Springfield
FOOD & DRINK
Chester Fishing Derby
The Chester Fishing Derby was held Saturday, May 11. It was a chilly morning with overcast skies, limiting the number of anglers. There were 29 kids registered. As in the past, George Wilson from the Chester Rod & Gun Club registered the kids and awarded prizes. This year, George was joined by Kent Armstrong, vice president of the club. Danny and I got the skinny on the rod and gun club’s progress on the damage from last July’s flood. Things are looking better.
Featured pet: Monty
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Monty is the prefect mix of playful and lazy. If you want a big dog that loves lounging around even more than a walk, this is the guy for you. Monty is a year old, and loves other dogs. He is great with children, but no cats please. For more information, come in Wednesday-Saturday, from 12 -4 p.m., or call 802-885-3997. If you have a cat that needs to be spayed or neutered, call us to sign up for one of our low cost clinics.
'Love of the Land': Animated film highlights tragic story of Vermont farmer Romaine Tenney
The new animated short film "Love of the Land," from Vermont filmmaker Travis Van Alstyne, tells the story of Ascutney farmer Romaine Tenney, whose farm was seized by eminent domain in 1964 in order to build Interstate 91. Tragically, Tenney burned down his farm and home with himself locked inside.
Divided Sky fun run is Saturday in Ludlow
Saturday, May 18, 9 a.m.—LUDLOW—The third annual Divided Sky Fun(d) Run is a morning filled with fitness and community spirit. This event aims to support the Divided Sky Foundation and the Springfield and Rutland Turning Point Centers. Lace up your running shoes and meet at Jackson Gore, 111 Jackson Gore Road, Ludlow.
Farmers market season is here
In true Vermont style, the arrival of spring is always accompanied by longer days, the lingering fear of one last hard frost, and the return of the region’s farmers markets. This year, the markets’ opening days are staggered, with a new one popping up nearly every week between now and June, starting with the Mt. Tom Farmers Market this Saturday.
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