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Plan your trip using Glasgow Airport maps.
Ground floor (87KB PDF)
First floor (177KB PDF)
Second floor (20KB PDF)
Domestic arrivals (45KB PDF)
External (857KB PDF)
All maps (1.1MB PDF)
Checking in is easy and there are several options to choose from – just make sure you arrive at the airport in plenty of time because your flight won't wait!
Remember that check in times can vary depending on how busy the airport is at any particular time. There are also two check in areas at
You can check in at your airline's desk but many people prefer to check in online, particularly if you only have hand baggage – it's easy and cuts down on queuing, leaving you more time to enjoy some refreshments and explore the great airport shops before you board.
Top Tips
- Leave home in plenty of time – you can never legislate for delays on the roads or public transport.
- Check in early to avoid the queues.
- Better still, check in online – but don't forget to print off your boarding pass and take it with you to the airport!
- Keep an eye on the information screens for flight departures, boarding times and gate numbers, and listen out for announcements.
- Different airlines have different requirements depending on the destination so while you should check with your airline before you leave for the airport it's always a good idea to carry your passport or other form of photographic ID such as a driving licence.
|Opening times
|Aer Arran
|Aer Lingus
|Air Malta
|Air Transat
|British Airways (London flights)
|1hr 30m
|3hrs 30m
|Flybe Loganair
|1hr 30m
|Flybe mainline
|Thomas Cook Airlines (Longhaul)
|Thomas Cook Airlines (short/medium haul)
|Thomson Airways (Longhaul)
|3hrs 30m
|Thomson Airways (short/medium haul)
|2hrs 30m
|United Airlines
|US Airways
|Virgin Atlantic
If you require special assistance or are travelling with someone who requires help with their journey through Glasgow Airport the following information should help ensure that your experience is as speedy and enjoyable as possible.
How to make your journey easy
Glasgow Airport is dedicated to providing accessibility for people with reduced mobility (PRMs) throughout its facilities at Glasgow Airport. Assistance for passengers with reduced mobility is available at both the Main Terminal building and T2. Our Terminal building is fully accessible including toilets and lifts, inductions loops are fitted to facilitate amplification of announcements for passengers with hearing difficulties and all are clearly signposted.
> Download our helpful guide Assistance for Passengers with Reduced Mobility (PDF 507KB)
We also have a simple guide to help plan your journey.
> Download A simple guide for Travelling by Air (PDF 271KB)
Requesting Assistance
If you require assistance you should inform your airline at least 48 hours before you travel, however our advice would be to give your airline as much notice as possible for both your departure and your arrival. This is best done at the time of booking your travel arrangements and will ensure that you receive the most appropriate assistance in a timely manner.
Assistance will be provided free of charge to and from all of the on airport arrival points up to the departure point at the gate and likewise for the return journey. This includes from Car Park 1 & 2 as well as car and taxi drop off/pick up points and bus stands.
On arrival at Glasgow Airport, passengers can use the Help Points detailed below to gain assistance or can go to the Special Assistance Host Desk in Main Terminal check-in area (adjacent to the escalators) or in the check-in area in T2 where there is another Help Point.
If a passenger wishes they can go directly to their Check-in desk and inform airline staff during their check-in that they have requested assistance. A representative from our service provider will arrive to provide assistance or you may directed to the host desk after checking in if you are able to walk this short distance.
If we do not receive advance notice of your requirements we promise to make all reasonable efforts to accommodate you but you may have to wait a little longer for assistance.
Please remember that even if you are fairly mobile, there can be long distances within airports and therefore assistance might still be required. So make your plans well in advance. You should arrive at the airport car parks at least 2 hours prior to departure if you require assistance from here. Should you require assistance from check-in then please arrive at least one hour prior to departure.
Help Point Locations
- Drop off point (x3)
- Coach drop off point (x2)
- Within car parks 1,2 and 3
- Central forecourt bus stands
- Long stay car park 4 beside bus shelter
Walking Distances
Below are approximate walking distances to key areas within the airport:
- Drop off/Car Park 1 to Main Terminal 300m
- Drop off/Car Park 1 to T2 400m
- Car Park 2 to Main Terminal 100m
- Car Park 2 to T2 200m
- T2 to Main Terminal Special Assistance Area 150m
Information on Mobility Equipment
Where possible you should be permitted to remain within your own mobility aid until the last possible moment at the gate. If you wish to check in the mobility aid and use an airport wheelchair then please request this at check-in. On arrival at the airport your mobility aid should be repatriated with the passenger at the gate. If your mobility equipment is damaged we will arrange for use of an airport mobility aid until such times as the damage can be resolved with your airline although any replacement might not be on a like for like basis. Please speak to an agent from our service provider should this be required.
Electric Mobility Aids (EMAs)
If you are traveling with an electric mobility aid it is important that you provide details on the make and model to your airline at the time of making the booking. This will be passed to the airport to allow them to make it safe before loading into the hold of the aircraft.
Where the PRM does not provide adequate information on how to make an electric mobility aid safe and it is not reasonably possible for the aircraft operator to obtain suitable instructions and pass these on to the airport operator, the airport operator is not under any further obligation to make the aid safe for transport.
For more information on making EMAs safe please click here
Assistance dogs
You can bring your assistance dog into the UK without quarantine as long as it meets the rules of the EU Assistance Dog scheme. It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that their dog is fully compliant with the scheme. If your assistance dog doesn't comply with the rules it may not be able to enter Great Britain, or may be licensed into quarantine on arrival.
Please contact our service provider to make enquiries.
