The Chester Alumni Parade is this Saturday, June 8. I thought it fitting to write some Chester High School history. This history is taken from a 1915 graduating class scroll in my collection. The scroll is paper, measuring about 6 … Continued
ATHENS, Vt. – The Athens Brick Meetinghouse is having an open house on Sunday, June 9, from 2-4 p.m. The meetinghouse will be open for visitors to tour and learn more about this fascinating 1817 building. There will also be … Continued
My latest book, “Stories of Us,” is now available at Lisai’s in Bellows Falls, and The Framery of Vermont and Stone House Antiques Center, both in Chester. If you see me, flag me down, I carry a few books in … Continued
ROCKINGHAM, Vt. – Bellows Falls’ rich industrial history and vision for the future will be celebrated in the dedication of the recently installed Robertson Paper Mill Historic Interpretive Kiosk, presented by Bellows Falls Area Development Corporation (BFADC) and the Town … Continued
ROCKINGHAM, Vt. – On June 1, the newly reinvigorated Rockingham Meeting House Association will have its Annual Meeting. On the agenda will be an introduction to the revitalized board of directors. Meet them and learn of their commitment and enthusiasm about the … Continued
BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Things are happening at The Hotel Windham in downtown Bellows Falls, Vt. Originally built as a railroad hotel, the current Georgian revival building was constructed in 1932, but has had upper floor vacancies since 1984. A … Continued
LONDONDERRY, Vt. – The Londonderry Arts and Historical Society (LAHS) invites residents and guests to come to one of the many events we have planned for the summer: June 1 – June 15 will be the Kids Art Show, featuring … Continued
I first met Jim Carr about 25 years ago in Bellows Falls. Jim was always walking on Atkinson Street. Over time we became friendly. Jim is 98. One day I was having a yard sale on Atkinson Street when Jim … Continued
TOWNSHEND, Vt. – On Wednesday, May 29, representatives of the French government will bestow the Legion d’Honneur (Legion of Honor) upon Richard Jackson, a decorated veteran of World War II and resident of Townshend, Vt. The honor will be presented … Continued
MOUNT HOLLY, Vt. – The Mount Holly Community Historical Museum is scheduled to open on Saturdays and Sundays, from May 25 through the end of August. The hours are 2-4 p.m., or by appointment by calling 802-259-2460 or 802-259-2049. The … Continued