Category Archives: Social Media
Real-life Grinch steals lighted Christmas tree in Waterbury
“We had a small, artificial tree that we put in our front yard each year as part of our Christmas lighting. Someone (had to be a Grinch) stole it and the 300 lights and nearly ruined the extension cord hitched to it. I hope it was someone who couldn’t afford it and just wanted some trim for their kids to enjoy. My fear is that the fact may be way different. Anyway, it is gone and I just wanted people to know that their outdoor trim may not be all that secure. We are ready for unforeseen possibilities.”
• Gloria, Waterbury Front Porch Forum
Saved from ice pirouette in Bristol
“I would like to thank the very nice man who saved me from a fall on the ice outside the Lawrence Memorial Library yesterday (Monday). I was doing a nice pirouette on invisible ice which would have ended in a nasty fall, and this person caught my hand and saved me from disaster. I hope that he is subscribed to Front Porch Forum!”
• Louise, Bristol FPF
Squeaky wheel… Clearing junk from Winooski lots
“Hey neighbors! I live in the flats down by River Street and there is enough furniture cast outside to furnish a two-bedroom apartment! Mallett’s Bay corner has like 3 couches… drive a little way past Chick’s on River and you’ve got the abandoned lot with mattresses and tires. Then a little further down is a television that’s been there for weeks. Anyone have any idea why our code enforcement allows our city to look like this? Let’s have a little more pride of place! It’s really quite embarrassing when hosting visitors. Anyone want to organize a clean up? I don’t have a truck, but I just got a tetanus shot so I’m up for it! Maybe the city will reimburse our dump payment? Please contact me and let’s get this crap out of our streets!”
• Allyson, Winooski FPF
“The squeaky wheel gets the grease and I’m happy to report the mattresses and tires have been removed from the lot on River Street! I’m not sure who is responsible for the clean-up but I’d wager my calls, e-mails and Front Porch Forum discussion was a help to expedite the process! I’m so glad to live in a community where action is taken once the problem is addressed. Let’s stay engaged and keep our streets clean! Thank you to everyone who reached out in solidarity on this issue.”
• Allyson, Winooski FPF, a few days later
Online FPF Community Calendar… each Vermont town has one
“At last a way to see some of what is going on in the Valley – please keep showing the Mad River Valley FPF Community Calendar!”
• Pamela, Warren Front Porch Forum
“Just want to thank the FPF member who posted about the 2016 Holiday Concert held at the Hunger Mt Christian Assembly Church this afternoon. We took my 79-year-old Mom, as a Christmas gift, and we all loved it! It’s great to hear about events in our community right here on our FPF!”
• Sue, Duxbury FPF
Newport Elks Club uses FPF to bring in a crowd to annual craft sale
“On behalf of Newport Elks Club#2155. I would like to thank Front Porch Forum for letting us post our annual Craft Sale last Saturday. It was very successful. Thanks again.”
• Reg, Jay Peak FPF
“Americans who know their neighbors embrace stronger local news habits”
“A new study by Pew Research Center in association with the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation reveals that, overall, the civically engaged are indeed more likely… to use and value local news.”
“Another sign of how connected one is to their local community is the extent to which a person knows their neighbors.”
Businesses, towns and neighbors sing FPF praises
“The Town of Wolcott is pleased to be a member supporter of Front Porch Forum. This Forum helps us bring important information and meetings to our community. Please join us in supporting this worthy resource.”
• Linda, Town Clerk, Wolcott FPF
“As a business, I make a monthly contribution to FPF. The Forum has been a valuable way to communicate with the communities our business serves. Not only does FPF help us find our lost pets and keys and electronics, it also serves as a discussion board for many local topics. I urge all to pitch in any amount, however large or small, to help keep the dialogue FPF offers ongoing. Our donations reflect the value we find in being able to communicate with each other. Thank you, Front Porch Forum!”
• Bonnie, Apple Tree Natural Foods Market, Morrisville FPF
“I thank the FPF community for helping to launch my business and connect me with clients. I love my local FPF. News and opinions, sales and service, you can find it all. Give what you can and give now to help support this service!”