Further info on the Assistance Dog scheme can be found here
Travelling with a Hidden Disability
We have been working with a number of different charities to improve our staff training and awareness of hidden disabilities and to improve the assistance we provide. If you or someone you are travelling with have a hidden disability we will be happy to provide you with a lanyard which will discreetly identify you to airport staff as requiring additional support.
Our front line Security staff have been trained to recognise these lanyards and offer special assistance to passengers passing through the Security Search process. To obtain one, kindly check in with the special assistance desk on the ground floor in our main check in area and they will also explain what we can do to help you on your journey.
Travelling with Autism
If you are travelling with Autism we realise that this can be particularly difficult in a busy airport and we have been working hard to make this as easy as possible.
You should always request assistance first with your airline or travel agent and ensure that you book as "DPNA assistance" when asked what help you need. You should also ask the airline or travel agent to add a comment including the word Autism. This will enable us to better understand your requirements once you have arrived at the airport and check in at the assistance desk.
We recommend that you contact us, even prior to your journey if we can help with picking quieter times if possible for your flight, and we can explain the options that are available when you travel through our airport and explain the help we can provide.
For those that that have not traveled before and are particularly concerned, we can also offer pre-visits when the airport is a little quieter and you can experience the journey and perhaps better prepare for your booked journey. To arrange this please contact our service provider on the contact details below.
Travelling with Allergies
If you are travelling by air with food allergies you may find the links below useful. If you require further info then it is best to consult with your airline.
Travelling abroad with a food allergy
Travelling abroad with a nut allergy
Contact our PRM service provider
For Reduced Mobility Assistance queries please contact:
0141 842 7700 (24 Hr)
or email email@example.com
Getting to the Airport
By Bus, Train or Taxi
Travelling to Glasgow Airport by bus is easy as there are several services connecting with Glasgow city centre, other local destinations and beyond. Many have low floors and are easily accessible for wheelchair users. There are dedicated Help Points at the bus and coach stands and these are listed above.
If booking a Glasgow Airport taxi and you can get dropped off right outside the Main Terminal building and all of these cars are wheelchair accessible. The taxi rank is immediately outside of the terminal and the driver can arrange any assistance required.
More information on buses taxis and trains can be found here
By Car
Dropping off
We provide a dedicated FREE drop off area which is partially covered and easy to find – and just a short walk, around 300m from the main terminal doors. Just follow the signs for 'drop off' and you'll find this area located next to Car Park 1. There are low kerb areas marked in Blue for accessible drop off and Help Points are located at these points should you require assistance from here.
Picking up
There is a dedicated pick up area in the ground floor of Car Park 2 and there are marked blue badge spaces within this area. For details of charges click here
Blue badge spaces are available within our car parks as detailed below
- Car Park 2 has 10 spaces on ground floor plus a help point
- All other floors have 12 spaces but no help points
- All floors have access to 4 accessible lifts
- Car Park 1 has 4 spaces on the ground floor of the multi-storey part. There is no call point. The nearest call point is in the area near the pelican crossing.
All blue badge holders are entitled to 30 minutes free parking by presenting their blue badge at the kiosk in any of our car parks.
For more information on car parking and charges click here
Security screening
Our security staff are required under government legislation to carry out a hand-search whenever a passenger activates the archway metal detector alarm. If you are a wheelchair user, that's likely to be the case. We recognise that it may be more suitable to have this search carried out away from the main search area, so please don't hesitate to request this. Private search areas are located within the Central Search Area. If you have any questions or queries throughout the Security process, please do not hesitate to ask for one of our Security Supervisors.
Regulation EC1107/2006
Since 26 July 2008, under Regulation EC 1107/2006, managing bodies of airports, such as Glasgow Airport, have a legal responsibility for the provision of assistance services to persons with reduced mobility when travelling by air. The aim of this legislation is to ensure that consistent high quality assistance is provided at airports throughout the European community.
For further information on Regulation EC1107/2006 the document can be viewed here
EU PRM Video
Video for passengers with reduced mobility
European regulations guarantee certain rights for both disabled people and those with reduced mobility when travelling by air. If this affects you and you want to find out more, please watch this EU video about the services and assistance you have the right to receive at all EU airports.
Service levels
Glasgow Airport is committed to providing the highest level of service in a timely and courteous manner. Quality Standards for the assistance services specified in Annex 1 of the Regulation which were established in consultation with air carriers and their agents and organisations representing persons with reduced mobility. View our standards below
Quality standards (PDF 52KB)
How we performed in 2014 (PDF 54KB)
How we performed from April '15 - September '15 (PDF)
How we performed from January '15 - December '15 (PDF)
How we performed from October '15 - March '16 (PDF)
How we performed from April '16 - September '16 (PDF)
How we performed from October '16 - March '17 (PDF)
How we performed from April'17 - September '17 (PDF)
If you would like to contact us or provide feedback please click here
The CAA is now consulting on a CAA PRM passenger satisfaction survey. To complete the survey, please click here.
As part of our commitment to consult with local disability groups we hold a variety of events throughout the year. For more information, please click here.
We appreciate that the security process can feel a bit daunting to our customers, particularly those that are not frequent travellers or even travelling for the first time.
Please don't feel intimidated by any of the security measures at Glasgow Airport they are in place for your safety and if you follow our signage in the security search area you shouldn't have any problems. If you do have any questions at all please ask our friendly security staff who will be happy to help.
A little preparation before you travel will really help you speed through the security screening process. Please check in advance what you can and cannot take in your hand luggage.
