Williston Observer

GYMNASTS IN STATE TITLE QUEST

Once again Saturday, the Champlain Valley Union High gymnastics team will go for the state championship at Essex High (2 p.m.) and once again the multi-year defending champion Hornets will be a major obstacle in the way of a Redhawk rise from their usual runner-up slot.

And this year, CVU will be without its number one performer, freshman Emma Lieberman, who fractured a bone in one of her hands last week.

“Emma was the top scorer for our team,” said CVU coach Bob Abbott Tuesday.

“She could have been in the top three for the all-around title.” [Read more...]

“Oscars in a Bottle”
Gone to the Dogs
By Michael S. Goldberger
Special to the Observer

Dear readers, this attempt to apprise you of my picks for the 87th Academy Awards, to be broadcast Sunday night, Feb. 22, is a longshot, literally and figuratively. I can only hope my missive, sent telepathically from my current place or dimension—I’m really not sure which—reaches the news outlet you are now reading. I guess the great fault lies with my excessive viewing of science fiction films. [Read more...]

Registration is now being accepted for all programs in this Spring/Summer Program Guide. Registrations are accepted by mail or in person at the Recreation Office. Registration forms are available at the Recreation Office or on our website at

www.town.williston.vt.us. See Registration Policy and Procedures for registration, cancellations, refunds and other important information. Locations are not listed as they have not yet been confirmed. They will be on your receipt. [Read more...]

By Bette Bussel 

American Camp Association,  New England

Unplugged from the constant buzz of technology, children at camp find themselves making genuine connections with other children, rediscovering the fun in physical fitness, learning their own strengths and finding their own voices. Today, children frequently spend as much solitary time plugged into various forms of technology as they spend in school. Summer camps offer a refreshing and unique break from that routine, fostering the development of social skills.  [Read more...]

By Ginger Isham

Sometimes you can surprise the family with a sandwich that makes them think they are eating out at a restaurant.

Best Ever Grilled Cheese

2 tablespoons mayo

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

4 slices sourdough bread

2 slices Swiss Cheese

2 slices cheddar cheese

2 slices sweet onion [Read more...]