Randolph VT Upcoming Community Events

Fall is coming. This is the time of year Sunrise Rotary gathers non perishable food items, and winter coats or other winter clothing to be distributed at the Randolph Area Food Shelf. Monetary donations are also welcomed. Please stop by and drop your donations off at the Shaws Plaza in front of Aiken Electric, on October 17, 9:00- 2:00. Everything you give will go directly to the food shelf. A BIG THANK YOU!

Finial call for food, cash and coats to keep our neighbors fed and warm this winter. Please come support this important event. Last year alone we distributed 200 coat to children and adults in our community. All donations of food, cash and clothing will go directly to The Randolph Area Food Shelf . See you This Saturday October 17 from 9:00 - 2:00 Thank you for your support!

We continue to accept donations of gently used books for re-sale, to benefit and support some of the Library's special programs. The curated books are available for purchase at the specifically designated bookcase at Kimball Library, as well as at the Wee Bird Bagel Café on Pleasant Street. Please follow us on our Facebook page for special events, including occasional pop-up book sales. To donate books: A Friend is in the Young Adult section of the Library (downstairs, side door) on the first and third Saturday of each month from 10am to noon to accept book donations. Please see https://kimballlibrary.org/friends-of-the-library for guidelines for donations. There are still opportunities to donate books at the Wee Bird Bagel Café on Monday afternoons, 2:30 – 3:15.

Have an old costume you're willing to donate to someone else? In need of a new costume, or inspiration to get you started? Drop in to swap at Kimball Library on Saturday, October 17th from 10:00am - 1:00pm and enjoy some spooky snacks. We will accept costume donations from Tuesday, October 13th through Saturday, October 17th. Open to all ages.

Do you remember the concept of the Common Good? Many of us grew up with this idea, that the Common Good is what is shared and beneficial for all or most members of a community. Sometimes, it is meant to describe what is achieved by citizenship and active participation in society. The Rotary Club is a great example of people coming together for the Common Good. It was a guiding principle, often cited, in American politics for well over a century. It was used to justify policies that strove to favor the largest number of people—directly. In today's politics, the Common Good has often been replaced by practices and doctrines that promote the good of the individual or their family, alone, based on the idea that saving as much money as possible is the highest good that society can achieve: that money is the core value. I disagree. We come together in towns and states for our mutual benefit. Humans have been doing that for thousands of years. And I have observed that together we do more for everyone than we can acting individually. As someone said, when everyone does better, everyone does better! Not just roads but education, sidewalks, services for those who need them, and so on. Amanda Janoo, an economist, says that we can have an economy that's people-centered, rather than just business-centered. The idea is to help people achieve their own independence and dignity—that's what people want, much more than some handout. If you have a curiosity to hear a viable candidate for governor in person, an economist who specializes in the people-centered economy, come to the Mari Castle on South Main Street in Randolph Village, opposite Gifford Hospital, on October 17th from 2–4. How could a people-centered economy even work? You would get the opportunity to ask this crucial question.

Come out for some family fun on Sunday Oct. 18th in West Brookfield Village. The race is an 8ish mile run around the loop of Eagle Peak rd and Steele Hill rd that started in 1981. This year will be the 45th year since its inauguration. Nowadays riders are encouraged to join along too! Each year we switch the loop from clockwise to counterclockwise. This year is counterclockwise which means we get to start by climbing Eagle Peak first and enjoy the long runout descent of Steel Hill to the finish line! Everyone is encouraged to do the loop at their own pace. We have prizes for several categories including first runner to finish, first rider to finish, first kid to finish, and best costume which will be voted on. Prized will be supplied by The Gear House and Abracadabra Coffee. A Potluck picnic is to follow, bring something to share if you would like but this is not required. A $5-$15 cash donation is suggested for event entry. 100% of these proceeds go to the general maintenance of our beautiful historic meeting house. Parking at 11 Cram Hill Rd. Brookfield, VT on the lawn to the left of the meeting house. We hope to see you there!

