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May 4, 2026

Resource Newsletter 5/4/26

On 4/30/26 there are 36 households who are at risk of becoming homeless and 67 households are literally homeless in Lamoille County. In total, there are 138 adults and 51 children who are at risk of or are currently experiencing literal homelessness in Lamoille County.

 

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Rabies vaccine bait drop beginning May 2: Over the next month, baited vaccine designed to attract raccoons and skunks will be distributed across 10 counties by airplane in rural areas, helicopter in suburban areas, and by hand in residential areas. 

  • Rabies activity has risen sharply with 66 rabid animals reported in both 2024 and 2025 – more than double the previous annual average number of cases; so far this year, 16 rabies cases have been reported

  • A full list of towns where bait will be distributed at Rabies Vaccine Bait Drop Fact Sheet

  • There will be an additional bait drop in August

  • How to protect yourself and your pets:

    • Call the Vermont Rabies Hotline (1-800-4-RABIES) if you see a sick or strangely behaving animal, or wake up to a bat in your sleeping area.

    • Do not touch or handle wild or stray animals, including young mammals. Learn more about what to do when you encounter a stray animal from the Department of Fish and Wildlife.

    • If you are bitten by an animal, wash the wound well with soap and water and contact your health care provider.

    • Make sure pets are up to date on vaccination.

    • Keep pets indoors at night and supervise them when outside.

    • During the rabies bait drop, leave vaccine baits where they are and call the Rabies Hotline if a pet or child brings one home.
       

Community

Jim Marvin Awards for “Excellence in Project Design” and “Excellence in Community Service” - Nominations needed!

  • Criteria and the nomination forms available here

  • Deadline is 4pm, 5/8


Macrame Basics - Learn essential knots and techniques while creating a collection of stylish, functional macramé keychains—perfect for everyday use or thoughtful gifting.

  • 5/12,  5:30-7:30pm

  • River Arts in Morrisville

  • Ages 16+

  • $30
     

Bright, Bold, and Joy‑Filled Acrylic Painting | Mindfulness‑Centered Art with Jen Volansky

Using Britto‑inspired shapes and patterns as a simple starting point, we will explore bold lines, bright hues, and playful marks in a way that feels fun.

  • 5/14, 5:30-7:30pm

  • River Arts in Morrisville

  • Ages 16+

  • $30

 

Employment Resources

Office Manager/Family Outreach Facilitator with the Lamoille Family Center: ensure the efficient operation of LFC’s front office, while managing administrative functions, and overseeing the Family Emergency Outreach program.

  • Full-time

  • Generous amount of vacation time, sick time, and single person health insurance benefits  included 

  • Salary starts at $42,750; potential to be higher based on experience and education level

  • Minimum requirements: ability to work independently and collaboratively, ability to multi-task, strong proficiency with Microsoft 365, strong communication skills, ability to provide support and information in a non-judgmental manner to people who come into the office for assistance, sensitivity to the issues and challenges facing families in our community 

  • Apply: send cover letter and resume to: dburnell@lamoillefamilycenter.org or Dean Burnell, Lamoille Family Center, 480 Cady’s Falls Road Morrisville, VT 05661
     

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to foster community assets to advance the common good of Lamoille County.


 

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