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WSESD Special Meeting Agenda

by Not Signed In | Education

AGENDA

I. CALL TO ORDER – 4:00 p.m. – David Schoales, Board Chair

II. Executive Session – 1VSA §313(a)(1)(E) – Pending or Probable Civil Litigation or
a Prosecution, Which the Public Body is or May be a Party

Historical Info Appreciated

by Truman14 | History

I just wanted to pop in to thank Chris for continuing to run the Historical events. I read them almost daily and enjoy them very much. I’m young enough that some of the “olde tyme” terms are unknown to me, so I look them up, adding to the vast array of almost useless knowledge I carry around in my head. When I looked up ‘peripatetic’ today, it struck me that a thank you was in order, so thank you!

WSESD Independent Budget Review Committee Meeting Agenda and Minutes

by Not Signed In | Education

This committee historically reviewed three budgets: the Brattleboro Town, the Brattleboro Town Schoolboard, and BUHS. Franz explained the review process was done slightly differently based upon the size of the budget and the work done by the board. The School Budget Review historically concentrated on an explanation of the complex educational funding formula, and the size of the BUHS budget made it very difficult to review every budget line item. The review committee looked at the overall line items on the budget, and not every line item as was scrutinized. Franz recommended Dick DeGray as a citizen capable of dissecting a complex school budget to the precise line item.

Gift Making Classes at HatchSpace

by HatchSpace | Creative

There is still room in several of HatchSpace’s holiday gift making classes. These classes are suitable for beginners and are a great way to learn some basic woodworking skills.   Register now before classes fill up.

All these classes are suitable for beginners.

BCTV Schedules – Week of November 22, 2021

by BCTVProg | Media

Monday, November 22, 2021

5:15 am Sustainable Woodstock – Green Drinks Series – Weatherizing Your Home
6:00 am Yestermorrow Fall Speaker Series – Building Hope, Building Careers 11/3/21
7:00 am Mitchell Giddings Fine Arts – MGFA Presents: Jackie Abrams and Karen Kamenetzky
8:00 am Democracy Now! – Democracy Now! Daily Broadcast

Tucker Barrett, Stringed Instrument Artist In Residence at HatchSpace

by HatchSpace | Arts

After nearly 25 years of designing and building electric violins, violas and cellos, Tucker Barrett is now dedicating his time to the repair and restoration of vintage and contemporary acoustic and electric guitars.

Trained and apprenticed under Ken Parker at Stuyvesant Music on 48th Street in NYC, Tucker has been privileged to build custom guitars for such musicians as Pete Townsend, Andy Summers, Lou Reed, and Nile Rodgers, as well as many other professional and amateur musicians. He has also repaired, maintained and set up guitars for many top groups such as the Pretenders, Foreigner, The Cars, The Police, and Joan Armatrading.

Brattleboro Women’s Chorus Hosts Fall (virtual) Singalong Concert

by bwchorus | Music

The Brattleboro Women’s Chorus will perform their fall “HeartSong Singalong” via Zoom on Sunday, November 21 at 4 pm.

The chorus will be singing songs led by Director Becky Graber. Some of the songs are very easy to join along with, and Becky will teach a song or two to all. Singalong-goers can register online via Zoom and pay for a ticket using the links on our website.

After over a year of exclusively singing on Zoom, this fall the chorus was able to sing in-person as well and recorded song tracks that we will sing with during the Singalong. Singers will be muted during the event, so feel free to sing along in the comfort of your homes, if you wish. Lyrics will be posted in the chat.

BCTV Board Meeting 11/17/2021

by BrattleboroTV | Media

The next BCTV Board of Directors meeting will be November 17th at 6:15 PM via Zoom. Meetings are regularly held on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:15, and are open to the public.

To receive the coordinates for the board meeting, email info@brattleborotv.org before 5 PM on the day of the meeting.
https://www.brattleborotv.org/board

Vermont’s Harris Hill Ski Jump Releases Commemorative Historic Book for its 100th Anniversary

by Not Signed In | History

Brattleboro, Vermont (November 16, 2021) — Harris Hill Ski Jump, home of New England’s only Olympic-sized, 90-meter ski jump, is kicking off its 100-year anniversary with the publication and release of its history, “Harris Hill Ski Jump, the First 100 Years.” The 120-page soft cover book is narrated in a storytelling cadence by Vermont-based journalist Kevin O’Connor.

