participated last year and had a great time)
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Adults - Native Tongue, a classic rock band, will be playing at Gusto's in Barre on Saturday, February 16th 9:30pm http://nativetonguerocks.com Native Tongue includes - Bob Nelson, Rob Boisvert, Todd Wells, TJ Powers, & Mike Stridsberg.
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Winter Carnival is being planned for Monday & Tuesday, February 18 & 19. Your help is needed for the indoor and outdoor events. Back up dates are Feb 20 & 21st. We're hoping to get SNOW before this event so the activities we have planned can take place! The culminating event (slideshow, skits, & review of events) will be Friday morning, Feb 22nd. Students have early release on Friday, Feb 22nd and will be leaving school at 1pm. Please let me know if you have time available during the week of February 18th to help make this event happen!
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Early release Friday, Feb 22nd - KidWatch and Community Connections will both be offering activities in the afternoon. Fliers have been sent home from both programs for the early release day and for what they're offering during February vacation.
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TOWN MEETING - Tuesday, March 4th 10am. Polls are open 10am - 7pm. If you won't be available to come vote, request an absentee ballot in advance.
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Mark your calendars
next Middle School Parent Teacher Council meeting will be on TUESDAY, FEB. 12th (moved from Valentine's Day)
U-32 Pops Concert Thursday, Feb. 14th
February vacation is the week of February 25th.
Town Meeting is Tuesday, March 4th 10am. Polls are open 10am - 7pm.
6th grade transition / information night at U-32 6:30pm Tuesday, March 11
U-32 Stage 32 will present THE WIZ April 10th - 13th.
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New Berlin Elem. School website coming soon .... very soon.... the tech people have been hard at work and I think you'll all enjoy it ... I'll send along an email to let you know when the switch takes place!
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BERLIN PTNA meeting Wednesday February 6th in Mrs. Piro's room 6:30pm.
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The BERLIN SCHOOL CONCERT which was cancelled because of a snow day has been rescheduled. The concert is now on Wednesday, February 13th at 7pm. There will also be an afternoon dress rehearsal that day. The girls 5/6 basketball game that night is cancelled.
VOTER REGISTRATION - has been rescheduled to Wednesday, February 13th at 6pm (prior to the concert) at Berlin Elementary School with notary, Peg Monley. Please bring your valid drivers license or be prepared to give the last four digits of your social security number. You can also register to vote at the Berlin Town Clerk's office which is usually open Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 3:30pm . YOUR VOTE IS YOUR VOICE
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GIRLS! Kindergarten through 8th grade are invited to Norwich University on Sunday, Feb 10th 9:30 - 3pm for ALL IN! This is a free event and girls participate in sport activities such as basketball, volleyball, soccer, softball, swimming, and lacrosse. Girls should arrive dressed in athletic wear and with comfortable sneakers. They will need a bathing suit and towel if they plan on swimming. Pizza will be provided for lunch. Email Amanda Cuiffo at acuiffo@norwich.edu or call her at 485-2590 to sign up. This is open to ALL GIRLS IN THE AREA so please spread the word! (note from Corinne - I can send you the flyer with complete details as an attachment if you're interested - just ask. Several Berlin students participated last year and had a great time)
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Adults - Native Tongue, a classic rock band, will be playing at Gusto's in Barre on Saturday, February 16th 9:30pm http://nativetonguerocks.com Native Tongue includes - Bob Nelson, Rob Boisvert, Todd Wells, TJ Powers, & Mike Stridsberg.
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Winter Carnival is being planned for Monday & Tuesday, February 18 & 19. Your help is needed for the indoor and outdoor events. Back up dates are Feb 20 & 21st. We're hoping to get SNOW before this event so the activities we have planned can take place! The culminating event (slideshow, skits, & review of events) will be Friday morning, Feb 22nd. Students have early release on Friday, Feb 22nd and will be leaving school at 1pm. Please let me know if you have time available during the week of February 18th to help make this event happen!
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Early release Friday, Feb 22nd - KidWatch and Community Connections will both be offering activities in the afternoon. Fliers have been sent home from both programs for the early release day and for what they're offering during February vacation.
*****
TOWN MEETING - Tuesday, March 4th 10am. Polls are open 10am - 7pm. If you won't be available to come vote, request an absentee ballot in advance.
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Mark your calendars
next Middle School Parent Teacher Council meeting will be on TUESDAY, FEB. 12th (moved from Valentine's Day)
U-32 Pops Concert Thursday, Feb. 14th
February vacation is the week of February 25th.
Town Meeting is Tuesday, March 4th 10am. Polls are open 10am - 7pm.
6th grade transition / information night at U-32 6:30pm Tuesday, March 11
U-32 Stage 32 will present THE WIZ April 10th - 13th.
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