Monthly Newsletters
BOOK CLUB UPDATES
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Book Club News
Thank you, Joan, for hosting last week. It was great to finally see everyone again after such a hiatus, thanks to Tropical Storm Irene!
We have never discussed two books at one time before--two great books, with a lot to discuss. Anyway, we are back on track and ready to start reading again!
Here are the upcoming choices. Please let me know by Friday October 21st if you want me to order any or all of the books for you.
Email: jenniferiannantuoni@yahoo.net.
December 1st at Jamie's house: Their Eyes Were Watching God, by Zora Neale Hurston. The cost is approximately $9.50 (or less if I can find used copies). This is a very old book, published in the 1920s. There should be plenty of library copies out there, but it's also a good classic to add to your collection if you don't already have it.
January 16th at Hannah's house: I Don't Know How She Does It, by Allison Pearson. The cost is approximately $4-5. This is the perfect holiday read--quick, easy, and a perfect reminder of all that we women do on a daily basis, especially around the holidays! How do we do it?
February 16th at Karen Bowle's home: Second Glances, by Jodi Picoult. The cost is $6.50. I will also try to find used copies for less.
Happy Reading!
Take care, Jennifer
OCTOBER 2011 NEWSLETTER UPDATE
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I want to report that we had a great turnout for Ladies' Night Out on Thursday, October 6th at Domenic's Pizzeria. We'd like to extend a big Thank You to our hosts for providing delicious pizza for us. It was fantastic to see some of our new members there getting to know some of our long-standing members.
If you are ready for more excitement in this bewitching month, please read on.
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Thursday, October 20th @ 6:30 PM
We invite SWC members and friends to our annual
Santa Fe Steakhouse Wine Dinner
$30 for members, $35 for non-members
This event is always a fun, fall, night out with a delicious four-course meal and fantastic wine pairings. There will be a guest to advise on the wines to be served with dinner. There will also be some exciting twists to this year's event. You'll have to attend to find out just what it's all about!
No need to send money ahead of time, but please RSVP to Kim at: kgaines81@yahoo.com before October 18th. Regrets are not necessary, but if you're planning to attend, please advise her of your entree preference. In case the idea of a night out doesn't sound good enough, check out the incredible menu they have prepared for us!
Appetizers
Fruit and Vermont cheese platter
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Smoked mozzarella and pulled duck quesadillas
with pico de gallo and crisp jalapenos
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Vermont cheddar and roasted vegetable
stuffed mushroom caps
Salad
Fresh mescalin greens topped with cranberries and toasted almonds served with a champagne vinaigrette dressing
Entrees
Chateaubriand, sliced beef tenderloin with a cabernet demi-glaze, served with fresh seasonal vegetables and garlic mashed potatoes
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Baked tornado of sole, stuffed with crawfish, spinach, and Vermont cheddar, finished with a chipotle mornay sauce, served with seasonal vegetables and rice
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Autumn vegetable risotto, roasted butternut squash, red peppers, parsnip, mushrooms, and asiago cheese
Dessert
Locally grown apples baked and topped with homemade crumble crust, served warm and ala mode
Please feel free to forward information to friends in the area. We will also be accepting dues for returning and new members at the door. It promises to be a wonderful evening.
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Book Club Reminder
Thurs, Oct 13th at 6:30 PM
We will be meeting at the home of Joan Wise to discuss The Lotus Eaters, by Tatiana Soli and Drawing In The Dust, by Zoe Klein.
For new members to SWC, we invite you to come along for a great, informal evening for book lovers. This is how the evening goes: The host will provide beverages; guests bring along a snack to share; after a short time of enjoying our drinks and snacks we get comfortable and discuss the books.
If you plan on joining us for the evening, please call Joan so she has an idea of how many people will be attending.
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Event Photos
If you have photos taken at any of our recent events, please email them to our historian, Karen Anderson at contractclean4u@gmail.com. Thank you!
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MEMBER DUES
Not paid your SWC dues yet? It's really easy. Just mail a check for $20, made payable to SWC and send to:
SWC
PO Box 68
Killington, VT 05751
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Community/Member News
There is no news to share at this time, but for our new members' benefit, this is where Community information can be shared with the membership. For example, in the past we have advised members of art workshops, golf tournament benefits, and jewelry parties. If you have something you would like to share, please email me at fielderplg@yahoo.com.
Please write a brief piece with a contact email or telephone number, so that members may follow up if they require more information.
