Daily Archives: September 20, 2012
Are you a pessimist or optimist?
| September 20, 2012 | Filled under Business |
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by Antoine Williams Have you ever met a happy pessimist? There’s a widespread perception that congenital pessimists – we all know a few – are realists, imbued with superior intellect, historical insight, and prescience. Conversely, optimists are often perceived as Pollyannaish, naive, ignorant of the facts, indulging in wishful thinking, or trying to sell you… Read More
Latin Dance Party fundraiser enjoys success
| September 20, 2012 | Filled under Business |
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The Latin Dance Party to benefit the Hands to Honduras-Tela 2013 service projects held on Friday, Sept. 7 at the Coach Barn at Shelburne Farms was a great success thanks to the hard work of committee members and volunteers. The event raised approximately $7,500 according to Hands to Honduras-Tela Program Director Linda Gilbert. “It was… Read More
From Shelburne to British Vogue
| September 20, 2012 | Filled under Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle |
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by Lettie Stratton Jenna Lindemann has lived in Shelburne her entire life, but her hand-made tote bags are quite the world travelers. Lindemann opened a business called Lindemann’s Totes in January 2011 after discovering her passion for design and fashion at Champlain Valley Union High School. A 2010 CVU graduate, Lindemann explains, “I took a… Read More
Burlington Ensemble concerts raise over $4,000
| September 20, 2012 | Filled under Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle |
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Vermont based Burlington Ensemble produced three concerts recently that generated $4,210 in cash contributions donated toward local non-profit organizations. Two chamber music concerts in the Coach Barn at Shelburne Farms on July 24 and Aug. 11 fundraised $3,000 for Vermont FEED. A chamber music concert opened Burlington Ensemble’s third season of “90/10 Series” on Sept.… Read More
Mini Maker Faire celebrates creativity
| September 20, 2012 | Filled under Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle |
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The Champlain Mini Maker Faire will be held at Shelburne Farms on Saturday, Sept. 29 from 10 am–7 pm. The event will be an all-ages gathering of Vermont tech-enthusiasts, crafters, educators, tinkerers, engineers, science clubs, artists and commercial exhibitors. All of these “makers” will show what they have made, share what they have learned, and… Read More
Kidder Spillane
| September 20, 2012 | Filled under Covering the Field, Sports |
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Kidder Spillane is a fierce competitor. Champlain Valley Union (CVU) head boys soccer coach TJ Mead describes his senior forward in this way. “Kidder possesses the unique ability to connect with all of his teammates. He keeps things light at practice and we all have a good time when he’s around. That being said, there… Read More
Shelburne baseball team remains perfect
| September 20, 2012 | Filled under Sports |
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Shelburne’s 11/12 fall baseball team moved their record to a perfect 4-0 with another dominating 15-5 win over Burlington American at Calahan Park in Burlington Saturday, Sept. 15. Shelburne displayed another well-balanced offensive attack and a strong defensive effort. “This was our best team effort to date and we are getting better every week,” said… Read More
CVU Spirit Day: a Rally in the Valley
| September 20, 2012 | Filled under Sports |
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By Kathy Williams Redhawks Fall to Hornets Champlain Valley Union (CVU) and Essex High School both came to keep their records 3 and 0; but only Essex would walk away undefeated with the 33-26 win. From kickoff it was apparent this game was going to be a tough match. Essex posted two scores to the… Read More
Boys soccer trumps Harwood
| September 20, 2012 | Filled under Redhawks Recap, Sports |
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In a home game on Wednesday, Sept. 12, the 2-0-1 Redhawks soccer team beat Harwood 8-1. Their Sept. 18 game was postponed due to bad weather. Read More
Are your fall lawn and garden priorities in order?
| September 20, 2012 | Filled under Home & Garden, Lifestyle |
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(Family Features) Fall is a pivotal time for lawn and garden care. If you want a beautiful spring yard that’s a masterpiece, there are important steps to take now to ensure everything from grass to gardenias bloom. In fact, experts say there are five steps every yard or garden enthusiast should take in the fall… Read More
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