Sunday, April 24, 2016

 

Berlin News to Know April 15, 2016

BERLIN NEWS TO KNOW APRIL 15, 2016
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This communication is put together and distributed on a volunteer basis by resident Corinne Stridsberg simply in an effort to share information and build community, it is not from the town of Berlin.
Please share this with your Berlin friends and neighbors.  If you're not already receiving this news directly by email, send an email to request this to corinnestridsberg@gmail.com.
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For current news look for "BerlinVermont" on facebook for a constant flow of information.  You don't need to be a facebook user to access it, but if you do use facebook, be sure to "Like" it:

For historical news look for "BerlinVermont Memories" on facebook.
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Below you will find:
HELP NEEDED WITH PAINTING
LOCAL CHI RUNNING CLINIC THIS WEEKEND
CANINE DISTEMPER TARGETS DOGS
UPCOMING MEETINGS
EARTH DAY CELEBRATION    
MAY 7TH EVENTS
SAVE THE DATES
BELSHER & WOOD CONCERT IN BERLIN
U-32 CONCERTS
US ROUTE 302 / BARRE-MONTPELIER CONSTRUCTION
BARRE-MONTPELIER ROAD SURVEY
BURNING BRUSH
LABELS AND BOX TOPS
FAIRMONT DAIRY DAY CAMP
WISHING HIM WELL
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HELP NEEDED WITH PAINTING
Stan Amster on Hill Street Extension is looking for someone who can paint his little horse barn. It is in need of painting this summer and has some minor dry rot that needs to be fixed before that becomes a problem.  Contact Stan at samste19@comcast.net 
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LOCAL CHI RUNNING CLINIC THIS WEEKEND
Would you like to run efficiently and stay injury free while logging your miles?  
The Chi Running Essentials Clinic includes several hours of instruction in a single 1/2 day course. Certified Chi Running Instructor Sarah Richardson will guide you through exercises and drills designed to leave you with a clear sense of what the Chi Running technique feels like in your body. We will not be doing lots of running (contrary to what you might imagine), so no matter what condition you are in, have no fear. We will spend time alternating between demonstrations, fun exercises and technique drills ... the nature of the day will be relaxed, full and inspiring.  You will get lots of personal attention and enjoy a rich learning experience packed with good information to help you run injury-free for the rest of your life.  
When:  Saturday, April 16th / Time:  8:45am-12:45pm
Where:  Berlin Elementary School Gymnasium
Cost:  $125 per individual or $200 for a pair
Pre-Registration Required  Register at:  
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CANINE DISTEMPER TARGETS DOGS
Did you see this news 4/3/16 on WCAX about the distemper concerns currently in Washington and Orange County? If not, please take a minute to watch this. Distemper is a concern for dogs and even cats so make sure their shots are up to date. Stay away from wild animals, especially if they're acting strangely. Put the Fish & Wildlife / game warden's number 828-1529 in your phone to be able to make a report.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Have you ever read Berlin's Charter?  It's the nuts & bolts of the operation of our town.  At the meeting on April 18th at 5:30pm changes to the Charter will be discussed. 
Our current charter can be found on line:  http://legislature.vermont.gov/statutes/chapter/24APPENDIX/105

The Selectboard meets April 18th 7pm, while the Development Review Board meets Tuesday, April 19th 7pm.  Both meetings are at the Town office.

Planning Commission meets Wednesday, April 27th 6pm to continue discussion of the comprehensive revision and unification of Town of Berlin Zoning and Subdivision Regulations.