Have all your liquids sorted out before you leave for the airport and if you forget to put them in your 1 litre resealable plastic bag you can pick one up for
Being prepared helps to speed up the process and allows you to relax and enjoy your journey or holiday.
Please note: According to CAA/DFT guidance Spicebomb by Viktor & Rolf will no longer be permitted through security until further notice.
Cabin baggage liquid restrictions (111KB PDF)
What can I do to get through security faster? (68KB PDF)
Security Scanners
In keeping in line with legislation and new technology, security (body) scanners will be deployed across all security lanes in Glasgow from the 20th of December 2016.
Security scanners used at Glasgow are safe. The UK Government has concluded that the use of this equipment does not pose any risk to health. The scanning equipment does not produce X-RAYS, nor does it emit ionising radiation.
Our security scanners use millimetre waves. This technology uses radio waves at a power output many times lower than portable personal devices like mobile phones. The security-scanners can detect a wide range of potential threats to security in a matter of seconds and will be used alongside the airport's existing security screening systems. No data images are stored.
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If you wish to "opt out" of the Security Scanner Enhanced Search - in Private is the only option available.
Information about security scanners at UK airports can be found on the Department for Transport website. www.dft.gov.uk
Security body scanners used at Glasgow Airport (195KB PDF)
Services include Shop & Collect, lost property, left luggage and more.
Airport ambassadors
At Glasgow Airport, you'll easily spot out great team of friendly, roving Ambassadors who are on hand to answer any questions you may have about any aspect of your visit.
You can also get information on public transport, accommodation, events and places of interest at the VisitScotland travel and visitor information hub on the ground floor at domestic arrivals, opposite WH Smith.
We also provide a free help phone on the first floor, next to UK and Ireland departures.
Baggage weighing
Did you know that you can weigh your luggage at the airport and avoid excess luggage costs?
You'll find four Weigh-ahead luggage weighing systems – these are located in the main check in hall and also in the check in area of Terminal 2.
It costs just £1 to weigh a bag but if you are over your allowance, Weigh-ahead offers a free reweigh. Foldaway Hand Luggage bags are available buy in order to transfer excess.
Baggage wrapping
This is a great service for passengers who want to protect and secure their luggage from potential damage, bad weather conditions, and general wear and tear.
All you have to do is take your items to the Luggage-Point area located in the main check in hall on the ground floor of the terminal building.
Bag Wrapping prices start at £10 for a standard sized suitcase. Unorthodox or larger items may be charged more.
Why not give yourself one less thing to worry about and pre-order your foreign currency and collect it at Travelex Glasgow Airport when you arrive to check in.
Your currency is guaranteed to be waiting for you, Travelex opens early and closes after the last departure, and of course it takes something else off your holiday to do list. You can also make your currency go further as the Travelex Online Price Promise guarantees that if you find a cheaper overall price, Travelex will refund the difference!*
Don't stress if you arrive at the airport and feel you need a little bit more currency for your trip, Travelex Glasgow Airport has all major currencies in stock including Australian, Canadian, US & New Zealand Dollars, Euros plus Turkish Lira to ensure you won't be left short.
There are Travelex branches located before and after security at Glasgow Airport for your convenience. ATM's are also available at these locations which dispense GBP, USD and Euros.
*conditions apply see travelex.co.uk for details
Dry cleaning
Did you know that you can even drop off your dry cleaning at Glasgow Airport, Monday to Friday?
Call 0330 223 0893 to find out more details about Glasgow Airport's dry cleaning service.
Click here for futher information and prices
Left luggage
If you need to leave any bags, packages or suitcases at Glasgow Airport, we have a great service which allows you to leave items in a safe, secure storage area for up to 3 months.
Left luggage is handled by Luggage-Point in the main check in hall where friendly staff will help and advise, and issue all passengers leaving items with a receipt – don't lose it as you will need it when you come to pick them up.
Cabin luggage
- £8 per day
- £48 per week
Standard sized suitcases
- £10 per day
- £60 per week
Oversized items
- £20 per day
- £120 per week
Call Luggage-Point on 0330 223 0893 to discuss left luggage services at Glasgow Airport.
Lost property
From bracelets to books, wallets to glasses, Luggage-Point is committed to reuniting passengers with their sentimental or valued items thanks to our 24 hour online service.
You can search for your item on the database in real-time by using the online search facility here www.airport-lostproperty.com. Searches are based on multiple criteria (date range, keyword (i.e. iPhone) and where the item was lost). Luggage-Point endeavours to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.
You can also call our dedicated team on 0330 223 0893 between 4am and 9pm daily or send an email enquiry to email@example.com
While our left luggage service, handled by Luggage-Point in the main check in hall, may be perfect for your needs, our shipping service may be the perfect option for larger, bulky items.
We can also deliver any time sensitive, important shipments to countries and territories all over the world, and our wide range of shipping services means there is a cost-effective option for all of your requirements.
Items are shipped at approximately 4pm every day of the year! Simply complete our simple form at the Luggage-Point service area.
Call Luggage Point on 0330 223 0893
Click here for further information and to receive a quote
Shop & Collect
If you want to benefit from the great shopping bargains at Glasgow Airport but don't want to be weighed down with extra bags, why not use Glasgow Airport's free Shop & Collect service?
Buy before you fly then pick up your purchases on your return. It couldn't be easier because Shop & Collect is a free service, available when you are flying within the EU – and it includes flights within the UK.
When you are making your purchase just tell the store you would like to Shop & Collect and they will complete the short form and issue you a receipt – keep it safe you will need to present it on your return.
