Cavendish Update 10/31/25: Fall back/Halloween/News/Events

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FALL BACK: An extra hour of sleep this weekend as we return to standard time on Sunday, Nov. 2. When you change your clocks, check your smoke and CO alarms.  

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Check the Events section below for various activities. This year’s Cavendish Ghost Story from the Cavendish Historical Society is on-line.

LAST DAY TO PURCHASE REUSABLE BAG @ LUDLOW SHAWS TO BENEFIT THE CAVENDISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY

WINTER PARKING ORDINANCE STARTS TOMORROW: The Cavendish Winter Parking Ordinance is effect from Nov. 1- April 1. “The operator of a motor vehicle is forbidden to park a vehicle on any of the streets or highways within the Town of Cavendish between the hours of 12 o’clock midnight and 6 a.m. of the following morning between November 1st and the following April 1st of each year. Offending vehicles will be towed away at the owner’s expense. 

BURN BAN LIFTED: While the state has lifted the burn ban, burn permits may be obtained by contacting Fire Warden Chris Marks at 802-558-0308 or his Keymen Robert Glidden and Ray Fizbiggons. All normal burning regulations apply.

10/31/25

1.    Support BRGNS Food Pantry

2.    Proctorsville Ghost Walk

3.    Wild Hope & Puffin Patrol

4.    Cavendish Related News

5.    Events Calendar

1. SUPPORT BRGNS FOOD PANTRY: Black River Good Neighbor Services (BRGNS) is extremely grateful to our community, that helps us to feed families and individuals who are struggling. As the uncertainty with SNAP benefits continues, our food shelf is currently experiencing an increase in need. And, while the State of Vermont will fully fund those benefits for at least the first 15 days of November, folks remain very unsettled, and rightfully so.  Please consider making a donation of food to our food shelf, however small. Every one counts! As always, we are committed to supporting and feeding our neighbors in need.

Foods currently needed: Condiments (Mayo, ketchup, mustard, salt & pepper; Baked Beans; Applesauce;  Green Beans; Pasta Sauce; Cake/cookie mixes;  Spaghetti O's; Stuffing mix; Gravy; and Coffee. Drop off items at the store 37B, Main St. Ludlow. Hours are Monday-Saturday 10-4. Every little bit helps.

2. PROCTORSVILLE GHOST WALK: Proctorsville seems to favor a very diverse group of hauntings and spirits. One ghost is actually written into the deed of a home, another has a thing for pennies, children spirits have their favorite haunt, and the village boasts the most haunted inn in Vermont, the Golden Stage Inn.

The annual Cavendish Historical Society (CHS) Proctorsville Ghost Walk takes place on Nov. 9 (Sunday) at 2 pm. Meet at the Proctorsville War Memorial, which is at the intersection of route 131 and Depot Street. Wear comfortable walking shoes. This tour includes both a visit to the Proctor Cemetery and free copies of CHS’s Cemetery Guide.

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

3. WILD HOPE & PUFFING PATROL: The Cavendish Library and the Cavendish Community & Conservation Association are hosting two short films on migratory birds - Wild Hope: Building for Birds and Pufflin Patrol. See what some communities are doing to protect their local bird population, including the pufflins in Westman Islands, and how in only a few minutes, you could help yours! Attendees will receive either feather friendly tape or a window paint marker. This film screening event takes place at the Cavendish Library, 573 Main St. Proctorsville, on Friday November 7 at 6 pm. This  is a free event for all ages.

4. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS

• Respiratory Weekly Report: The health department’s Respiratory Illness Activity in Vermont reports Covid concentrations in Ludlow waste water remain elevated as of Oct. 29. As of Oct. 18, flu levels remain minimal in Vermont.

• A Revolutionary Halloween: The Cavendish Historical Society’s Annual Ghost Story is now on-line and features Cavendish’s First family in 1775.

• Vermont Emergency Board approves SNAP, LIHEAP contingency funding WCAX

• Vermont redistricting panel reviews proposal for 13 new school districts: A statewide panel tasked with drawing new school district maps got a first look at a proposal to consolidate the state’s 119 districts into just 13 ahead of a public hearing Tuesday night. In pursuit of more affordable taxes and better education opportunities, state lawmakers have been grappling with finding efficiencies in school systems. WCAX

5. EVENTS

OCTOBER 31 (FRIDAY): Happy Halloween

-       Cavendish Fire Dept. Trick or Treat 4

-       Proctorsville Fire Dept: Trick or Treat 4:30

-       Bambino University (next to Grafton Cheese on 103) Trick or Treat 5:30

-       Ludlow Health Center Trick or Treat 5 pm

-       Benson’s Chevrolet  (25 Pond St) Trunk or Treat 5-7 pm

-       Free Haunted House 5-9 pm at the Ludlow Community Center

NOVEMBER 7 (FRIDAY): The Cavendish Library and the Cavendish Community & Conservation Association are hosting two short films on migratory birds - Wild Hope: Building for Birds and Pufflin Patrol. Cavendish Library, 573 Main St. Proctorsville AT 6 pm. This  is a free event for all ages.

