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Leda’s Kitchen Menu for 1/29, Chicken Tikka Masala + More

by LedaS | Food

“That chicken curry was a knockout! We are so grateful for you.” –John U.

At Leda’s Kitchen, I draw on my adventures as a private chef, cookbook author, and co-owner of Dosa Kitchen Food Truck to offer weekly heat-and-eat meals designed to awaken your senses and fit seamlessly into your schedule. My menus feature curries, stews, nourishing soups and stews inspired by diverse food traditions. I cook with high-quality ingredients including free-range meats and focus on local and organic sourcing. You decide when to eat, as all dishes are designed to reheat beautifully, maintaining or even increasing their original deliciousness. On the menu for the coming week (order by January 27/pick up January 29:

The Dawning of the Age of Aquarius Has Just Begun! 5 Astrological Positions in Aquarius Start Today!

by CrisEricson2016 | Spiritual

Today is the dawning of the Age of Aquarius, and we can see this in the protests and demonstrations demanding that people are treated equally as human beings and treated with dignity, respect and kindness because we are all citizens of planet Earth.

Here is one example of a protest today, January 23, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xn93oAuICn0

Healthcare & SNAP Info Hours

by ESchwartz | Health

The Vermont Workers’ Center is hosting drop-in hours at the Brooks Memorial Library Community Meeting Room on Jan. 23 and Feb. 6 from 2:00-4:30 PM to help people understand and navigate changes to SNAP, Medicaid and Medicare. There will be information about the changes, including the SNAP work requirements and exemptions, and on the rights of individuals currently on or applying for these programs. Workers’ Center members can work with people on submitting applications and other paperwork.

We Need To Stop The Rogue President

by RDavis | Activism

Most reasonable people assume that governments exist to support people and provide the infrastructure to make sure commerce provides whatever is needed to keep people safe and healthy. Sadly, a lot of people who are not reasonable, ethical and moral tend to rise to the top of the power structure in many countries.

When that happens, all of the documents and policies in place become meaningless. The founding fathers of the American experiment wrote a number of documents to guide the new country that was breaking away from the tyranny of King George III. The hope was that they could provide more freedom for people in a new country.

Brattleboro Senior Meals

by KTurnas | Food

Jan. 19  CLOSED FOR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY

Jan. 20   Baked Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce

Zucchini

Green Beans & Peppers

Garlic Bread

Pineapple

Support for People Living with Serious Illness

by CenterforSolace | Health

Center for Solace (formerly Brattleboro Area Hospice) is offering support  for people living with Serious Illnesses.

Are you going through treatment? Feeling overwhelmed or scared? Living with a chronic illness or autoimmune condition? Talking with others may help.

The Serious Illness Program support groups provide a space for people to share personal experiences, feelings, coping strategies, and allow for shared learning. 

Volunteer for Center for Solace!

by CenterforSolace | Health

Are you looking for a way to be involved in building community?

Volunteering at Center for Solace can make a direct impact on your neighbors and other local folks who need support!

Serious illness, hospice, and bereavement volunteers at Center for Solace undergo about 25 hours of training, and then work directly with clients, either one on one or facilitating support groups. You’ll learn to be a supportive presence to a person or family going through a difficult time.

Unrestrained Aggression

by RDavis | Activism

It’s not the first time in the history of the world that a power-hungry deranged head of state is trying to take as much of the world as he can grab. It is the first time this type of leader is from the United States. It makes me sick, and it is not only causing Americans to be fearful in their own country, but it is also causing the rest of the world to worry if their country will be his next target.

Fear is the weapon of dictators and autocrats, and Trump is using it here to make people feel unsafe in their own country. If we really had a functional system of checks and balances the legislative branch would have the ability to be guided by a moral and ethical compass. Instead, Washington republicans are following a severely mentally ill leader in lockstep for fear of personal retribution. The lock on domestic power is almost complete.

Leda’s Kitchen Menu for January 15

by LedaS | Food

At Leda’s Kitchen, I draw on my adventures as a private chef, cookbook author, and co-owner of Dosa Kitchen Food Truck to offer weekly heat-and-eat meals designed to awaken your senses and fit seamlessly into your schedule. My menus feature curries, stews, nourishing soups and stews inspired by diverse food traditions. I cook with high-quality ingredients including free-range meats and focus on local and organic sourcing. You decide when to eat, as all dishes are designed to reheat beautifully, maintaining or even increasing their original deliciousness. On the menu for the coming week (order by January 13/pick up January 15):

Brattleboro 2026 Dog and Wolf-hybrid Licenses Available

by Not Signed In | Pets

Annual Brattleboro dog and wolf-hybrid licenses are available for the 2026 licensing period. Dog owners who applied through the online portal or who provided us with an email address will receive an email from the Town of Brattleboro that the license is due for renewal. Anyone for whom we do not have an email address will receive a reminder notice by mail with instructions for renewing by mail or for claiming the record in the online portal through the Brattleboro.gov website.

Navalny and the Message For The U.S.

by RDavis | Activism

I have been reading Russian dissident Alexei Navalny’s memoir and the similarities between Russian and American politics are frightening. It’s no surprise to anyone in this country that we are living under a repressive regime that disrespects free speech and the rule of law. That is the case in many countries around the world today, but I believe most Americans never thought it could get this bad here.

As Navalny outlines political events during his short life, it becomes clear that Putin and Trump have a lot in common. They both are intolerant of any viewpoint not supporting them and they both will do anything to hold on to and increase the power and wealth they have.

When egomaniacal oligarchs assume power they are not satisfied simply bending their own people to their will. Their disease compels them to move to the next level. That means trying to take over countries beyond their borders and starting wars for no other reason than to give them more personal power.

Leda’s Kitchen 1 Year Anniversary! Take $5 off your order this week.

by LedaS | Food

Dear Food Lovers,

Thank you for the incredible support you’ve shown me as Leda’s Kitchen celebrates its first anniversary. Since launching the business a year ago and working ten out of the twelve months, I’ve completed nearly a thousand orders, serving close to three thousand dishes! I’ve met lots of new people on Front Porch Forum!

To celebrate, take $5 off your order next week with the code iBratt5. Railways Chicken Curry, Paneer Butter Masala, and Pork Chili Colorado are on the menu.

December 2025 and Year End Precipitation Report

by local | Nature

December was another drier than average month with 3.24″ measured, compared to the NOAA average of 4.30″.  Precipitation was well distributed thru the month but the 2 largest storms were both rain.

My 2025 end of year total is 46.66″, slightly lower than the NOAA average of 47.54″. Without the over 10″ rain in the month of May we would have been much lower overall.