Your items will be stored securely while you are away and delivered to the collection point in plenty of time before your flight lands.
Items are collected from Luggage-Point between 9am-8pm and at Tesco (open 24 hours) in near the car rental desks outwith these times.
WiFi access at Glasgow Airport
We know how important it is to stay connected nowadays with your business but also family and friends. That's why at Glasgow Airport, you can enjoy 1 hour of FREE high-speed wireless internet access via your laptop or handheld device.
At Glasgow Airport, you can enjoy 1 hour of FREE high-speed wireless internet access via your laptop or handheld device.
SSID: Glasgow Airport
- 1 hour FREE
- 3 hours £5
- 24 hours £9
Business use
If you are a regular business passenger or there are several people from your company who are frequent fliers and require internet access while passing through the airport, we can offer special rates for 6 or 12 months.
Please contact either the Glasgow Airport IT department at
firstname.lastname@example.com or Arqiva at email@example.com for more details.
Internet and printing terminals
If you don't have a laptop or tablet with you, we have handy internet desks, provided by Surfbox, located around the terminal building.
There are four stations and a printer located in domestic arrivals outside Starbucks. Upstairs at the food court, just before security, you'll find another two. In international arrivals, there are two stations and a printer.
Once you are through security, you will find four stations in the main departure lounge and one station located at Gate 26 on the domestic pier.
Cost is 10p per minute and payment can be made using coins or online using a credit card or voucher.
Mobile phone charging
Mobile phone charging machines with adapters for most phones can be found at Dixons airside and are free to use.
Internet desks will also provide mobile phone charging once you have paid for access and there are four stations and printer located in domestic arrivals, two stations plus a printer in international arrivals, two in check in and 4 in the main departure lounge airside.
After security there are branches of Dixons Travel & Maplin if you have left any crucial adapters for your mobile phone or electronic gadgets at home.
Public telephones can be found throughout the main terminal at Glasgow Airport with payment using cash or cards.
Payphones are in the following locations
- Main check-in area
- Main shopping area (near Travelex - after security)
- International arrivals
Photo-Me booths
If you need to get a picture taken in a hurry, you'll find coin-operated Photo-Me booths in ground floor domestic arrivals opposite WH Smith and on the first floor of the main terminal before security. There's also one on the ground floor of Car Park 2.
Visitor Information Centre
The Visitor Information Centre is located within the Domestic Arrivals area. Knowledgeable staff will help you get the most out of your visit to Glasgow and Scotland.
Experts in the Glasgow Airport Information Centre provide inspiring local and national information to help you get the most from your visit to the city and the rest of Scotland. Accommodation bookings can be made locally and across Scotland, as can journeys on First Buses, Citylink buses or Calmac ferries. Purchase tickets for the local sightseeing bus or trips to different destinations in Scotland, as well as various local and national attractions and events. In our retail section we sell a limited range of Scottish souvenirs as well as maps, postcards, stamps and guide books.
Facilities include baby changing, cash machines and prayer room.
Cash machines
If you don't have time to visit a cash machine or pop to the bank before leaving for Glasgow Airport, we have plenty of ATMs both before and after security.
Our machines accept all valid UK bank and building society cards (i.e. Link affiliated) without surcharge, and will also accept major credit cards.
You will find ATMs located at domestic arrivals beside Travelex. There are further cash machines located at Travelex post security.
All cash machines issue in multiples of 20.
Post services
Forgot to post an important letter or need to purchase stamps?
You'll find a traditional red post box in the main terminal check in area. Stamps are available to buy in shops around the airport including WHSmith and Boots.
Prayer room
The Glasgow Airport prayer room can be found on the first floor of our departures concourse in the Priority Security corridor.
It provides a quiet, restful place for passengers of all faiths and denominations, and is open 24 hours a day.
Meanwhile, our Airport Chaplain, Commissioner Keith Banks, conducts services at various times during the week – these are announced over our public address system.
Smoking areas
If you smoke, you are permitted to do so only in our clearly signposted areas outside the terminal. Smoking is banned by law in enclosed public spaces in Scotland – this includes all terminal buildings at Glasgow Airport.
Individuals smoking outwith these areas are liable to receive a fixed penalty fine of £50.
Electronic cigarettes are not permitted within the terminal buildings please use the designated smoking areas.
Family facilities
From the moment you arrive until the moment you board your flight it's our mission to help ensure a smooth start to your family holiday departing from Glasgow Airport. We offer a number of family friendly facilities and services to help do just this.
Baby changing
If you are travelling with babies and very young children, you will need access to safe, clean baby changing areas and at Glasgow Airport, there are a number of facilities around the terminal for your convenience:
- Main check in hall opposite the escalator
- To the rear of the foodcourt on the first floor
- T2 check in hall
- After security, on the first floor by Starbucks
- After security, beside the Beardmore Bar
- After security, beside Tennents Bar
- After security, beside the British Airways lounge
- After security, at gates 1-3 and 10-11
Play areas
There is an unsupervised soft play area for young children (2 to 6) years after security on the international pier, near WHSmith.
We also provide puzzle tables next to seating areas at several locations around the terminal.
Eating at the airport
Most of the great restaurants and bars at Glasgow Airport provide high chairs and children's menus so it's easy to relax and enjoy a family meal or snack before you fly. Outlets such as Frankie & Benny's offer dedicated activity packs too for our younger passengers,
Vending machines
Abercromby are Glasgow Airport's professional vending operator and provide a vital part of the Airport retail experience. You can get one of the 65 Abercromby vending machines throughout the airport and at most departure gates for some last minute refreshments before boarding all your flights. The machines stock a wide range of snacks, confectionery and soft drinks including local favourites such as Tunnocks and Irn Bru. So if you are departing or arriving you can get your local favourite brands at an instant.