NOVEMBER 8 (SATURDAY): Free Natural Dye and Cyanotype Workshop 1-4 pm at Create Together at Fletcher Farm.

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

NOVEMBER 21 (FRIDAY): Turkey Bingo at CTES 6-8 pm

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Cavendish Update 10/24/25: SB Mtg/Parking/News/Events

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NEW FEATURE: As we head into respiratory illness season (flu, Covid, RSV) a summary from the state’s weekly Respiratory Illness Report will now appear under Cavendish Related News.

10/24/25

1.    Cavendish Select Board Meeting 10/20/25

2.    Cavendish Winter Parking Ordinance

3.    Volunteers Needed for Tree Planting

4.    Cavendish Related News

5.    Events Calendar

1. CAVENDISH SELECT BOARD MEETING 10/20/25: A video of Monday night’s Select Board (SB) meeting is available at the Okemo Valley TV website and the unapproved minutes are at the town website.

Approved

• Adoption of the Cavendish Capital plan

• The use of the Proctorsville Green for a winter fest on Dec. 13

• Date set for the second proposed subdivision regulation public hearing on December 8, 6 pm prior to the monthly SB meeting. Note: The subdivision regs adoption will be on the ballot for Town Meeting Day in March.

• Municipal Planning Grant Resolution with Bob Glidden as alternate authorizing official.

• Set a flood hazard permit fee of $150, which covers the town’s cost for hearings, mailings etc.

• Snowmobile trail map, which is the same as in years past.

• Purchase of Meeting Room Video/Audio Equipment. The cost will be $12,610 and will include a centralized computer, two cameras, microphones in multiple locations and an installed monitor on the wall. The cost doesn’t include the monitor, which is cheaper for the town to purchase separately.

Discussed

• Water Meters: Operators are slowly installing new water meters. However, municipal water user can request an installation.

• Fee schedules for proposed subdivision regulations: Rick Chambers, town manager, has received information on fees from area towns, which vary considerably. If the regs are passed at the March town meeting, the SB will need to decide on a fee schedule then.

• Request from Mack Molding to put in a crosswalk across Mill Street: While the SB is not opposed to the project, they aren’t approving funds for it.

• Cemetery Sexton Position: Current sexton, Bruce McEnaney plans to retire at the end of this year but he’s willing to help the person who replaces him. The board thanked him for his service. Bruce will continue to serve on the Planning Commission.

• Managers Report: Nov. 1-April 1 the town’s winter overnight parking ban goes into effect. The ordinance is available on line and signs will soon be posted around the Proctorsville Green. The Grants and Aid project on Chubb Hill has been completed and it turned out well. Special thanks to CTES and BRAT for clearing Greven Field of debris as part of RiverSweep. This is an annual collaborative project between the Cavendish Historical Society’s Young Historians Program (Preserve and Serve) and Black River Action Team. Several truckloads of trash, metals etc. were removed along with a great of invasive species.

2. WINTER PARKING ORDINANCE: As noted in Monday night’s SB Meeting, the Cavendish Winter Parking Ordinance goes into effect on Nov. 1 and ends April 1. Section 4 of the town’s parking ordinances states: “The operator of a motor vehicle is forbidden to park a vehicle on any of the streets or highways within the Town of Cavendish between the hours of 12 o’clock midnight and 6 a.m. of the following morning between November 1st and the following April 1st of each year. Offending vehicles will be towed away at the owner’s expense.

The Cavendish SB is currently working on a possible ordinance prohibiting overnight parking, in certain parts of town, year round.

3. TREE PLANTING @ FLETCHER FIELD: On Tuesday Oct. 28, from 10-3, volunteers are needed to help Black River Action Team (BRAT) plant about 30 trees on a floodplain.  Parking and planting is in the field next to the rugby pitch. Tools and training will be provided Bring your own water bottle and snacks. Please pre-register, get details, or ask questions by sending an email to blackrivercleanup@gmail.com

4. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS

• Respiratory Weekly Report: The health department’s Respiratory Illness Activity in Vermont reports Covid concentrations in Ludlow waste water are elevated as of Oct. 22. As of Oct. 11, flu levels remain minimal in Vermont

• Maple Tubing Recycling Now Available on Nov.8

• CTES Turkey Bingo: Cavendish Town Elementary School’s annual turkey bingo takes place on Nov. 21 6-8 pm at the school.