This book chronicles the colorful history of Harris Hill Ski Jump in Brattleboro, a celebrated winter sporting event that has attracted athletes and spectators from near and far for 100 years. The history is told in a photo-rich, engaging story format. It is broken up into segments through the years and features many aspects of Harris Hill including a colorful background on its founder Fred Harris, the history of the jump’s coveted Winged Ski Trophy, how Harris Hill helped pave the way for women in ski jumping and much more.

WSESD Board Special Meeting Agenda

by Not Signed In | Education

AGENDA

I. CALL TO ORDER – 6:00 p.m. – David Schoales, Board Chair

II. Executive Session – 1VSA §313(a)(1)(F) – Confidential Attorney-Client Communications Made for the Purpose of Providing Professional Legal Services to the Body.

BCTV Schedules – Week of November 15, 2021

by BCTVProg | Media

BCTV Channel 1075 schedule for the week of 11/15/21

Monday, November 15, 2021

6:15 am Northgate TV – Kid’s Yoga – Giving Thanks 11/1/21
6:30 am The News Project – In Studio – ARPA Funding For Towns and Municipalities
7:00 am BCTV Annual Meeting – Producer Awards Night 2021
7:40 am Legislative Redistricting – Update on Legislative Redistricting w/Tom Little 10/20/21
8:00 am Democracy Now! – Democracy Now! Daily Broadcast

Vermont Jazz Center Presents: Val Jeanty & the Berklee Institute of Jazz & Gender Justice

by vtjazz | Music

The Vermont Jazz Center will present its fourth annual Emerging Artist Festival on Saturday, November 13th. The event promotes new ideas and individuals affecting the future of jazz, a music that encourages creativity and lauds game-changing artists. This year the Jazz Center will partner with the Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice and will feature one of their instructors, Haitian turntablist Val Jeanty (Val-Inc).

Performances will begin at 1:00 PM on Saturday: student groups from around the region will be coached by members of the institute throughout the day and will attend a 4:15 masterclass. The Festival will culminate in an 8:00 PM performance by Jeanty and members of the Institute.

The entire event is open to vaccinated individuals (please bring proof and ID) and is free to students and members of the LGBTQ community. Tickets for the 8:00 PM concert cost $20. Outright Vermont will be tabling throughout the afternoon events.

ACM Offers High School Computing Prize

by cgrotke | Education

The Association for Computer Machinery announced this prize for high school students talented in computer science. Know any? It could mean $10,000 in scholarship funds.

“Every year, the ACM/CSTA Cutler-Bell Prize in High School Computing recognizes talented high school students in computer science. The intent of the program is to promote and encourage the field of computer science, as well as to empower young and aspiring learners to pursue computing challenges outside of the traditional classroom environment.

The application process involves a Challenge that focuses on having the student develop an artifact that engages modern computing technology and computer science.

Holiday Gift Making Workshops at HatchSpace

by HatchSpace | Creative

Craft a holiday gift for someone you love. Workshops available for sign up include, Cutting Board Workshop, *Resin Edge Bowl Turning, Make a Frame, Build a Flower Press, Make a Gift Box, Design and Carve Key Holder, Tile Top Charcuterie Board, Turned Gifts (bottle stopper, opener and more). Open to beginners, no woodworking experience required. Space is limited. Sign up today! Go to www.hatchspace.org for details and registration. *Bowl turning experience required for the Resin Bowl workshop.

WSESD Independent Budget Review Committee Agenda

by Not Signed In | Education

AGENDA
I. Introductions

II. Determine Use of Robert’s Rules of Order (small boards), and Elect Officers

III. Determine Our Open Meeting Law Obligations and Public Participation in the Process

IV. Review the Brattleboro Independent Budget Committee Process and Report

BCTV Schedules Week of November 8, 2021

by BCTVProg | Media

Monday, November 8, 2021

5:00 am Mitchell Giddings Fine Arts – Christine Treibert
6:10 am The Vermont Housing Summit – Panel 2 – Smart Growth Principles
7:00 am Community Forum – Windham 4 Community Conversation 10/23/21
8:00 am Democracy Now! – Democracy Now! Daily Broadcast
9:00 am Town of Brattleboro Trick-or-Treat Event – Town of Brattleboro Trick-or-Treat Event 10/31/21