Other essentials
All your baby essentials such as nappies, formula milk and wipes are available at Boots pharmacy. You can now take over 100ml of baby foods onboard your flight as long as this is solely for the purpose of the journey.
Boots also offers a pre-ordering service for family essential items such as baby milk, simply call the store five working days before travelling.
The store is open 365 days a year with the pharmacy itself open from 4am to 9pm, every day of the year except Christmas Day. Call Boots on 0141 848 9960.
Watching the planes
Who doesn't like watching the planes take off and land? Children especially love doing this and at Glasgow Airport – after you've gone through security – they'll get a fantastic view of the runways, taxiways and stands from our family-friendly restaurants or the main departure lounge.
UpperDeck Lounge
Whether you are travelling for leisure or business start your trip off in style with a visit to the UpperDeck. Our fresh modern lounge has something for everyone. Relax and take in the views of the runway and airfield, take advantage of our free wifi or entertain the kids in the games zone. We have a range of complimentary drinks and snacks (alcoholic drinks are limited to 4 per person) to enjoy while visiting the lounge, for special occasions prosecco and champagne can be purchased. All passengers can get their trip off to a great start in the UpperDeck.
- Complimentary tea/coffee and soft drinks
- 4 Alcoholic drinks
- A selection of snacks
- Free wifi
- Fresh modern design
- Runway views for all
- Bar service
- Games zone with X Box Ones
Opening hours: 5am - 8:30pm
Meeting rooms
Glasgow Airport Business Centre is adjacent to the main terminal building and offers excellent conference and rooms for hire. Facilities are modern and professional, and provide an ideal environment for hosting meetings or training sessions at Glasgow Airport plus interviews or presentations.
This convenient Glasgow Airport business centre offers a complete package which is flexible and offers varied catering menus to suit all tastes and budgets.
For further information download our brochure or contact:
Euan Keltie
Tel: 0141 847 5450
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Osher Institute Lectures: Southeast Vermont Learning Collaborative, 471 Route 5, Dummerston. 10 a.m.-noon, Meg Mott, food production and politics; 1-3 p.m., Bob Engel, the neuroendocrine system, metaphysics of human machine. Final lecture of six-week series. Admission $5. Information: 802-257-8600 or toll-free 866-889-0042. Sponsored by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, Brattleboro Chapter.
Parent/Tot Open Gym: Brattleboro Recreation & Parks Department, Gibson-Aiken Center, 207 Main St. 10-11:45 a.m., infant through kindergarten. Information: 802-254-5808, www.brattleboro.org.
Movin' Into Music: 10-10:45 a.m., in Brattleboro. Music & Movement. Sing, dance, clap, tap and make believe. For children 1-5 years and their caregivers. Led by Annie Frelich. Ongoing classes, join any time. Fee. Contact the Brattleboro Music Center, 802-257-4523, or bmcvt.org.
Story Hour: 10:30-11:30 a.m., Pettee Memorial Library, 6 South Main St., Wilmington. Young children and their caregivers invited for themed stories and activites. This week: Turkeys. Information: 802-464-8557, firstname.lastname@example.com, or petteelibrary.org.
Rhyme and Story Hour: 10:30 a.m., Whitingham Free Public Library. Songs, rhymes, stories and crafts for toddlers and preschoolers. Parents and infants welcome. Information: 802-368-7506.
Boys & Girls Club: Noon-6 p.m., 17 Flat St., Brattleboro. Programs, activities, special events and use of facilities available for ages 10 to 18. Information: 802-254-5990.
Windham County Activities for Youth: See the Youth Services' H.E.Y.! Help Empower Youth! guide to after school and other activities and programs at www.HelpEmpowerYouth.com.
Open Gym and Game Room: Brattleboro Recreation & Parks Department, Gibson-Aiken Center, 207 Main St. 3-5 p.m., Grades K-6. Information: 802-254-5808, www.brattleboro.org.
Fitness at the Rec: Gibson-Aiken Center, 207 Main St., Brattleboro. Ongoing: Yoga 12:30-1:10 p.m.; Zumba 5:15-6:15 p.m.; Running Fist Kung Fu, 6-8 p.m.; Women's Basketball pickup games, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Information: Brattleboro Recreation & Parks Dept., 802-254-5808, www.brattleboro.org.
Brooks Memorial Library: 224 Main St., Brattleboro. Check out free museum passes to local area museums: Eric Carle, MASS Mocha, Springfield, Shelburne, Norman Rockwell, Bennington, etc. Reserve online at www.brooks.lib.vt.us, click on "Museum Passes" button. Information: 802-254-5290.
Blood Pressure Clinic: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Putney Meadows. Sponsored by the Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice of Vt. & N.H.
Senior Resources: Noon-1 p.m., at the Bellows Falls Area Senior Center, 18 Tuttle St., Bellows Falls. Information about resources and services available for local seniors, their families and unpaid caregivers. Presented by Senior Solutions. If not dining with seniors at 11:30 a.m., bring a bag lunch.
Bellows Falls Knitting Group: 5-6:30 p.m., Rockingham Free Public Library, 65 Westminster St., Bellows Falls. Knitting group, "Spinning Yarns," meets every Monday. For all ages and levels of experience. Any needle lapwork (crocheting, embroidery, etc.) invited. Sign-up encouraged, but not required. Call the library at 802-463-4270, or e-mail: Lisa Delmar, firstname.lastname@example.com.