• Free Natural Dye and Cyanotype Workshop: Learn to use native and floodplain plants for natural fabric dyes, and sunlight to print patterns and words onto fabric. Contribute your new art into the community quilt map that showcases local stories about flood or take home if you prefer. This event takes place on Nov. 8 at Create Together at Fletcher Farm. RSVP to charis.fm.boke@dartmouth.edu or https://tinyurl.com/naturaldyefloods

• Vermont officials prepare state-funded stopgap as federal shutdown threatens food stamp funds VT Digger

5. EVENTS

OCTOBER 25 (SATURDAY): National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Closest locations Ludlow Police Dept and Ludlow Pharmacy.

OCTOBER 30 AND 31 (THURSDAY AND FRIDAY): Free Haunted House 5-9 pm at the Ludlow Community Center

OCTOBER 31 (FRIDAY): Happy Halloween

-       Ludlow Health Center Trick or Treat 5 pm

-       Benson’s Chevrolet  (25 Pond St) Trunk or Treat 5-7 pm

NOVEMBER 8 (SATURDAY): Free Natural Dye and Cyanotype Workshop 1-4 pm at Create Together at Fletcher Farm.

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

NOVEMBER 21 (FRIDAY): Turkey Bingo at CTES 6-8 pm

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Cavendish Update 10/17/25: Hearing/News/Events

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PLEASE NOTE: The MOG for Oct. 18 and Dia de los Muertos for Nov. 1 have been cancelled. 

Tonight is Gothic Victorian Tales at the Cavendish Library and Sunday is the free community art event at Create Space. See the Events section for more information.

10/17/25

1.    Notice of Public Hearing Before the Planning Commission

2.    Enchanted Apron Baking Courses

3.    Cavendish Related News

4.    Events Calendar

1. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION :A public hearing before the Planning Commission for the town of Cavendish will be held at the Cavendish Town Hall On November 5th 2025 at 6:00 PM.  to consider a conditional use application regarding the proposed improvements at 67 Mill St, Cavendish. A site visit to the property will be on November 5, 2025 at the above address at 4:00 PM. Appellant: Adam Sebastian Property Location:  67 Mill St Cavendish, VT

Reason For Hearing: Proposed improvements are within the Floodway Fringe as defined in the Cavendish Flood Hazard Regulations which require a Conditional Use Hearing with the Cavendish Planning Commission.

The above application  is available for inspection at the Cavendish  Municipal Offices.  Persons wishing to participate may do so in person, be represented by an agent or an attorney, by Zoom, or by writing to the Planning Commission.  Written communications about the application should be filed with the Cavendish Planning Commission PO Box 126 Cavendish VT 05412 either prior to, or during, the hearing.  Hybrid meeting information will be available on the agenda. 

2. ENCHANTED APRONS BAKING COURSES: If you enjoyed the many delicious treats from Wildflower Bakery and Maren Muter at the Friday Farmers Market in Proctorsville, now you have a chance to learn some of their tips and tricks. Super Roasted (73 Depot Street) is teaming up with chocolatier Maren Muter and Wildflower Bakery to offer a series of baking courses. The first one is Saturday Oct. 25 from 2-5 pm at SuperRoasted. Learn how to use the best ingredients to get the best baked goods possible!

Wildflour Bakery will be teaching the basics, with a first batch of exquisite baked goodies and you will have a chance to use a commercial bakery space to take your skills to the next level! The afternoon will also be coupled with some food and drink to accompany the class.  All ingredients, prep station and the first drink and snacks will be provided. Additional drinks will be available for purchase. For more information or to register, go to https://superroasted.com/collections/the-superroasted-and-wildflour-bakery-baking-series-at-togather Other classes offered will be on Nov. 8th and Dec. 6

3. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS

• That Chocolate Now Available locally: If you attended this past February's History of Chocolate Workshop with Maren Muter, now you purchase her chocolates at SuperRoasted in Proctorsville, 73 Depot Street, Woodstock Farmers’ Market or order on-line at marenmuter.com

• Tempest in a coffee cup? Area micro-roasters face harsh brew of tariffs, other price increases: Earlier price hike, bulk buying spares customers for now Chester Telegraph

• Fall trout stocking in Knapp Brook ponds VT Journal

• State Area Agencies on Aging expect spike in Medicare counseling need due to Advantage cancellations Chester Telegraph

• Food and fuel assistance at risk for low-income Vermonters as government shutdown wears on: More than 63,000 low-income Vermonters could see their federal food benefits disappear next month if the government shutdown lasts through October. VT Public

 • How Vermont lost track of millions in FEMA flood recovery funds: VT Digger

4. EVENTS

OCTOBER 17 (FRIDAY):  6 pm . Gothic Victorian Tales by Candlelight Gothic Victorian Tales by Candlelight at the Cavendish Library, 573 Main St. Proctorsville. Free and open to the public for ages 10 and up.

