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Claudia Harris | Mary Mitchell Miller Real Estate | (802)824-3176 | Email | Website
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Welcome
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Dear ,
Please accept my apologies for the delayed newsletter this month. I took a little time off last week and spent a glorious three days in Washington, DC. I lived and worked in our nation's Capitol for 10 years in the 1990's and it will always have a piece of my heart. If you haven't been (or haven't been lately), I highly suggest a visit. The city is cleaner, greener and more accessible than ever and the museums and monuments are both bountiful and beautiful. It had been a few years since my last visit and we hadn't seen a few of the "newer" monuments, so one of the highlights of our trip was to circle the Tidal Basin and visit the FDR and JFK Memorials. On a more local note, I can report that the end of winter is nigh and mud season is on schedule to be about one month early. In fact, things are drying out already . . . but, late March is known for big snow storms (you know the expression, "in like a lamb and out like a lion?"), so keep your eye on the weather report before venturing out. In other news, you may see a slight change to the format of this newsletter. I have migrated to a mobile-friendly format and am still working out a few minor kinks. If you see any problems or have suggestions, by all means please call me! With best wishes for a fantastic late-March and early-April, - Claudia Harris
 Broker/Owner Mary Mitchell Miller Real Estate
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From the FDR Memorial, Washington, DC ~ March 2016
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Vermont Dog Licenses Due April 1st
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Dog licenses in most Vermont towns are due April 1st. The cost for a neutered/spayed animal is $9 and $13 for an unneutered/unspayed animal. There will be additional fees for late registrations. Contact your town clerk for more information:
- Andover (802)875-2765
- Landgrove (802)824-3716
- Londonderry (802)824-3356
- Peru (802)824-3065
- Weston (802)824-6645
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Town Meeting Day Wrap-Up
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Towns throughout Vermont held their annual Town Meetings on the first Tuesday of March. Please see the following links for information on actions taken and local election results.
Weston
Londonderry
The minutes of Londonderry's 2016 meeting are not yet available, however the Chester Telegraph had a nice summary in their March 2nd edition at Chester Telegraph.
Landgrove
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Green Mountain Gourmet - Maple Panna Cotta
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Maple Panna Cotta
(serves 6)
1 cup pure Vermont maple syrup
3 cups half-and-half or light cream
2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
½ teaspoon pure vanilla
¼ teaspoon salt
Optional toppings: fresh berries (raspberries are a favorite), whipped cream, small slivers of candied ginger or just about anything you're in the mood for and can add a "brightness" to the sweet maple)
- Using a medium sauce pan (2 quarts), bring maple syrup to a boil and then reduce heat and simmer for about five minutes.
- Being careful that the syrup is not boiling, slowly whisk in the half-and-half/light cream. Whisk gently for a few seconds until completely mixed.
- Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature and then add the gelatin, gently sprinkling it over the syrup and cream mixture. Do NOT stir. Let the mixture stand for several minutes until it looks like the gelatin is dissolved and soft.
- Warm gently over very low heat, whisking gently until the gelatin is dissolved.
- Add vanilla and salt and whisk gently.
- Divide mixture among six 6-ounce ramekins or small bowls. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours or until set. This can sit for several hours and up to two days before serving.
- Serve with toppings as desired!
(Note: this recipe can easily be doubled, halved, etc.)
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Featured Property for Sale
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Vermont Country Cape
333 Chaves Road, Londonderry
$275,000
(furnished)
Built in 2005, this contemporary country Cape is the perfect vacation retreat for friends and family! Family can gather in the large kitchen or spread out in the bright, comfortable living room. There are three bedrooms plus a loft space for additional guests, two and a half bathrooms, mudroom entry with laundry, full unfinished basement. Amenities include a convenient gas fireplace, covered front porch, and a patio with fire pit. Located on a quiet country lane with easy access to skiing, golf, state parks, restaurants, shopping and more. Offered with most furnishings (less a few personal items)!
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| Bright, open kitchen and dining areas.
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| | Three large bedrooms PLUS a sleeping loft. |
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Featured Area Properties Listed for Sale
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NEW LISTING
New Weston Home
118 Slawson Road Weston, VT
$329,000
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NEW LISTING
7.2 Acres with Bromley Views
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NEW LISTING
43 Acres in Andover
Weston- Andover Road
Andover, VT
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JUST REDUCED
Adjacent to Nat'l Forest
38 Breznick Road
Peru, VT
$119,500
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4 BR Expanded Cape
57 Obed Moore Road
Weston, VT
$250,000
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JUST REDUCED
Vermont Timberframe with Views
232 Pierce Ridge Road
Londonderry, VT $325,000Link
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Classic Vermont Vacation Home
96 Eves Drive
Londonderry, VT
$335,000
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Large Ski House Just Minutes To Skiing
302 Route 11
Peru, VT
$175,000
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Meticulous 2BR Chester Ranch
2092 VT Route 11
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Long-Range Views
with Clearing
Andover Ridge Road
Andover, VT
$69,000
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Weston Heights Fully Permitted 3.6+/- Acres
Highland View Road
Weston, VT
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5 Acres in Weston
Just Outside Village
Moses Pond Road
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JUST REDUCED
Spacious Village Home
with Views
67 Chester Mtn Rd
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Vermont Vernacular on 37 + Acres
908 Under the Mtn Rd
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Weston Village Charm (with Retail Option)
686 Main Street
Weston, VT
$270,000
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3BR + Loft on Quiet Country Lane
333 Chaves Road
Londonderry, VT
$275,000
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Weston Contemporary on 6+ Acres
335 Route 100
Weston, VT
$275,000
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99 Acres Surrounded by Nat'l Forest
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Pretty Landgrove Cape
92 Nichols Road
Landgrove, VT
$367,000
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Quiet and Private
8.5 Acres
$95,000
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10+ Acres in Andover
Views with Clearing
Spruce Drive
Andover, VT
$79,000
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Beautiful Mountain Views in Weston
19 Obed Moore Road
Weston, VT
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JUST REDUCED
Family Gathering Spot
1404 Andover Ridge Rd
Andover, VT
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Ready to Downsize?