Photography Program: 6:30 p.m., Brattleboro Savings & Loan, 221 Main St., Brattleboro (use rear entry). Brattleboro Camera Club meeting with instructional photos with commentary from the New England Camera Club Council. No charge. Public welcome.
Ongoing Events
Bellows Falls Drop-In Center: Open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Our Place Drop-In Center, 4 Island St., Bellows Falls. 9-10:30 a.m., free breakfast; 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., food pantry open, except during lunch; 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., free lunch. Day shelter, shower, fax, phone, food pantry. Information: 802-463-2217.
Scleroderma Support Group of Southern Vermont: No meeting at this time. Contact: Scleroderma Foundation, 802-464-5847.
Hospice Thrift Shop: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Experienced Goods Thrift Shop for Brattleboro Area Hospice, 77 Flat St., Brattleboro. Selling quality clothing, books, housewares, furniture and more. Seeking donations, 802-254-5200.
Recovery Chat: 2-3 p.m., Turning Point of Windham County, 112 Hardwood Way, Brattleboro. Less formal group, conversation, games, sharing. Information: 802-257-5600.
Family Fun Night: 5 p.m., Rockingham Free Public Library, 65 Westminster St., Bellows Falls. An early evening of games, book groups, activity or a movie. Information: 802-463-4270 or www.rockingham.lib.vt.us.
Ostomy Support Group: 5-6:30 p.m., Tyler Conference Room, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, 17 Belmont Ave. Get together with other ostomates, both new and experienced. Opportunity to gather information, share ideas and experiences. Second Monday every month. Information: 802-275-3608.
T.O.P.S.: Samuel Elliot Apartments, Hi-Rise, at 107 Elliot St., Brattleboro, next to fire station. T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) program. 5:15-5:30 p.m., Weigh in; 5:30-6:30 p.m., Meeting. Information: 802-257-0725.
Healing Discussion Group: 5:30-7 p.m., Sojourns Community Health Clinic, 4923 U.S. Route 5, Westminster. Living Life Now! For anyone with cancer. Meets every Monday. Information: 802-722-4023.
Depression Support: 5:30 p.m., each Monday, Healing Grace Ministries, 55 Marlboro Road, West Brattleboro. Free. For anyone feeling depressed, isolated or afraid. Information: 413-824-6381 or 802-368-7561.
Vipassana Group Sitting: 5:30 p.m., Mondays, in Brattleboro. In the tradition of S. N. Goenka. Contact: email@example.com or 802-869-3246.
Food Pantry: 6-7:30 p.m., Townshend Church, on the Common, Route 30. For anyone who needs food assistance. Information: 802-365-4321.
Parents Together Support Group: 6-7:30 p.m., childcare included. For location and registration: Noreen Oles at 802-254-6686.
Adult Children of Alcoholics: (12-step group), Mondays, 6-7 p.m., Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, Room B, off Cafeteria. Information: 802-258-0077.
Lupus Support Group of Southeastern Vermont: No meeting at this time. Contact: Lupus Foundation, 802-244-5988.
Self-Healing Program: 6-8 p.m., ongoing on Mondays in Putney. Healing Trauma Without the Drama: Using Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and Intuitive Inquiry for self-healing. Led by Seth Lepore, EFT Cert-I. Fee. Information: 802-275-7262 or firstname.lastname@example.com to pre-register.
Bereaved Parents Support Group: 6:30-8 p.m., Brattleboro Area Hospice, 191 Canal St., Brattleboro. Second and fourth Mondays. Led by Lynn Martin. Information: 802-257-0775.
Benefit Bingo: 6:30 p.m., above People's United Bank, on the Square, Bellows Falls. Every Monday. 5 p.m., Doors open. 6 p.m., Early bird games. 20-game format specials, U-Pick-Em, winner take all, progressive jackpot. Food and beverages available for purchase. Free coffee. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus in Bellows Falls, Council No. 753, benefit for local charities.
Support for Discouraged: 7 p.m., each Monday, Healing Grace Ministries, 55 Marlboro Road, West Brattleboro. Free. For anyone feeling discouraged, unfocused, or overwhelmed. Information: 413-824-6381, 802-368-7561 or email@example.com.
Meditation: 7-9 p.m., Putney Friends Meeting House, Route 5, Putney, just north of Basketville. Mountains and Rivers Mindfulness Community. Sharing group in the tradition of Vietnamese Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. Newcomers welcome. Wheelchair accessible. Information: Richard Brady, email@example.com or 802-387-2382.
Co-Dependents Anonymous: 7:15-9 p.m., Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, Room B off cafeteria. Contact: Christin Tandy, 603-358-6261.
Al-Anon: 7:30-8:30 p.m., Newfane Congregational Church, on the Common, Newfane. For friends and relatives of alcoholics. Free. Information: 866-972-5266; also, 7:30-9 p.m., in the Parsonage, United Church of Winchester, 97 Main St., Winchester, N.H.
AA Hotline: Toll free, 1-877-851-0181.
Tuesday, Nov. 13
Waltz Dance Series: Brattleboro Ballroom at the Stone Church, 210 Main St., Brattleboro. First class of a five-week series. Technique, turns, partnership, combinations. Beginners: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Intermediate: 7:30-8:30 p.m. Cost: Series, $40 either class, $60 for both. Drop-in, $10 for one class; $15 drop-in for both. Carry dance shoes. Information: 802-579-9990 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Documentary Film Screening: 7 p.m., Brooks Memorial Library, 224 Main St., Brattleboro. "Silenced Voices" produced by Migrant Justice. About the vital yet invisible role migrant farmworkers play in Vermont's food systems telling about conditions and economic policies that force migrants from their homes. Followed by discussion. Light refreshments. Event organized by Southern Vt. Migrant Workers Solidarity Committee. Information: Angela Berkfield, 248-904-8324, email@example.com.