• Tanya, North Hero FPF
“Front Porch Forum is an amazing tool for all who live in the area and new comers to Milton. I am amazed at how quickly the community responds to inquiries of lost and found animals. All contributions will help everyone to continue using this great tool.”
• Carol, Milton FPF
“We have made our donation to Front Porch Forum because we use this service often, and it has provided us with information, entertainment, customers and food for thought. We have sold piglets, turkeys and chicken on FPF. We have given away clothing, household items and excess furniture. We have purchased plants, learned of scheduled dinners and musical events, and read about dozens of yard sales, all advertised on FPF. We adopted a cat who needed a new home, and found new homes for several roosters… all through FPF. We think that this community is all the richer having Front Porch Forum, and we want it to continue. Peace.”
• Deborah, East Hardwick FPF
“FPF – How do I love thee, let me count the ways… “
I am so grateful for Front Porch Forum. I can’t even count the number of contacts I’ve made, items I’ve acquired, or help I’ve received from FPF postings. I look forward to each issue.
Right now, my new deck is being built by a person I met through FPF when he volunteered to help me cook at the Friday Food Affair. I don’t know how I would have met this wonderful craftsman otherwise.
Almost every day I learn something I need to know, or something about one of my neighbors. I know if I need help I only need to post and help will arrive.
Whenever Our Community Cares Camp needs supplies, FPF is there.
When my son needed a summer job – FPF came through.
When I needed data on composite decks – FPF connected me with the folks who had the info I needed.
When I need to send my husband a pie or other goodies in Massachusetts – FPF members show up to ferry the care package to help him as he takes care of his elderly father.
The local FPF Community Calendar and new online Business Directory make the service all the more valuable.
I have been a monthly supporter of FPF for a few years now. It is more valuable to me than any other subscription service. I hope you feel the same and will consider a one-time or a monthly gift. If we all give a little, we get a lot back. I feel our community has greatly benefited from this service. Think about how many times you have learned something or gotten something from this service. It deserves our support. Thank you.
• Marie, Richmond FPF
“Front Porch Forum revolutionized Vermont communication”
“I’ll be honest — I hadn’t thought of contributing to FPF until yesterday, when 2 of my dogs went missing. How would I get the word out and get others looking for them, if there was no FPF? Keep it going–click on the link and donate!”
• Leslie, Morrisville FPF
“FPF is a valued community resource. As my endorsement, I just mailed a contribution. Think about it.”
https://frontporchforum.com/supporting-members
• Tommaso, Bennington FPF
“Years ago I put out a clipboard to get people to sign up for Front Porch Forum at town meeting. We hosted a potluck at Ten Stones for the first few FPF members. And now look! It’s amazing what Michael Wood-Lewis and the FPF team has accomplished with their vision of Vermont communities coming together online. So many pets have been found, tradespeople and teenagers employed, apartments rented and political opinions shared. This is so worth continuing and supporting.”
• Edorah, Charlotte FPF
“If you’re reading this, you know the value of FPF. We don’t see any of the people working behind the scenes who make it possible for us to connect locally, but FPF is not an automated system. Real people living in Vermont are working to make sure it runs smoothly. I value them and am happy to send a donation of support.”
• Caro, Walden FPF
“Front Porch Forum revolutionized Vermont communication. We are SO lucky to have this Vermont-based forum to communicate so effectively with our neighbors. It really has revolutionized the way we interact and connect and is a classic Vermont example of how donations in any amount by many individuals make a difference and make it work. I just made my annual donation to keep this forum running.”
• Beth, Montpelier FPF
How to sell a used car in Vermont
“Car sold. This was the only place I advertised! Whew, that was easy. Thanks Front Porch Forum.”
• David, Fairfax FPF
“The big surprise was FPF’s finding local buyers for our used car. Craigslist and commercial used-car-sales services with hundreds of listings produced no calls after a month. We gave it a shot on FPF. Result: Satisfied local buyers who could inspect the car thoroughly and conveniently, and us as happy sellers with no concerns about transaction security.”
• Earl, Richmond FPF
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