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Sincerely,
Lorraine Fielder
Sherburne Women's Club
OCTOBER 2011 NEWSLETTER
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It makes us happy to report that Meet Your Neighbor Night had a great turnout, as usual! In fact, we are pleased to announce that there are a considerable number of new members, so a big welcome to those of you who have joined the Sherburne Women's Club. We would also like to extend our thanks to Janina Curtis for hosting at her home.
By the way, if you left either a golf umbrella or a blue/green/purple umbrella at MYNN, please let Janina know. You can email her at : janina@curtisinsuranceagency.net
Below you will find details of our next Ladies Night Out and some reminders so read on.........
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Ladies Night Out
Thursday, October 6th, 6:30 PM
Domenic's Pizzeria
We hope you can come along for a casual get together. Have a glass of wine, a bite to eat and, of course, some great company. We look forward to seeing you there.
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SWC Membership Renewal
If you were unable to attend Meet Your Neighbor Night and renew your membership in person, do not despair! All you need to do is write a check for $20 made payable to SWC and mail it to:
SWC
PO Box 68
Killington, VT 05751
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Sincerely,
Lorraine Fielder
Sherburne Women's Club
SEPTEMBER 2011 UPDATE
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The Sherburne Women's Club has received the following message from the Rutland County Women's Network and Shelter. Please take the time to read it and see if it something that you would like to support. Thank you.
Your group and many of its members have been long-time supporters of the work RCWN&S has done to support victims and work to end domestic violence in Rutland County. With that in mind I wanted to send along an email to announcing an upcoming fundraiser for RCWN&S that I was hoping you may be able to pass along if appropriate. So much has been happening since Irene, and so many have worked so tirelessly to support those in need that this might be just the sort of event to re-nourish the soul of some of your members or those they know. The following is the event information.
PAMPER YOURSELF FOR CHANGE
Spa Night at Shear Heaven Salon and Day Spa
to benefit the Rutland County Women's Network & Shelter
October 8th, from 5 to 8 PM
Tickets are $40 and include free sample services, food & dessert bar, and chance to win door prize of spa package worth $200!
Silent auction featuring many great local items.
Tickets available to purchase at 101 Grove Street in Rutland at RCWN&S office, Shear Heaven, or Hannoush Jewelers.
Questions call 775-6788.
Help support the Elimination of Domestic Violence in Rutland County!
If you have any other questions or would like to purchase tickets please feel free to connect with by email or phone.
Many thanks again for all the wonderful work you do.
Sharon Norton
Assistant Director/ Volunteer Coordinator
Rutland County Women's Network & Shelter
P.O. Box 313
Rutland, VT 05702
Business Line (802) 775-6788 x20
Crisis Line (802) 775-3232
SEPTEMBER 2011 NEWSLETTER
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Every September, the Sherburne Women's Club begins it's new year of fun-filled social events. We also start our fund-raising projects for the community--perhaps never so important than at this time. This newsletter brings you information on upcoming events that we hope you will be able to participate in, so that we may achieve our goals.
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Sante Fe Golf Tournament
Green Mountain National Golf Course
Thursday, September 15th, 2011
Bakers and Volunteers Urgently Needed!
The Sherburne Women's Club has attended the Sante Fe Golf Tournaments for many years. Members have generously baked goods for the Club to sell to the golfers. This is a very successful fundraiser for us.
If you can find the time to bake for us, it would be greatly appreciated. Please drop off your contribution at The Green Mountain National Golf Course at 10:30 AM on Thursday, September 15th.
So please, if you can give some time between the hours of 11 AM and 5 PM to help sell the baked goods or work the grill, that would be fantastic. Even one hour of your time would really be a great help. All volunteers can get in touch with Kim Gaines, who is coordinating the volunteers. Contact her by email at: kgaines81@yahoo.com or by phone at 516-782-8552.
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Meet Your Neighbor Night
Thursday, September 22nd at 6:30 PM
The Sherburne Women's Club will host this year's kick-off event at the home of Janina Curtis.
Meet Your Neighbor Night is always a great opportunity to meet new people and catch up with old friends after a busy summer. As always, the SWC welcomes new members, so if you know people who are new to the community, please invite them along.
Everyone is welcome!
**Please bring your $20 dues on that evening as it is our intention to donate a portion of the funds to the Killington Irene Relief Fund. If you wish to donate more, you can also do this on that evening.