Preschool Playgroup: 9:30-11 a.m., Saxtons River Elementary School, in the gym. Birth to age 5. For children and their parents or caregivers. Snacks, stories and seasonally-themed activities. Information: Tracy Binet-Perrin, 603-762-5069.
Playgroup: 10-11:30 a.m., Athens Community Church. Free and open to ages 0-5. Led by Early Education Outreach Coordinator. Information: 802-258-1673.
Story and Craft Time: 10:30 a.m., Rockingham Free Public Library, 65 Westminster St., Bellows Falls. Singing or a craft after stories. Free. Information: 802-463-4270.
Storytime: 10:45 a.m., Guilford Free Library, Guilford. Cathi Wilken or Laura Lawson Tucker to present a program of songs, fingerplays, books and activities for babies, toddlers and older siblings. No charge. Information: 802-254-6545.
Infant/Toddler Social Time: 11 a.m., Putney Public Library. Every Tuesday. For parents and caregivers of children under 2. Information: 802-387-4407.
Boys & Girls Club: Noon-6 p.m., 17 Flat St., Brattleboro. Programs, activities, special events and use of facilities available for 10-18 year olds. 6-9 p.m., The Junction, Older youth drop-in, 15-22 years old. Information: 802-254-5990.
InterPlay: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Cascading Brook Studio, 216 Williams St., Brattleboro. Information: Judith Reichsman, 802-254-1149, or Stephanie Petkanas, firstname.lastname@example.com, firstname.lastname@example.com or 802-380-4241. Rooted in the transformational power of play, combining movement, storytelling and voice. Wear comfortable clothing. First class is free.
Gentle Yoga for Seniors: 9-10 a.m., Putney Cares Activities Barn, 54 Kimball Hill Road, Putney. Tuesdays, $7 per class, with Eva Greene. Classes focus on alignment, balance, and self-acceptance. Information: 802-387-2125.
Fitness at the Rec: Gibson-Aiken Center, 207 Main St., Brattleboro. Ongoing: 12:10-1:10 p.m., Pilates; 6-8 p.m., Running Fist Kung Fu; 7-9 p.m., Adult indoor soccer. Information: Brattleboro Recreation & Parks Dept., 802-254-5808, www.brattleboro.org.
Open Gym and Game Room: Brattleboro Recreation & Parks Department, Gibson-Aiken Center, 207 Main St. 3-5 p.m., Grades 7-12. Information: 802-254-5808, www.brattleboro.org.
Qi Gong in Putney: 4:30-6 p.m., second floor
above Front Porch Cafe, in the center of Putney. Learn simple self healing exercises to improve health. Benefit from group healing energy. Tuesdays. Fee. Information or to register: email@example.com.
Congregate Breakfast: 7:45-8:15 a.m., Brattleboro Senior Center, 207 Main St., Brattleboro. Menu: Whole wheat pancakes, syrup choice, sausage, home fries, fruit, yogurt, juice. Suggested donation for seniors over 60, $3.50. All others, $6. Information: 802-257-1236.
Blood Pressure Clinics: 11:30 a.m.-noon, Baptist Church, Main Street, Readsboro. Sponsored by the Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice of Vt. & N.H.
Book Club for Adults: 6-7 p.m., Pettee Memorial Library, 6 South Main St., Wilmington. Casual discussion of "The Once and Future King," by T.H. White. Refreshments. Information: 802-464-8557, firstname.lastname@example.com, or petteelibrary.org.
Open House: 6-8 p.m., Compass School, 7892 U.S. Route 5, Westminster. Serves 7-12 grades. Prospective students and their families welcome for dinner, tour, and presentation. Reservations: Admissions Director Betsy Jaffe, 802-463-2517 or online at email@example.com. www.compass-school.org.
Healing Meditation Group: 6 p.m., Jamaica Healing Arts & Wellness Center, West Jamaica. Bi-weekly on Tuesdays. Sitting at 6:30 p.m. Free. Led by Margaret Miller. Information or directions: firstname.lastname@example.com or 802-874-7201.
Ongoing Events
Meditation Sittings: Vermont Insight Meditation Center, 7-7:45 a.m., in the Neighbor's Hall at Solar Hill, 229 Western Ave., Brattleboro. Information: Rose, 802-246-1244.
Bellows Falls Drop-In Center: Open Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Our Place Drop-In Center, 4 Island St., Bellows Falls. 9-10:30 a.m., free breakfast; 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., food pantry open, except during lunch; 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., free lunch. Day shelter, shower, fax, phone, food pantry. Information: 802-463-2217.
Strength Training for Seniors: 9:30 a.m., Brattleboro Senior Center, 207 Main St., Brattleboro. Cost: $3 per class; $5 for two. Instructor: Cyndy Gray. Works on building strength on all major muscle groups followed by stretch and relaxation. Information: 802-257-7570.
Hospice Thrift Shop: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Experienced Goods Thrift Shop for Brattleboro Area Hospice, 77 Flat St., Brattleboro. Selling quality clothing, books, housewares, furniture and more. Seeking donations, 802-254-5200.