3542 Weston Andover Road
Andover, VT
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Upcoming Local Events
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(Note: If you know of a community event that you would like included in this calendar, please submit the information to Claudia Harris (click link here) no later than the 10th of the preceding month.)
Tuesday, March 22
Shackleton Miniseries Screening - Kenneth Branagh stars as Sir Ernest Shackleton in this epic two-part drama about the legendary British explorer, which recounts the story of his remarkable 1914 expedition to the South Pole. Note: total running time is 200 minutes. Hosted by Fletcher Memorial Library and the Book Nook at the Library at 88 Main Street in Ludlow. 12 noon. http://www.vermonthumanities.org/event/shackleton-miniseries-screening/
Saturday, March 26**
Marchdi Gras (Stratton Meets New Orleans) - Marchdi Gras at Stratton is a southern-style block party in the Village! Enjoy live music, the ice bar, food and drink vendors. The kids will enjoy free Face Painting, Caricaturist, a Balloon Artist and the Nimble Arts Roaming Circus. Dance through the Village to the sounds of New Orleans jazz & swing from the High & Mighty Brass Band and Groove 'n Dukes. Retailers also join in the fun with discounts and sales throughout the village. All the fun in the village happens from 3-6pm.
Saturday, April 2
Through the Eyes of the Wolf at Grafton Ponds Nature Center - Find out how wolves, dogs, and humans are different-or alike- at "The Eyes of a Wolf," a science program for youth and adults, presented on Saturday, April 2, by The Nature Museum at Grafton. With wolf expert and advocate Adam Katrick of Wolfgard, NE, learn about canine behavior, then embark on a wolf walk outdoors. It will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Grafton Ponds in Grafton, Vermont. First, Adam will present an hour-long program called "Wolf, Dog, Human: What's the Difference?." Then, the group will embark on "Walk Like a Wolf: Explore the Woods Through the Eyes of a Predator," outdoors on the trails of Grafton Ponds. The program will be held rain or shine. The cost is $15 until March 23; $20 after March 23. Register at www.naturemuseum.org/upcomingevents
Saturday, April 2**
Okemo Slush Cup (Provided there is Snow) - Costume-clad Slush Cup competitors schuss toward an 80-foot-long slushy pond and try to make it across without falling in. It's a chilly spring dip for those who don't make it. Open to the first 125 participants. 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. http://www.okemo.com/activities/calendar/slush-cup-splash-for-cash/
April 2 - 3
2016 Maple Open House Weekend - Visit Vermont sugarhouses and restaurants across the state and watch as maple syrup is being made. Join the tradition and be a part of all the fun! For a full listing of sugarhouses, please visit http://vermontmaple.org/2015-maple-open-house-weekend/. Each sugarhouse is different, with a unique experience to offer guests. Some hold pancake breakfasts while others offer wagon or sleigh rides. At some sugarhouses you can ski or snowshoe through the woods and others offer a chance to taste authentic Sugar-on-Snow. Plan your tour of sugarhouses today! A map of the sugarhouses participating the Open House can be found here (click here) . More information at http://vermontmaple.org/.
Wednesday, April 6
The People's Pope - Pope Francis's emphasis on the poor and marginalized has energized social justice in the Catholic Church. Author Martin Weinstein, professor emeritus at William Paterson University, examines the foundations of the Pope's philosophy, the history of the church in Latin America, and the rise of liberation theology. First Congregational Church of Manchester at 7 PM. http://mclvt.org/1st-wednesday-has-been-cancelled-tonight/
Saturday, April 9**
Spring Fling and Pond Skim at Stratton Mountain Resort(Provided there is Snow) - Goggle tans and t-shirts are accessories of choice as we enjoy spring's soft snow, longer days and sunshine with a weekend of celebration and the Annual Pond Skim! Register: April 11 from 9-11am in the West Wing of the Base Lodge - $20 Fee (includes t-shirt - lift ticket not included) Information at:
** for ski-related events, be sure to check the website or call the mountain to make sure they are still open and the event is on schedule.
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MLS Access ~ Available to All
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Mary Mitchell Miller is a proud member of the New England Real Estate Network's Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and our website features FULL access to ALL property listings for sale in the State of Vermont.
Mary Mitchell Miller Real Estate has been working with buyers and sellers of southern Vermont real estate in the tri-mountain area between Okemo, Bromley and Stratton ski areas for more than 40 years. We are a full-service real estate brokerage firm specializing in the sale of fine homes and properties in Weston, Londonderry, Peru, Landgrove, Dorset, Manchester, Andover, Chester, Ludlow (Okemo Mountain), Mount Holly, Stratton, Winhall and Windham. Fully licensed in Vermont.
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