Cavendish Update 10/3/25: News/Events
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The Cavendish Historical Society is the beneficiary of Shaw’s October Give Back Where it Counts Reusable Bag Program. CHS receives a $1 donation for every $3 Give Back Where it Counts Reusable bag sold. Money raised will be used to help with the Young Historians program and for the 250thAnniversary programs honoring the start of the Revolutionary War and the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
10/3/25
1. Shaw’s Selects CHS as October’s “Give Back” Nonprofit
2. Magnificent Migration
3. Cavendish Related News
4. Events Calendar
1. SHAWS SELECTS CHS AS OCTOBER’S GIVE BACK NONPROFIT: The Cavendish Historical Society has been honoring the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolutionary War this year with a “taste of history.” It’s therefore both fitting and a priviledge to be the recipient of the Ludlow Shaw’s Give Back Where it Counts Reusable Bag Program for the month of October.
During the Revolutionary era, frugal, thrift, and repurposing were key to the war effort. These activities are just as important today as they were back then. The Shaw’s Give Back Program is an easy way for the community to support CHS’s efforts to recognize this time period as they regularly shop at Shaw’s. For every bag purchased, a portion is donated to CHS, who will use the funds to offer workshops in the coming months as we begin celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. We hope you’ll support us in October by purchasing one – or two! – Give Back Where It Counts bags at the Ludlow Shaw’s!”
CHS is a 501 © 3 non-profit, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary this fall. For more information about the Shaw’s “Give Back Where It Counts” Reusable Bag Program, please visit www.shaws.bags4mycause.com.
2. MAGNIFICENT MIGRATION: Cavendish Fletcher Community Library (CFCL) and the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association (CCCA) will host “Magnificent Migration,” an all-ages, free bird demonstration event.
We all know why birds fly south for the winter—or think we do. Why do some leave and some stay? How far do they go? Why do they even come back in the spring?
Join VINS in wondering at the amazing behavioral adaptation that is migration! We’ll meet some migrant raptors as well as some residents, and learn about the benefits and challenges of making a thousand-mile journey every single year of your life. Observe 3 birds of prey!
We are pleased to offer this event as part of the nationwide Flight Path, which brings science-backed solutions to communities to build a safer world for birds. Flight Path is the first campaign under Spark of Science @ My Library, a joint initiative between HHMI tangled Bank Studios and the Star Library Education Network. Spark of Science @My Library delivers high-quality, fun, and engaging resources through targeted outreach campaigns to public libraries. Campaign themes will showcase the process of science, and focus on life science topics, including health, biology, and ecology. Themed resources will be available to libraries for free and give them flexibility to customize programs and activities for their communities and patrons.
The CFCL and CCCA will continue to support our local and migratory birds now through Spring 2026 with fun activities for the whole family, including: film screenings, bird walks, and a bioblitz. To find out more about the additional upcoming bird-focused events, please visit www.cavendishlibrary.org, call the library at 802-226-7503, or follow us here on Facebook!
3.CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS
• Ernie Shand, Jr: It is with sadness that we post the passing of Ernie Shand, who for 10 years was Cavendish’s state rep in Montpelier. Calling hours will be held on Friday, October 17, from 4:00–7:00 p.m. at Stringer Funeral Home in Claremont, NH. A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 18, at the Ascutney Union Church, followed by a reception at Martin Memorial Hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Ascutney Union Church, PO Box 345, Ascutney, VT 05030; Weathersfield Proctor Library, PO Box 519, Ascutney, VT 05030 or Ascutney Volunteer Fire Department, PO Box 91, Ascutney, VT 05030.
• Register for the 20 Mile Stream MOG: First Annual gravel ride (race if you want to be timed?) that includes coffee, beer, food, swag and a beautiful morning ride/climb in the hills of Proctorsville and Cavendish VT on Oct. 18. Click here for registration
• CHS Briefs: The Cavendish Historical Society’s October Briefs are now on-line.
• VTSU student from Cavendish competes in golf tourney fund-raiser Chester Telegraph
• Create Together receives $12K grant for free monthly community programs: Create Together at Fletcher Farm recently received a $12,000 grant from the Vermont Community Foundation to launch “Creating in Community,” a series of free monthly programs designed to bring neighbors together through collaborative art projects. The first program will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 19 at its campus located at 611 Route 103S in Ludlow. The initiative will continue on the third Sunday of each month, offering residents of all ages and experience levels the opportunity to learn new artistic techniques while working together on community-focused projects. Chester Telegraph
• Tens of thousands Vermonters are set to lose Medicare Advantage option in 2026: The majority of the 51,600 people enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans in the state are served by two insurers, UnitedHealthcare and Vermont Blue Advantage. Both are leaving the market for individual purchasers next year. Humana will continue to offer its Medicare Advantage plans in Bennington, Caledonia, Essex, Orange, Windham and Windsor counties. CMS’s data for the coming year did not show any 2026 Medicare Advantage plans available for individuals living in the state’s other counties to enroll in. VT Digger
4. EVENTS
OCTOBER 11 (SATURDAY): Tea Blending workshop with Dr. Charis Boke. This will be held at 2 pm at Togather (Super Roasted Coffee) 73 Depot Street, Proctorsville. Please register by calling 802-226-7807 or margocaulfield@icloud.com
OCTOBER 12 (SUNDAY): Last day the CHS Museum is open for the season
OCTOBER 13 (MONDAY): Indigenous Peoples Day, Town Office Closed
OCTOBER 15 (WEDNESDAY): Magnificent Migration, 6 pm at the Cavendish Library, 573 Main St., Proctorsville.
OCTOBER 18 (SATURDAY) The 20 Mile MOG (Mid October Gravel) Ride, starts at the Big Red Barn on the corner of Chapman and Twenty Mile Stream. Register and learn more about this event at https://www.bikereg.com/73020
OCTOBER 31 (FRIDAY): Happy Halloween
- Ludlow Health Center Trick or Treat 5 pm
NOVEMBER 1 (SATURDAY): Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) workshop 3-5 at ToGather (home of SuperRoasted, 73 Depot St, Proctorsville. Sponsored by the Cavendish Historical Society. Free and open to the public.
NOVEMBER 9 (SUNDAY): Cavendish Historical Society’s Proctorsville Ghost Walk. Meet at the Proctorsville War Memorial at 2 pm. Wear comfortable walking shoes. This walk includes the Proctor Cemetery. We will be giving away free Cemetery Guides. FMI: 802-226-7807 or margocaulfield@icloud.com