There are openings on several committees and commissions.  Our Town Administrator can give you more details on these positions, call 223-4405. 
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EARTH DAY CELEBRATION    
The Earth Day Celebration on Friday, April 22nd at the Hunger Mountain Co-op has grown.  There are kids activities such as free face painting and a solar powered bouncy house,  along with planting seedlings and meeting salamanders from North Branch Nature Center. The annual book swap is always fun and there is also a clothing swap.  Get your bike tuned-up by an Onion River Sports mechanic and demo one of their commuter bikes.  Recycle your old cell phones and batteries.   Find out about the rest of the activities and the times at this link: http://hungermountain.coop/OurCommunity/News/tabid/148/entryid/477/community-earth-day-celebration.aspx
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MAY 7TH EVENTS
The first Saturday of May is always Green Up Day - here in Berlin, Twin City Subaru is an official bag pick-up and drop-off location (142 Berlin Mall Road) on Saturday, May 7th.  Volunteers will enjoy free food, drinks, and Green Up Day goodies.  http://www.twincitysubaru.com/green-up-vermont.htm
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Also on May 7th is the Onion River Sports Bike Swap from 9am - noon down on Langdon Street in Montpelier.
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If you're traveling north, at the Williston I-89 North rest area there will be food, drinks  & even dog treats provided by Berlin's Congregational Church.  Starts 8am and anticipated end is around 3pm or 4pm.  Consider stopping and making a donation.
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SAVE THE DATES
Wednesday, May 18th 6pm - More details are coming regarding the annual Berlin Historical Society Program.  Potluck at 6pm and presentation at 7pm.
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June 18th & 19th down in Tunbridge, the Vermont History Expo which only takes place on even years.
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BELSHER & WOOD CONCERT IN BERLIN
Richard Wood & Gordon Belsher from Prince Edward Island will again be performing at the First Congregational Church in Berlin, Sunday, May 22 at 4pm.  Reservations can be made by calling 229-9504.  Tickets are $15.
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U-32 CONCERTS
May 25th 7pm U-32 High School Concert / May 26th 7pm U-32 Middle School Concert
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US ROUTE 302 / BARRE-MONTPELIER CONSTRUCTION
Road Construction will start this month on US Route 302 from the Wayside Restaurant extending 1.8 miles to the Knoll Motel.  This project includes resurfacing, new line striping (with changes to include bike lanes), replacement of the rail crossing by Rubber Bubbles, and replacing a culvert near Pizza Hut.  Signage started going up April 11th and construction will be starting the week of April 25th.  Crews will be working daytime hours M-F and some Saturdays. The project is expected to be completed in September.

Details can be found at: http://roadworkupdates.com/?page_id=2760

BARRE-MONTPELIER ROAD SURVEY
VTrans is collecting input on the upcoming lane reconfiguration on the Barre-Montpelier Road and want to hear from you!
Please follow the link below to share your thoughts.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/us302
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BURNING BRUSH
Permits are required to burn brush, grass, leaves and branches at any time there isn't snow on the ground.  They're not required for a campfire for cooking or warming on your own land which is less than 3 feet in diameter.  For a permit call Fire Warden Nick Garbacik 223-2098 8am to 9pm, or Asst. Fire Wardens Joe Staab 223-5531, or Andy Lacasse 229-9504.
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LABELS AND BOX TOPS
Remember that Labels for Education and Box Tops for Education can be dropped off at either the Town office or at Berlin Elementary School.  The PTNA can pick merchandise from a catalog for the school for the labels and receive a check as a result of the Box Tops.
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FAIRMONT DAIRY DAY CAMP
Berlin's Clara Ayer is having the Fairmont Dairy Day Camp over in East Montpelier this summer.  June 27 - July 1 "Got Dairy" and from July 5 - July 8 "Farm Lovin' ".  Experience 'life on the farm'.  Outdoor educational games & crafts, workshops, end of week parent demonstration and tour.  You can call Clara at 793-4251 or email for information and a registration form at fairmontfarmvt@gmail.com
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WISHING HIM WELL
This was posted on the Berlin, Vermont facebook page on March 29th just a few days after a News to Know went out however I realize not everyone uses facebook .
Wishing Fred Stone well as he recovers from a fall. Read in the Berlin Elementary School monthly newsletter (3/29/16) that he had a fall a couple months ago and won't be returning to school. Cards can be sent to: Mr. Fred Stone, The Lincoln House, 120 Hill Street, Barre, VT 05641.
Mr. Stone taught grades 5, 6, 7, and 8 at the Riverton School. When Berlin Elementary School (BES) opened in 1969 he taught Physical Education, 5th grade, and was also a bus driver for many years. He retired in 1998 after 36 years of teaching. Mr. Stone had been substituting and supervising football during recess since 1998 at BES.
http://www.berlinschool.org/…/stories/pdfs/Current%20Newsle
For any of you who missed the WCAX segment May 7, 2015: Super Senior: Fred Stone
http://www.wcax.com/story/29007970/super-senior-fred-stone

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