Cavendish Update 9/19/25: Drought/Workshop/News/Events

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DROUGHT! Cavendish is listed as being in severe drought conditions. There is Burn Ban in effect for all of Cavendish for open burning. Campfires are allowed if contained in a ring.

Keep in mind that some changes in town water may be noticed due to hydrant flushing this week. Anyone experiencing changes in water pressure, discoloration or dried-up wells is encouraged to report it to the Agency of Natural Resources. They also want to hear from farmers experiencing crop loss or other drought-related damage. Report by clicking here.

GRAB A FREE GO BAG: People in Cavendish, Ludlow, Plymouth and Mt. Holly can pick up a free Go Bag today, Friday, Sept.18 at the BRBNS Rummage Sale at Fletcher Farm from 10-4 

Please avoid the river bank area of Fletcher Farm Field on Friday 9/19/25, at least for a 2-3 hour window after the treatment of invasive Japanese knotweed. Signage will be up. This  will likely be an annual activity for the next few years. The goal is management, not eradication.

9/19/25

1.    Air Pollution/Self Care Workshop

2.    Cavendish Related News

3.    Events Calendar

1. HISTORY OF AIR POLLUTION & HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF WORKSHOP: Air pollution has been an issue ever since the first fire occurred, whether started by a lightning strike or early humans. Wood or coal smoke, industrial or chemical pollution, volcanic ash or other sources has led to regulations trying to control it. For the last several summers, many people in Vermont have been bothered by the wild fire smoke from Canada, which caused a number of air quality alert days.

On September 28 (Sunday) Dr. Charis Boke will be speaking about the history of air pollution, miasma and herbal support for lungs at the Cavendish Historical Society Museum (1958 Main St. Cavendish) at 2 pm. Dr. Boke, is a research scientist at Dartmouth, with a specialty in Medical and /Environmental anthropology, and a focus on herbalism and alternative medicine.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information call 802-226-7807 or e-mail margocaulfield@icloud.com

2. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS

• Minutes from Public Hearing on Proposed Draft Subdivision Regulations:

• Cavendish Bone Builders: Green Mountain RSVP, An Americicorps Seniors program, has a free, in-person Bone Builders class with spots available for new participants in Cavendish. These strength-trainings classes are for people aged 55 and older, and are taught be trained voluneers. Attendees can expect increases in balance and muscle strength and may experience increased bone density. The Cavendish class meets at the Cavendish Baptist Church on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 am. FMI: 802-772-7876 or www.rsvpvt.org

• Vermont health officials recommend COVID shots for everyone 6 months or older: State officials are recommending anyone 6 months or older receive a COVID-19 vaccine, and on Wednesday issued a standing order authorizing pharmacies to administer the shots to most Vermonters. Vermont’s announcement follows the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s decision to significantly narrow eligibility for COVID-19 vaccines, and is the latest example of a state breaking with the federal government as the Trump administration increasingly retreats from the medical establishment on the subject of immunization. VP

3. EVENTS

SEPTEMBER 19-20 (FRIDAY-SATURDAY):  BRGNS Gigantic Fall Rummage Sale, 10-3 at Fletcher Farm, 611 Route 103 South. Proceeds food, rent, heat, utility and disaster assistance to our neighbors in need. BRGNS serves Cavendish, Ludlow, Mt. Holly and Plymouth. You can pick up a free “Go Kit” at this event on Friday

SEPTEMBER 28 (SUNDAY): 2PM at the Cavendish Historical Society Museum. Dr. Charis Boke will be speaking about the history of air pollution, miasma and herbal support for lungs. Dr. Boke, is a research scientist at Dartmouth, with a specialty in Medical and /Environmental anthropology, and a focus on herbalism and alternative medicine. FMI 802-226-7807 or margocaulfield@icloud.com

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 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

OCTOBER 31 (FRIDAY): Happy Halloween

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

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