If you are unable to attend, please mail your dues to:
SWC
PO Box 68
Killington, VT 05751
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COMMUNITY NEWS
6th Annual IDIC 15 Road Race Canceled
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Sincerely,
Lorraine Fielder
Sherburne Women's Club
AUGUST 2011 NEWSLETTER
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Book Club Meeting Dates
The SWC bookclub will discuss The Lotus Eaters, by Tatiana Soli on Monday, September 12th at 6:30 PM at Jamie Sudol's home. Kindly let Jamie know if you will be attending.
In October, the SWC bookclub will discuss Drawing in the Dust, by Zoe Klein on Thursday, October 13th at 6:30 PM at Joan Wise's house. Please let Joan know if you will be attending.
The cost for a copy of Drawing in the Dust is $4. Notify Jennifer by Friday, August 5th if you would like to order a copy .
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Circus performers need Host families!
Killington Town is looking for families that can host the talented youth performers (ages 8-18) in their homes. Through the Circus Smirkus youth Homestay Program, community members are paired with Troupers, providing the child performers a safe and welcoming home during their time away and from the show site. Homestay hosts provide meals for Troupers, provide a quiet location for Troupers to sleep and wind down after a day of shows, and ensure that Troupers are transported to and from Pico Mountain in a safe and timely manner. Hosting a Trouper can be an exciting experience, especially for families with children of similar ages. The Homestay Families would need to host at least two Troupers for the three nights of August 13, 14, and 15.
If you are interested or have any questions, please call Lynsey at 802-422-2146, or by contact her by e-mail at lyndsaygang@killingtontown.com.
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Lorraine Fielder
Sherburne Women's Club
JULY 2011 NEWSLETTER
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Book Club Meeting Dates
JULY 25:
The July book is The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. We will meet at Mary Ellen Haff's house on Monday, July 25th at 6:30 PM. Don't forget to bring a snack to share.
AUGUST/SEPTEMBER:
The date is yet to be decided for the discussion of The Lotus Eaters, by Tatiana Soli at Shari's house. Details will follow.
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Community Events
The Tenth Annual Killington Wine Festival returns this year from Friday, July 22nd through Sunday, July 24th. As in past years, your help and support is needed to continue to make this annual event a success. The two large events requiring volunteers include the Estate Tasting on Friday, July 22nd and the Grand Tasting on Saturday, July 23rd.
Volunteers are needed to help out with the following tasks:
Friday, July 22nd, at the K1 Base Lodge:
- Event set-up for Saturday's Grand Tasting
Friday Evening, July 22nd, at the Killington Grand Hotel:
- Wine Representative Registration Desk
- Estate Tasting Ticket Sales and Check-In Desk
Saturday Morning, 9:00 to 11:00 AM, July 23rd, at K1 Base Lodge:
- Event set-up
- Logistics support (moving wine cases, ice, dressing tables)
- Food prep to assist with Food Court in tent at K1
- Gate Control: Sign in volunteers, staff, and wine suppliers
Saturday Mid Day, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, July 23rd, at K1 Base Lodge:
- Wine Table/Distributor helpers
- General-purpose volunteers/runners
- Food prep to assist with Food Court at the Killington Peak
- Gate Control/Ticket Sellers
Saturday Late Day, 1:00 to 5:00 PM July 23rd, at K1 Base Lodge:
- Wine Table/Distributor helpers
- General-purpose volunteers/runners
- Gate Control: Control entry and exit points at tent at K1
- Clean-up/breakdown crew
To sign up to volunteer at the Killington Wine Festival, please call Jillian or Tracey at the Killington Chamber of Commerce office at 802-773-4181, or Bill Vines at the Birch Ridge Inn at 802-422-4293. You can also email the Killington Chamber of Commerce at chamber@killingtonchamber.com. Bill's email is wdvines@birchridge.com.
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A message from the EDT - They are looking for volunteers for Circus Smirkus on August 14th and 15th to help with box office sales, ticket collection, ushering, and program distribution. The shows take place at 1 pm and 6 pm on both days, and are located at Pico Mountain. Volunteers will need to arrive at least 1.5 hours prior to showtime. All volunteers receive a free ticket! If you have any questions or need more information, call Lyndsay at 802-422-2146 or by e-mail at lyndsaygang@killingtontown.com
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CATHALEEN S. FITZGERALD
It is with sadness that we report the death of our member, Cathaleen S. FitzGerald. Cathaleen has often helped to design the setting for the silent auction items for our fundraisers. She will be missed.
