New Library Director Hired!
The Weathersfield Proctor Library is pleased to announced that Nancy Tusinski of Rockingham VT will be the new Library Director. Ms. Tusinski met with the Board of Trustees last night and accepted their offer of employment. She will begin at the library on April 19.

Ms. Tusinski is currenlty employed by the Springfield Town Library where she is the Adult Services Coordinator since 2007.
 
Please stop by and wish her well next month!!

For More Info:
Weathersfield Proctor Library
Post Office Box 519
Ascutney, VT 05030-0519
Telephone: [802] 674-2863 Email: library@weathersfield.org

Library CLOSED this Week March 28, 29, 30 and 31

Thank You for the Flag For More Info:
Weathersfield Proctor Library
Post Office Box 519
Ascutney, VT 05030-0519
Telephone: [802] 674-2863 Email: library@weathersfield.org

Kids: a look at the decisions they make, for better or worse
WINDSOR— Vermont Youth Risk Behavior Survey results are in, and community members are invited to get the facts about what local kids are really up to at a Community Dialogue Night hosted by students on Wednesday, March 28, at Windsor High School.

YRBS, an annual survey conducted statewide and sponsored by the Department of Health and Department of Education, measures the prevalence of behaviors that contribute to the
leading causes of death, disease and injury among young people. It is part of the state’s ongoing effort to help communities reduce high-risk behaviors and encourage healthy
behaviors. The survey questions teens and pre-teens on a range of topics, from bullying and body image to drug and alcohol use.

Wednesday night’s forum, organized by Windsor High School students with the help of teacher Andy Jackins, will focus on survey results within Windsor Southeast Supervisory
Union. “We’ll explore the data and discuss strengths, concerns and a plan of action to reduce high-risk behaviors and promote healthy choices for our youth,” Jackins said.

The state made a few changes to YRBS last year. Before 2011, students in grades eight through 12 participated in one survey. In 2011, two surveys were conducted: a high
school survey of students in grades nine through 12 and a middle school survey of students in grades six through eight. All results in the 2011 high school survey report are for grades nine through 12 only; results from earlier surveys that appear in the 2011 high school report are different from those published previously.

The YRBS Community Dialogue Night will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 28, in the Windsor High School cafeteria. Light refreshments will be offered. For more information, call Andy Jackins at (802) 674-9822, ext. 337. For more information about YRBS, including survey results by county and supervisory union, visit
www.healthvermont.gov/research/yrbs/2011.


Hi all,

Attached is a press release (LOCATED ABOVE) announcing a Community Dialogue Night to explore the results of the latest YRBS (Youth Risk Behavior Survey) that I hope you will consider including in your weekend editions. I've also included a short blurb (below) for your calendar section in the days leading up to the event.

YRBS is an annual survey sponsored by the state. During the forum, we'll take a closer look at the results as they pertain to local (Windsor County) kids. (The survey questions teens and pre-teens on a range of topics, from bullying and body image to drug and alcohol use.)

Thanks for your time and consideration!
Maryellen

Best,

Maryellen Apelquist
Weathersfield Town Coordinator for MAPP (Mt. Ascutney Prevention Partnership)
802.591.3452
maryellen.apelquist@mahhc.org
http://www.mappvt.org/


For the calendar:
Community Dialogue Night
A YRBS (Youth Risk Behavior Survey) Community Dialogue Night will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 28, in the Windsor High School cafeteria. Light refreshments will be offered. Community members will explore the 2011 Windsor Southeast Supervisory Union YRBS data and discuss strengths, concerns and a plan of action to reduce high-risk behaviors and promote healthy choices for local youth. For more information, call Andy Jackins at (802) 674-9822, ext. 337. For more information about YRBS, including survey results by county and supervisory union, visit www.healthvermont.gov/research/yrbs/2011.

Mt Ascutney Hospital and Health Center

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If you're looking for something to do with the kids after school during these sunny days, check out Jacqui Antonivich's note below!

Best,
Maryellen Apelquist
Weathersfield Town Coordinator for MAPP (Mt. Ascutney Prevention Partnership)
802.591.3452
maryellen.apelquist@mahhc.org
http://www.mappvt.org/

________________________________
From: jantonivich tds.net [mailto:jantonivich@tds.net]
Sent: Wednesday, March 21, 2012 10:41 AM
Subject: Hoisington Field After School

HAPPY SPRING!!


The kids and I were at Hoisington Field yesterday after school, and they were having a great time (Emily and her friend were reminiscing about their school days there). I would guess that many of us have a lot of good memories on that playground!