Families considering school options for grades 7–12 are invited to The Sharon Academy's Fall Information Session on Sunday, October 18. Come meet members of our community, learn about academics and student life, and get a feel for TSA's small, relationship-centered approach to education. We'll share more about our community of belonging, student voice, tech-intentional approach, and flexible and individualized learning. Sunday, October 18 at 11:00 AM The Sharon Academy High School Campus Students are encouraged to attend. Register or learn more: https://sharonacademy.org/fall-information-session

Intro to 35mm Analog Workshop Learn the art, craft, and magic of analog photography In this 5-week class, you'll learn the fundamentals of analog black and white photography. Starting with how to use a manual film camera, you'll be shooting film by the first class. But taking the shot is just the first step. We'll explore hand developing the negatives in liquid chemistry, and see your photos come to life as darkroom prints! Film, paper, and chemistry are included. No prior experience required. Bring a camera or borrow one of WRCC's. A limited number of cameras are available for borrow with a $50 deposit. This workshop meets consecutive Tuesdays: October 6, 13, 20, 27 & November 3, 6-8 pm. Teaching Artist: Albo Greene @albo.film www.albofilm.com For more information and to register visit www.whiterivercraftcenter.org, or call WRCC at 802-728-8912.

It's time to button up for winter. If you're ready to make your home more comfortable AND save money, join Efficiency Vermont for Weatherization Wednesdays in October! We're hosting free LIVE webinars on topics for your home on Wednesdays from 12:00pm-1:00pm. Here's the lineup: October 7: Home Weatherization Made Simple October 14: How to Get the Most out of Your Heat Pump October 21: Small Fixes, Big Impact Register here: https://www.buttonupvermont.org/events Even if you can't attend, if you register, we'll email you the recording. In support of Button Up Vermont, organizations around the state are also hosting in-person events. Visit www.buttonupvermont.org for a full list of events, rebate information, and how to get started on buttoning up your home for winter. See you there!

Caregivers and their care receivers are invited to create and connect with other care partners next Wednesday October 21, 3 - 4:30 p.m. at the White River Craft Center in Randolph. Reserve your space by TOMORROW October 16 by calling 802-479-0531 or emailing us at caregiversupport@cvcoa.org. This free event is co-sponsored by Gifford Medical Center and CVCOA.

Hollywood, VT started here in Randolph at the Playhouse. This fall, the series is heading south to Brattleboro — with a few Randolph connections coming along for the ride. On Friday, October 23 at 7 PM, the historic Latchis Theatre hosts a one-night-only, largely unrehearsed and unrecorded live screenplay reading of Alfred Hitchcock's Vermont-shot The Trouble with Harry. Randolph is part of the story: Myra Flynn — singer-songwriter, journalist — will read the role of Jennifer Rogers originated by Shirley Maclaine in her film debut; collage artist Hettie Stearns is creating a commemorative poster; and art-ivist Rachi Farrow is creating a wonderfully strange Harry-inspired piece for the event. The cast also includes Tom Bodett (Wait Wait… Don't Tell Me! ), Jeanine B. Frost (Vermont writer/director/actor), Chris Dorman (Mr. Chris and Friends), Willy Appelman (NBC's Bring the Funny, Weston Theater Company's Our Town), Candice Taylor-Diallo (multidisciplinary artist, physician and founder of Creative Chromatics), and Howard Weiss-Tisman (Vermont Public's Southern Vermont reporter). And yes, you can make the journey part of the event: take Amtrak's Vermonter south from Randolph, spend the afternoon in downtown Brattleboro, have dinner, then head to the Latchis. The idea is a wink to "Flagging the Train to Tuscaloosa," the song heard in The Trouble with Harry. *** The Latchis Hotel is also offering a discount for event ticket holders coming from out of town. Promo code: 1938 for 10% off your stay. Then on Sunday, November 8 at 2 PM, the film returns to the Latchis screen, followed by a community conversation moderated by Vermont filmmaker Bess O'Brien (Every Day Big and Small @ the Playhouse on Oct 7!!!), with Jeanine B. Frost and Hitchcock scholar Steven DeRosa. From Randolph to Brattleboro: follow the trouble. Event details + tickets: https://latchis.com/feature/ Amtrak Vermonter: https://www.amtrak.com/vermonter

