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John discusses his memories of Mert Coleman, a well-known man who lived in Williamsville for many years. Even though John didn't meet him until Mert was in his eighties, they shared some wonderful experiences together.

John discusses his first years, from his early school days to his late teens. Born in 1926, he spent much of his childhood in the Great Depression and became eligible for the draft in the middle of World War II. These were also the years in which he…

Jon Julian talks about his arrival in Williamsville in the late 1960s and the dynamics of the "new comers" integrating with the long time residents of the town. He speaks of his role in community efforts to create the vibrant spaces of the Cause…

Larry shared stories of the Windham County Jail, where he lived with his family when his father was the County Sheriff. He went on to work as a Vermont State Trooper, and finally as the Clerk of the Windham County Courthouse for 31 years.

Lee Anne Parker discusses her experience managing the Crowell Art Gallery in the Moore Free Library, in Newfane, VT. Lee Anne talks about her day-to-day responsibilities, how the community appreciates the gallery, how local artists enjoy showing in…

Lillian Slover talks about moving to Newfane, VT in the 1960s from New Jersey. She mentions the Mantel family, hunting, and yoga.

Louise Sirois was the Library Director at the Moore Free Library in Newfane, VT from 2013 to 2018. She talks about her time at the library, some favorite books, technology improvements she ushered in, and how much she enjoyed the Newfane community.

Margot Zalkind Mayor discusses her career in publishing, publicity, and rowing. She discusses how the COVID pandemic has changed publishing and author events. She talks about hno She mentions her experience during Hurricane Irene and a memorable…

Marion talks about spending time in Vermont as a child, the differences between Southern and Northern, VT, attending Goddard College, Hurricane Irene, the COVID-19 Pandemic, serving on the selectboard of Newfane, and how important it is to visit with…

Mary shared her memories of moving from "Wadsboro" to Newfane as a young girl, living in the house next to Tibbetts Mill and then to the house on the Common (currently Winnie Dolan's). Mary recalled her school days, sledding, tobogganing, and skiing…