Who said “You’re either with us or against us”
(In one form or another) ?
Book of Joshua (Chap. 5:13
Synoptic Gospels (Jesus):
Marcus Tullius Cicero
Vladimir Ilyich Lenin,
George Orwell
VFW $6 Lunch Specials Open to the Public 7-2 to 7-6
The Brattleboro VFW located at 40 Black Mountain Road is open to the public for lunch. Lunch is served Mon-Fri from 11:30 – 1:30. Specials listed below are only $6 a plate. Hand made burger, fries, sweet potato fries, wings, onion rings, soups and sandwiches are also available. Take outs available by calling 257-0438
July 2nd – July 6th
Mon – sloppy joes w/ salad
On An Immigration Policy “That Doesn’t Make Us Look Like Monsters”
I’ve been following the drama surrounding Trump’s policy of separating immigrant children from their parents at the southern border. Many Americans are justifiably horrified by our nation’s cruel treatment of the Central American immigrants, and would like to see “something” done about it. But what is that something?
Brattleboro Senior Meals
Brattleboro Senior Meals Menu July 2 thru July 6
July 2 Grilled Cheese & Tomato Sandwich
Sweet Potato Wedges
Confetti Corn
Tropical Fruit
A Brattleboro History Exhibit
I thought it might be fun to tell you about a project (in-progress!) I’m working on with the Brattleboro Historical Society. It’s an exhibit all about Brattleboro that will be on display at the Vermont Historical Society in Montpelier, from August to January.
BHS hired me on to do exhibit design and project manage, two things I enjoy doing. I also love Brattleboro history.
Brattleboro Selectboard Agenda (No Notes) – July 3, 2018
The Brattleboro Selectboard will meet on Tuesday, July 3, 2018 in the Selectboard Meeting Room at the Municipal Center. It is anticipated that the Board will enter into executive session at 5:30pm to discuss pending or probable civil litigation and negotiation of a real estate lease, and reconvene for the regular business meeting at 6:15pm An ASL interpreter will be available for deaf and hard-of-hearing community members.
Brattleboro Conservation Commission Work Session
The Conservation Commission will hold a work session on Tuesday, July 3, 2018 from 5:15-7:00 PM at the West River Park, 333 West River Road, Brattleboro.
Early Voting in Brattleboro, Voter Registration and Town Clerk Hours
Early/absentee ballots for the Primary Election to be held on August 14, are now available in Vermont town clerks’ offices. Anyone wishing to vote prior to August 14, may apply for an early/absentee ballot until 5:00 p.m. on Monday, August 13. Early/absentee ballots may be voted in person in the clerk’s office, mailed to the voter by the clerk’s office, picked up by the voter or if a voter is in need can be delivered to the voter’s residence by two Justices of the Peace.
Help Brattleboro Time Trade
Brattleboro Time Trade www.brattleborotimetrade.org has an opportunity to win a grant WITH YOUR VOTE. Just follow this link:
https://www.mlb.com/redsox/community/impact-awards/form
to the voting page for the Red Sox Foundation’s “Impact Award” – an award which would help BTT regain financial stability:
Rummage and Tag Sale at the Dummerston Community Center
There will be a benefit rummage and tag sale on Saturday, June 30th, from 9-noon at the Dummerston Community Center, located at 150 West Street. Items for sale include furniture, furnishings, kitchenware, footwear, books, toys, games, clothing and many miscellaneous items, two rooms full. Some items priced, some by donation. Money donations from the sale will benefit the Center’s operating and maintenance cost.
Four Vermont Towns on Preservation Trust Historic Places Watch List
Four Vermont towns – Royalton, Sharon, Strafford, and Tunbridge – have been placed on the latest list of endangered historic places.
“America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places is an annual list that spotlights important examples of our nation’s architectural and cultural heritage that are at risk of destruction or irreparable damage” says their announcement. Route 66, Mount Vernon, and other sites are on the list.
Bronx-Queens Democrats nominate Socialist for Congress
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a 28-year-old Latina running her first campaign, upset 10-term incumbent Rep. Joe Crowley in New York’s 14th congressional district on Tuesday,
Monday Morning Movie – July Listings
MONDAY MORNING MOVIE
Brattleboro Senior Center, 207 Main Street
JULY SHOWINGS
SOMETIMES RED – SOMETIMES BLUE
Red Sox Foundation To Highlight Vermont Charities Dedicated To Social Justice, Diversity, and Inclusion for 2018 “IMPACT” Awards
The Red Sox Foundation invites local residents to vote for their favorite non-profit in the the fourth annual “IMPACT” Awards. The awards provide Red Sox fans in the five New England states surrounding Massachusetts with the opportunity to vote to decide which organizations will be awarded grants. Starting this year, the IMPACT Awards will highlight a different charitable mission each year, with 2018 focusing on non-profits dedicated to improving social justice, diversity, and inclusion in New England communities.
Brattleboro Retreat Protest
Anyone know why the Brattleboro Retreat employees were out protesting today?
Exit One Industrial Park Water Main Update
Utilities crews are still working on repairing the water main break on John Seitz Dr (Exit One Industrial Park.) During this work, it is necessary to shut off water service to Old Guilford Rd and the I91 Guilford Welcome Center. Utilities crews are on the scene working to fix the issue and restore water service to the affected area as soon as possible. It is estimated that the water service should be back in service within 2-3 hours. We apologize again for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience while we work to fix the problem.
World Cup Soccer Fun in a Moscow Targeted by Nuclear Missiles in US Silos, Submarines & Bombers
Imagine before each match of the World Cup the FIFA World Soccer Federation making an appeal over the loud speaker asking all the fans in the name of the future of soccer to tell officials of their government to demand Americans stop threatening the future of the World Cup with nuclear war. Soccer stars President of Liberia & UN Good Will Ambassador George Weah and world #1 Diego Maradona to lead FIFA’s appeal.
Sports By The Numbers
The Boston Celtics are in the news today. Its 6/25/2018. Boston=31 in English Reduction. Its a day with 31 (6+25=31) numerology. They picked up a “guard”=24 in English Reduction. Bradley Daniel Wanamaker=199. 199 is the 46th prime. Celtics=46 in Reverse Reduction. His last name, Wanamaker=33 in English Reduction and 156 in Reverse Ordinal.Boston Celtics=66 English Reduction (s-exception) and 156 in English Ordinal. Thirty three=66 in English Reduction , 156 in English Ordinal.
Brattleboro Water Main Break at Exit One Industrial Park
Due to a water main break on John Seitz Dr (Exit One Industrial Park) there is currently no water service to Old Guilford Rd and the I91 Guilford Welcome Center. Utilities crews are on the scene working to fix the issue and restore water service to the affected area as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience while we work to fix the problem.
The End of Two Eras: Plastic Bags and Pot Prohibition
Two things that have been with me all of my life are going away as July starts, and I’m happy to bid them adieu.
The first is plastic shopping bags. Brattleboro is banning single-use plastic bags (under 2.25 mil) as of July 1. In a world full of plastic bags, our impact may be like a small drop in a big pond, but our drop can cause ripples.
