Would you like to increase your energy and better manage your health? If you or someone you live with has an ongoing health concern such as chronic pain, diabetes, or arthritis and would like to learn how to better manage this health concern, you can benefit from “Living Well.” Learn how to manage your symptoms […]
The transformation of our nation’s healthcare system requires LRGHealthcare’s ongoing adaptation to ensure the provision of safe and effective patient care while remaining fiscally responsible. To guide LRGHealthcare’s decision-making in this uncertain environment, the organization conducted a community health needs assessment in 2014, adopted an implementation plan in 2015, and recently concluded a comprehensive Strategic […]
For the past six years, Kearsarge Regional High School has honored those who gave the last full measure of devotion in service to their country during our Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony. In the past, the Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony has highlighted the Korean Conflict, the History of Memorial Day, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Prisoners […]
There are three more events in May before the Speaker Series closes out its spring season at the South Danbury Church. “Because of the five Fridays in May,” says Kathy Neustadt, one of the series’ founders, “we have three events planned for the month before we break for the summer, and we’re very excited about […]
In January, I had the opportunity to attend a showing of the documentary The Hungry Heart at the Red River Theater. The film is an intimate look at the world of prescription drug abuse through Vermont Pediatrician Fred Holmes’ experience with his patients. It was a very provocative film as well as overwhelmingly relevant in our […]
The Danbury Winter Farmers Market will hold the final market of the season on Saturday, May 2, from 9 AM to 1 PM. We are all thinking ahead to warmer days and gardening, but there is still a lot left at the market of the last growing season. Vendors have honey, root crops, meats, and canned products, all gathered and […]
Starting on Saturday, May 2, the Andover Community Association will be sponsoring a Tai Chi class for adults at the Andover Elementary/Middle School. The program is from 10 to 11 AM in the gym. The four-week session is on-going through June. Future plans include a summer program outside. Tai Chi has been studied by the Harvard School […]
Inhabit: A Permaculture Perspective explores the many environmental and agricultural issues facing us today and examines solutions that are being applied using the ecological design process called “permaculture.” Permaculture is a design lens that uses the principles found in ecosystems to help shift our impact from destructive to regenerative. Focused mostly on the Northeastern and […]
The Andover Community Association (ACA) continued its journey of becoming an active community resource in April by: Offering four courses or workshops on personal well-being and sustainable living Announcing a Travel Night on Wednesday, May 27, the first in a projected series to feature local residents showcasing photographs and impressions from recent journeys Developing a […]