We are planning to play there again next Tuesday (3/27) after school. I thought I would send an email out to those I have addresses for in case you were looking for something to do with your children. The weather is suppose to be in the mid 50's and mostly sunny. It's a great time to toss in some extra gear like bikes, skateboards, balls, mitts, bats, Frisbees, etc. in the car just in case. Feel free to pass the word around.

Enjoy the sunshine!
Jacqui




Mt Ascutney Hospital and Health Center

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Hi all,

If you have children in our school system — or are concerned about the youth in our community — please attend next Wednesday's Community Dialogue Night at Windsor High School, hosted by students. We'll discuss local results of the annual Youth Risk Behavior Survey and explore ways we can encourage healthy behavior and choices. Please see attached flier with the details.

Hope to see you there!
Maryellen

Best,
Maryellen Apelquist
Weathersfield Town Coordinator for MAPP (Mt. Ascutney Prevention Partnership)
802.591.3452
maryellen.apelquist@mahhc.org
http://www.mappvt.org/

Youth Risk Behavior Survey
Community Dialogue Night
6 to 8 p.m. • Wednesday • March 28
Windsor High School Cafeteria
Light Refreshments

Mt Ascutney Hospital and Health Center

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Spring has sprung, as well as many changes at the Library.....
Here are some upcoming events and happenings.....
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THANK YOU Weathersfield Voters!
~Article 16 passed
YES 378 ~ NO 228

~Ernie Shand was re-elected to the Board of Trustees with 545 votes

~And Chelsea Szidik ran a successful write-in campaign and was voted in with 38 votes.
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The Weathersfield Proctor Library will host the
First Annual Town Team Challenge
in Weathersfield, Vermont
Saturday, March 24th at 7 pm
at Martin Memorial Hall on Route 5 in Ascutney.
Come watch and support your favorite team as they
compete against each other in five game categories:
Spelling, Geography, Town History, Current Events and "Name That Tune"
Tickets are $5 per person or $10 per family
Refreshments will be available for purchase
All proceeds from this event will benefit
The Weathersfield Proctor Library's Building Expansion Fund.
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Crafters Connection
for Wednesday, March 21st
is canceled
due to scheduled interviews
for the new Library Director!
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Volunteers are always welcome and needed!
If you have a free hour or two (or three), once a week, to help us out,
we would love to hear from you... or better yet, just stop by!

We are looking for coverage for
Saturday, March 24
9 am -1 pm
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Thursday, March 22nd, 7 pm
Book Discussion
Turnip Blues by Helen Campbell

It's not too late to pick up a copy at the library and
join us for the book discussion!
All are welcome
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Our library now carries PLAYAWAYS!
No cassettes, No CD's, No Downloads, Just PLAY!
For more information to or to view our collection,
please stop by
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FRIENDS Dues are DUE!
If you are a friend, your dues are due!
If you don't know what a
FRIEND of Weathersfield Proctor Library is..
ask a Librarian!! And join us!
Flyers are available at the checkout desk.
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Weathersfield Proctor Library
PO Box 519/5181 Route 5
Ascutney, VT 05030
http://weathersfieldvt.org/proctor-library
library@weathersfield.org
(802) 674-2863
Hours:
Wednesday - Friday 12:00-6:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Trustee Meeting March 28 7 pm The Weathersfield Proctor Library Board of Trustees will be hosting their next regular meeting March 28 at 7 pm at the Weathersfield Proctor Library.

Click here for the Agenda

Crafters Connection March 21 postponed The Crafters Connection scheduled for March 21 is postponed due to interviews scheduled for the open library director position. Sorry for the inconvenience...

Crafters Connection
1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
This ongoing event will be taking place on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month (weather permitting).

Crafters are invited to gather at the library to knit, crochet, sew, scrapbook, quilt, etc. Bring your current project. Interested in learning a craft but don't know how? We're more than willing to share our knowledge! Free and open to the public. Please bring your own materials.

  For More Info:
Weathersfield Proctor Library
Post Office Box 519
Ascutney, VT 05030-0519
Telephone: [802] 674-2863 Email: library@weathersfield.org

The Board of Directors of the Windsor County Agricultural Fair announces that the 2012 Fair will be held on July 7 and 8 and is searching for farms and other businesses to participate. This year will mark the 39th year that the "Best Little Fair in Vermont" will be held at Barlow's Field on historic Eureka Road in Springfield. Fair hours will be Saturday 10 am to 7 pm and Sunday 10 am to 4 pm.

The focus of this year's fair is on New Agriculture, which, of course, is really just returning to the "old" ways of local food and small family farms. Farmers, craftspeople and tradespeople are invited to display in new exhibiting areas.

For information on exhibiting or sponsoring contact Kari Storm at 291-0731, wcafvt@gmail.com or visit www.windsorcofairvt.weebly.com

The Message for the Week, March 7-13, 2012
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