Cathaleen, who was 70, and a Killington resident, died July 1, 2011, at Rutland Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. She was born on November 20, 1940, in Pleasantville, NJ, and was the youngest of Charles and Sophie Starn's 13 children. Cathaleen was a real-estate developer and President of both Robinson Enterprises Inc. and Robinwood Pipeline Inc. She was also a Director of Alpine Pipeline.
Cathaleen was Past President of the Rutland Garden Club, a member of the Board of Directors of the Vermont Achievement Center, and a member of Friends in Council. She was a gourmet cook and an avid collector of cookbooks.
Cathaleen leaves her husband, Kenneth E. FitzGerald, four sisters, and their families.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. The Tossing Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Lorraine Fielder
Sherburne Women's Club
JUNE 2011 NEWSLETTER
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Disbursements Meeting Summary
The Sherburne Women's Club recently held its Annual Disbursements Meeting to vote on allocation of funds to benefit the community. In addition to the two scholarships, the following entities will receive support:
- The Killington Elementary School will receive contributions toward a new sign, an iPad for the school library, and a new audiometer for the school nurse
- IDIC 15K Road Race
- RAVNAH
- Killington summer camp scholarships
- Sherburne Library computer stations
- Bagpipers for July 4 parade
- Killington Arts Guild workshop scholarships
- Killington Active Seniors
- Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Walk
- Killington Elementary School Principal's Sunny Day Fund
Also, on the same evening, the new 2011-2012 Sherburne Women's Club Board was voted in. Here's the new line-up!
- President.......................Deanne Fitzpatrick
- Past President...............Kim Evans
- Vice President...............Jennifer Iannantuoni
- Treasurer.......................Pat Linnemayr
- Recording Secretary.....Janina Curtis
- Publicity.........................Lorraine Fielder
- Sunshine.......................Stephanie Brecko
- Hospitality.....................Sue Holt
- Events...........................Kim Gaines
- Membership..................Carla Meola
- Historian........................Karen Anderson
- Website.........................Linda Kropp
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The Sherburne Women's Club Scholarship & Award
The 2011 SWC Scholarship and SWC Community Service Award were recently announced at the Woodstock Union High School awards night.
Academic Achievement Scholarship
The first of these awards is the Sherburne Women's Club Academic Achievement Scholarship. This $1000 award is presented to the Killington student who has earned the highest Grade Point Average (GPA) in the graduating class. This year's recipient is Michael Farbman. Mr. Farbman has not only excelled academically, but has also been very involved in several organizations at Woodstock Union High School. Highlights of a long list of extracurricular activities include serving as the President of the National Honor Society, participating on the Student Council, and founding the Acts of Love Club. He has also served as the captain of the Tennis Team, the Science Team, and the Scholars Bowl.
The Community Service and Volunteerism Award
The second award is the $1000 Community Service and Volunteerism Award, which is awarded to a deserving Killington high-school senior for outstanding volunteerism and community service, participation in extracurricular activities, and demonstrated dedication to others throughout his or her time in high school. This year the Award is being given to Austin Blackman. His extensive work with the Woodstock Union High School's KidPower Technology Program, the Vermont Special Olympics, along with his dedication and commitment to the Life and Hope Association in Cambodia, serves as an example to all young people in our community.
Kim Evans presented Austin and Michael with their awards.
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Community News
One Stroke Painting Workshop with Linda Kropp
June 21st - June 23rd 2011, 9:00 AM-12:30 PM
The Killington Arts Guild is offering a three-day, intensive One Stroke Painting workshop with Linda Kropp of Linda's Art Barn in Killington. The Workshop will be held at the Killington Arts Guild Gallery, upstairs at Cabin Fever on Route 4. Registration details can be found at http://www.killingtonartsguild.org/calendar.
One Stroke painting is a form of decorative painting made popular by Donna Dewberry. In this workshop, you will learn to paint a selection of strokes, which will be used in different combinations to build roses, rosebuds, sunflowers, an assortment of wildflowers, and the leaves typically found on those flowers.
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JUNE & JULY BOOK CLUB MEETING DATES
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Book Club will continue to meet through the summer.
JUNE:
June's book is The Bean Tree, by Barbara Kingsolver. We will meet at Jennifer Iannantuoni's house on Monday, June 27th at 6:30 PM.