OCTOBER 19 (SUNDAY): Free and open to the community art event at Create Space, Fletcher Farm. To register Email: kathryn@createtogethervt.org Call/text:(802)228-8770 or go to https://www.hisawyer.com/create-together-at-fletcher-farm/schedules/activity-set/1645431

OCTOBER 20 (MONDAY): 6 pm Public Hearing on Proposed Capital Plan for Cavendish, which will be followed by the monthly select board meeting. Information on the town’s capital plan is available the town website. The October SB agenda will be posted when received.

OCTOBER 25 (SATURDAY): National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Closest locations Ludlow Police Dept and Ludlow Pharmacy.

OCTOBER 31 (FRIDAY): Happy Halloween

-       Ludlow Health Center Trick or Treat 5 pm

-       Benson’s Chevrolet  (25 Pond St) Trunk or Treat 5-7 pm

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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TEA BLENDING WORKSHOP: Saturday Oct. 11, 2 pm at ToGather (73 Depot St. Proctorsville) See Events section for more information. Sunday is the last day the Museum is open for the season 2-4 pm. 

FREE GO KITS: If you haven’t picked up your free “Go Kit,” we will be distributing them at Cider Days in Mt. Holly this weekend.  

CARE FOR CULVERT, DITCHES & DRAINS: Take advantage of the three day weekend and clear ditches, culverts and drains in and around your property. Use Be Storm Savvy to learn more.

While we're thrilled more and more community members are doing these checks,there is one thing everyone can do-PLEASE AVOID USING SINGLE USE PLASTICS, particularly plastic bags. These easily fly away and end up blocking culverts and drains. We've pulled out a lot of bags and plastic bottles in the last year and a half. PLEASE USE REUSABLE BAGS!

10/10/25

1.    Public Hearing: Proposed Capital Plan

2.    Gothic Victorian Tales by Candlelight

3.    Free Community Art Event

4.    Cavendish Related News

5.    Events Calendar

1. PUBLIC HEARING: PROPOSED CAPITAL PLAN 10/20/25: The Cavendish Selectboard will hold a public hearing regarding the Proposed Capital Plan on October 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM at the Cavendish Town Hall. Copies of the Capital Plan are available at the Town Office or on the Town Website. Zoom: Meeting ID: 813 1239 1910 Passcode: Cavendish

2. GOTHIC VICTORIAN TALES BY CANDLELIGHT: Performed by Rita Parisi, Gothic Victorian Tales brings to life the haunting and mysterious world of regional writer Sarah Orne Jewett, known for her richly drawn characters and quiet, unsettling atmosphere.

In this evocative performance, you'll encounter: A family haunted by a lingering curse; A mysterious stranger who unsettles a small town; An old woman who may—or may not—be immortal; Blending Gothic tension with New England locales, these tales explore the thin veil between the known and the unknowable, the natural and the supernatural. Perfect for fans of regional literature, atmospheric drama, and literary mystery. - 50 minute performance with atmospheric lighting and Q & A . Appropriate for ages 10 and up. This event is free and open to the public. This event takes place on Oct. 17 (Friday) at 6 pm at the Cavendish Fletcher Community Library, 573 Main St. Proctorsville.

3. FREE COMMUNITY ART EVENT: Sun, Oct 19 from 1-4pm Join us for our inaugural Creating in Community free art event! Kathryn Svec, artist and Executive Director of Create Together at Fletcher Farm, will host this community project for participants of all ages and abilities. Together, we will pay homage to Okemo while exploring our creativity. Drawing inspiration from the many moods and seasons of the mountain, each participant will make a portion of Okemo using materials such as glue, paint, recycled paper, fabric scraps, beads, old sewing patterns, and other found or recycled objects to make a mixed media panel or 3D collage. Anything goes with this project: literal or abstract, simple or fiddly. You choose your materials, techniques, colors, and style! The finished pieces will come together to make a full image of the mountain which will be displayed publicly after the event. This event is free and open to the public, but please register or contact Kathryn so we know how many people to expect! Register by clicking here or Email: kathryn@createtogethervt.org Call/text:(802)228-8770

4. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS

Leon “Woody” Woods: Former Cavendish Sexton, builder and dedicated VAST snowmobile enthusiast, it is with sadness that we note the passing of Leon “Woody Woods” on Sept. 28. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Cavendish Snow fleas snowmobile club.

5. 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 17 (FRIDAY):  6 pm . Gothic Victorian Tales by Candlelight Gothic Victorian Tales by Candlelight at the Cavendish Library, 573 Main St. Proctorsville. Free and open to the public for ages 10 and up.

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 19 (SUNDAY): Free and open to the community art event at Create Space, Fletcher Farm. Register by clicking here or Email: kathryn@createtogethervt.org Call/text:(802)228-8770

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.co

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