Central Valley Jack-O-Lantern Contest!

State orders universal quarantine for travelers - VTDigger

2 weeks ago

With the dramatic rise in cases across the country, Vermont’s new guidance is quarantine for anyone coming to or returning to Vermont. vtdigger.org/2020/11/10/state-orders-universal-quarantine-for-travelers/?utm_source=VTDigger+Subs... ... See MoreSee Less

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Officials announced the new measure amid a surge in Covid cases and multiple outbreaks spreading across the state.

You’re not doomed to Zoom: How to have a safer Thanksgiving during the pandemic - The Boston Globe

2 weeks ago

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With forethought and planning, you can take steps to reduce the risk of COVID-19 at a holiday gathering.

3 weeks ago

Sign up by Nov 13 for the next Everone Rats meal distribution.Everyone Eats is having another community meal distribution in November -- with holiday themed meals!

Everyone Eats offers restaurant-prepared meals - with ingredients drawn from local farms - to those who could use a bit of extra support through the Covid pandemic. Capstone Community Action and Shift Meals of Skinny Pancake are powering this program in Central Vermont and have organized several community meal distribution days!

Interested in supporting our local restaurant industry?

Vermonters qualify if the Covid pandemic has made food access more difficult for you. If a healthy, prepared meal would ease financial stress for your family, please join the program!

Order your meals, and select your pick up location here:
BIT.LY/EVERYONEEATS_CENTRALVERMONT

November in Rochester
Wednesday 11/18
4-6pm
@Rochester Elementary School

*** REGISTER BY 11/13 TO SECURE YOUR MEAL ORDER ***

HOW IT WORKS
Organizations work with Everyone Eats to request meals and those meals are delivered from a local restaurant for you to pick up. Restaurants are paid to prepare nutritionally balanced meals for those impacted by COVID-19 by using 10% of products made by Vermont farmers and producers. Vermont Everyone Eats is funded by the federal Coronavirus Relief Fund and made possible through a grant provided by the Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development to Southeastern Vermont Community Action.

Questions? Contact Casey Engels at caseyengels@gmail.com ... See MoreSee Less

Rochester Community Bulletin Board updated their phone number.

3 weeks ago

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4 weeks ago

There were some pretty awesome trick-or-treaters out in the park today. Thanks to everyone for such a good time!
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4 weeks ago

Happy Halloween everyone! Come out and drive the route today to see all the spooky displays and then do a little safe trick or treating on the town greens. 🎃👻 ... See MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago

Check out these pumpkins on the park last night! See other towns pictures and vote for your favorite town display at www.rochestervermont.org ... See MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago

From HealthVermont.gov: Have you had the “COVID Talk”?

As life continues in the shadow of the pandemic, we are learning there is a lot to discuss about how to feel comfortable and stay safe before seeing friends and family. Here are four tips to help have the “COVID Talk” – a conversation to negotiate boundaries and establish expectations ahead of time.

Ask questions. Before you get together, start with an open and honest conversation about what everyone has been doing to stay healthy and how they have been socializing. Consider everyone’s worries, boundaries and possible COVID-19 exposure risk so you can all get on the same page.

Focus on what you need. Using “I” instead of “you” statements helps avoid people feeling defensive or judged. In fact, blaming and shaming may actually increase push back and the likelihood of risk-taking behaviors. We recommend sharing what you’re comfortable with, based on your own perspective instead of making demands of others.

Share why it is important to you. Share what level of risk works for you and why. It might be different for others. Some people feel comfortable taking on a moderate amount of risk in their lives. Others may not feel comfortable taking on any risk. Focusing on your own reasons for staying safe can help people to better understand and get on board.

Set boundaries and stick to them. We are all for keeping it friendly, open and non-judgmental – but that doesn’t mean you have to skimp on your safety! It’s OK to be clear and straightforward about what you need to feel safe and comfortable. It’s also okay to decline invitations or leave situations that feel too risky. You should never have to feel bad or apologize for prioritizing your safety. Lead by example by sticking to what works for you and avoiding judgment.

Learn more and find some examples of the “COVID Talk” on our website: www.healthvermont.gov/response/coronavirus-covid-19/preventing-covid-19 ... See MoreSee Less

Preventing COVID-19

www.healthvermont.gov

COVID-19 is highly contagious. There are things we can all do to protect ourselves and the people around us from getting or spreading COVID-19. Find out how to reduce your risk!