JULY:
July's book is The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. We will meet at Mary Ellen Haff's house on Tuesday, July 26th at 6:30 PM.
Jennifer will be ordering this book at an approximate cost of $4.00. If you would like a copy, email her by Friday June 3rd at jenniferiannantuoni@yahoo.com.
Lorraine Fielder
Sherburne Women's Club
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MAY 2011 NEWSLETTER
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We hope that everyone is enjoying the warmer weather that has finally arrived! There are some extremely interesting and important messages for you this month, so read on and enjoy!
What's in This Newsletter:
- A Successful Fundraiser
- Book Club Meeting Dates
- Disbursements Meeting
- Community News
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Thank You for a Successful Fundraiser!
The SWC would like to thank the greater-Killington community for its generous support of the SWC Annual Fundraiser, which included raffle-ticket sales and a culminating raffle-ticket-drawing party, which was held at On The Rocs on Saturday, April 9th, 2011. The SWC raised over $4100, all of which we look forward to giving away to local charities at our 2011 Disbursements Meeting at Jennifer Iannantuoni's house on Thursday, May 12th at 6:30 PM (see details below).
The SWC extends a BIG THANK YOU to the entire community, with special thanks to all of the Sherburne Women's Club Board members, as well as to Jeannette MacKenzie, Hannah Abrams, Karen Anderson, and Christa Mohr for their efforts. We would also like to thank Jamie Segarra, Ron Amadeo, Chris Franco, and his staff at On The Rocs for hosting the event.
Visit our Photo Gallery at www.swcvt.com/apps/photos/ to see photos of the evening, which will be posted soon.
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Book Club Meetings
Thursday, May 19th at 6:30 PM: Book Club will be held at the home of Miriam Findeisan. We will be discussing The House of Spirits, by Isabel Allende. Mirium's phone number is 422-4458. Don't forget to bring a snack to share!
Tuesday, June 28th at 6:30 PM: We will meet at Jennifer Iannantuoni's house to discuss The Bean Tree, by Barbara Kingsolver.
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Disbursements Meeting
Thursday, May 12th at 6:30 PM
The Sherburne Women's Club will be holding its Annual Business Meeting at the home of Jennifer Iannantuoni on Thursday, May 12th at 6:30 PM. At this meeting, the club will vote on funds to be distributed. All members are encouraged to attend and vote, as you all have worked so hard in helping to raise the funds!
At this meeting, there will also be an election for the 2011/12 SWC Board of Directors. Please note that there are Board positions available. If you would like to know more about joining the Board, please email Kim Evans at: kim.j.evans@hotmail.com
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Community News
Special Town Meeting:
On May 8th, 2011 at 7:30 PM, a Special Town Meeting will be held at the Sherburne Elementary School. The meeting is to vote on several Articles including the revised 2011 General Fund Budget. In order to be eligible to vote on May 9th, you must register by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, May 4th.
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Town of Killington Informational Meeting:
The Board of Listers will hold an Informational Meeting on Reappraisal on Tuesday, May 10th at 7:00 PM in the Town Offices Conference Room. Notices of Changes of Appraisal will be sent to property owners by May 13th. The Listers will also be available to answer questions about the reappraisal and resulting property values on weekdays, Monday, May 16th through Friday, May 27th.
Property owners may appeal the value of their property by submitting a letter of grievance before May 27th. Grievance hearings will be held from Friday, May 27th through Sunday, June 5th, from 9:00 AM to Noon and from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM each day. For additional information about the reappraisal, please contact the Listers' Office at 422-2248.
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Circus Smirkus:
Sponsored by the EDT, Circus Smirkus will come to Killington on August 14 & 15 for four shows at Pico Mountain. This unique circus experience features talented youth performers, ages 8-18.
Through the Circus Smirkus Homestay Program, community members are paired with Troupers, providing the child performers a safe and welcoming home during their time away and from the show site. There is a need for families who can host the performers in their homes. Hosts would provide meals, a quiet location to sleep and wind down after shows, and ensure transportation to/from Pico Mountain in a safe and timely manner. The EDT is overseeing the Homestay Program and is in search of at least 15 Homestay Families to host at least two troupers each for the three nights of August 13, 14, and 15.
For more information, or if you're interested in hosting youth performers, please contact Meg Horrocks at the EDT at 422-2146 or Meg@town.killington.vt.us.
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