Moonlight stroll at Back 40 later this month. Join Us! The Randolph Conservation Commission invites you to join our (hopefully) full moon stroll at the Back 40 Trail on Sunday October 25th. We will meet at Langevin House… at the end of Furnace Road behind the college, way down by the Veterans Cemetery. We are seeking new commission members and hope to drum up some interest by hosting a few drop-in events this fall and through the winter. There will bit of socializing at 6:30 with the walk starting at 7:00. This is a fairly easy hike that should be appropriate for anyone who is comfortable waking 2 miles in the woods… hills and other features are pretty tame at this trail. We are the folks who volunteer to look after Randolph's town forests. Come join us for a friendly hike, learn about what we do, and enjoy some fresh air. Hopefully the sky will be clear as it's a full moon night, but bring a headlamp or flashlight if you have one. Contact me at s.cassin@yahoo.com with any questions or to let us know you'll be joining. Hope to see you there!

Weekly line dancing (beginner friendly) taught at Chandler Music Hall, Esther Mesh Room, on Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8:00 pm, beginning September 22. Music includes a mix of country, bluegrass, pop, rock, etc. Admission by donation. Drop-in classes; pre-registration is not required. Instructor: Sid McLam. For more info., phone 802-728-5722 or email jamnsam524@gmail.com .

Posting for DHS: The Duxbury Historical Society is presenting the classic vampire film "Nosferatu" on October 28th at 6 pm at the DHS Meeting House across from Harwood Union. We would love to have our fellow-historical society friends from Randolph Historical Society join us. Duxbury resident and filmmaker, Scott Tuft, is showing the film to raise funds for the DHS. Henrik Galeen, the screenwriter of "Nosferatu" and other monster films, was born in Austria but is buried in Randolph, Vermont (note: or maybe Gaysville). It's a real mystery why he ended up in Vermont. Do folks have info on Mr. Galeen? It would be amazing if you did. Admission is by donation. All proceeds will benefit the Duxbury Historical Society. RSVP to me at willie@moosemeadowlodge.com. Details are available on the DHS Facebook Event Page. Thank you! https://www.facebook.com/events/1424764123119558/

Little Red Wagon Childcare Center is excited to announce our very first Trunk or Treat Event! This event will take place on Thursday October 29th from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. We invite our community families to join us in this family friendly activity.

Intro to 35mm Analog Workshop Learn the art, craft, and magic of analog photography In this 5-week class, you'll learn the fundamentals of analog black and white photography. Starting with how to use a manual film camera, you'll be shooting film by the first class. But taking the shot is just the first step. We'll explore hand developing the negatives in liquid chemistry, and see your photos come to life as darkroom prints! Film, paper, and chemistry are included. No prior experience required. Bring a camera or borrow one of WRCC's. A limited number of cameras are available for borrow with a $50 deposit. This workshop meets consecutive Tuesdays: October 6, 13, 20, 27 & November 3, 6-8 pm. Teaching Artist: Albo Greene @albo.film www.albofilm.com For more information and to register visit www.whiterivercraftcenter.org, or call WRCC at 802-728-8912.

Join us every first and third Thursday of the month from 6-9PM for open mic night! Come share your talents if you play instruments or sing or just come out and watch some top notch local talent while enjoying food and bevs from the Forge.

Weekly line dancing (beginner friendly) taught at Chandler Music Hall, Esther Mesh Room, on Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8:00 pm, beginning September 22. Music includes a mix of country, bluegrass, pop, rock, etc. Admission by donation. Drop-in classes; pre-registration is not required. Instructor: Sid McLam. For more info., phone 802-728-5722 or email jamnsam524@gmail.com .