Scrapbooking Club: Noon-1:30 p.m., Rockingham Free Public Library, 65 Westminster St., Bellows Falls. Bring own project and supplies. Every Tuesday. Information and to sign up: Kim Paligo, 802-463-9799 or 802-376-8671.
Al-Anon: Noon, Retreat Healthcare, conference room of Starting Now, Anna Marsh Lane, Brattleboro. Open meeting with flexible format.
Recovery Chat: 2-3 p.m., Turning Point of Windham County, 112 Hardwood Way, Brattleboro. Less formal group, conversation, games, sharing. Information: 802-257-5600.
Bereavement Support: Brattleboro Area Hospice, Brattleboro. For anyone grieving the death of a loved one. Information: 802-257-0775.
Knit Wits: 5 p.m., Rockingham Free Public Library, 65 Westminster St., Bellows Falls. For knitters and crochet enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. Knit Wits, social knitting group. Bring project. Coffee and conversation. Information: 802-463-4270.
Brattleboro Walk-In Clinic: 5:30-7 p.m., 81 Belmont Ave. Free health care to those without health insurance.
Parkinson's Support Group: 6-7:30 p.m., Brew Barry Conference Room No. 3, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, 17 Belmont Ave. Second Tuesday each month. Information: Tia, 603-209-2625, or email@example.com.
Food Shelf Open: 6-7 p.m., Putney Community Center, Christian Square, Putney. Information or to donate: 802-387-8551.
German Lesson/Conversation: Community Room, Dover Free Library. Weekly German Club hosted by the Library. 6:30 p.m., beginners' lesson. 7 p.m., Fluent speakers and beginners participate in social conversational German. Information: 802-348-7488.
Overeaters Anonymous: 6:30-7:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, Brew Barry Conference Center 2, 17 Belmont Ave., Brattleboro. Information: Jain, 802-251-0331.
Paths to Recovery Al-Anon: 6:30-7:30 p.m., every Tuesday, Deerfield Valley Health Center, junction Rt. 9 West and Rt. 100 South, Wilmington.
Meditation: 7-8 p.m., Putney Friends Meeting House, Route 5, Putney. Awakening Through Love, weekly mediation group. Teaching followed by guided meditation. All welcome. Led by Julie Forsythe, a Guiding Teacher in the Foundation for Active Compassion. Handicapped accessible. Every Tuesday.
Augustine (SLAA) Fellowship: Tuesdays 7-8:30 p.m., Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, Tyler Conference Room. Information: 802-236-0096 or email@example.com.
West River Radio Club: 7 p.m., Grace Cottage Hospital, Conference Room, Townshend. For ham operators or those who would like to be. Refreshments. Second Tuesday each month.
Nar-Anon Family Groups: 7-8:30 p.m., Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, 17 Belmont Ave., Meeting Room B in the Cafeteria, Brattleboro. For friends and loved ones of drug abusers. Meets every other Tuesday. Information: Susan, 802-257-6915.
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He was born Oct. 27, 1939, in Glendale, Calif., to William Hall and Dorothy Delilah Cowan Swysgood. He graduated from Buffalo High School in Buffalo, Mo., in 1957. After high school, he went directly into the air force and served as an aircraft engineer mechanic and weapons control technician from 1957 to 1966. After his time in the air force, he worked for IBM, traveling extensively and spending three years in Germany with the company. After 28 years, he retired in 1993 and moved to Russellville. He was a member of Victory Missionary Baptist Church and was preceded in death by his parents and a step-father, Earnest Young.
Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Margie Swysgood of Russellville; three sons and two daughters-in-law, David II and Diane Swysgood of Siloam Springs, Daniel and Elisabeth Swysgood of Wichita Falls, Texas, and Kevin Swysgood of Wichita, Kan.; a daughter and son-in-law, Karin and Don Grills of Violet Hill; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Carolyn and Bill Wilkins of Texarkana, Texas and Kathryn and Rick Craig of Springfield, Mo.; and 10 grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 27, 2013, at Victory Missionary Baptist Church officiated by the Rev. Doug Hambrick. Private burial by Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville was in Rest Haven Memorial Park.
Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
The online obituary and guest book are available at www.shinnfuneral.com.


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question: on this bike, with the sidestand down, would the engine crank and just not start....or.......would nothing happen until sidestand is brought up? I will check this in the A.M. Do not have bike with me this evening.
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Maybe we found our "caretaker", I'll take a QB that can run the O without TOs anyday.
Sanchez looked dazed & confused compared to Mac & that is scary considering he's had 3 and 1/2 years more experience.
I really liked Macs ball handling, looked very professional, you can tell the kid was a coaches son.
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If evolution is outlawed, only outlaws will evolve!
I'm going to my GF's father's house for some good eats, then working that evening. will be off in time to catch some fireworks. oooohhh.
Fireworks are legal here and on Fourth of July night it is like a war zone. The smoke hanging thick in the air. And if they run out fireworks? Guns work nicely.
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BRATTLEBORO -- A long way from the cubicles and corridors of the hit TV show "The Office" and even farther from the entertainment hubs of New York and Los Angeles, David Koechner found himself in Brattleboro this week doing a project for the sheer love of it.
Koechner, an actor and comedian best known as Todd Packer in "The Office" and Champ Kind in the "Anchorman" films, was in town to film "110 Llandaff," an indie film written and directed by New England Youth Theatre teacher and director Jane Baker, and featuring more than a dozen NEYT actors and actresses.
It also stars Koechner and Paula Pell, a writer and actress whose credits include "Saturday Night Live," "30 Rock" and "Parks & Recreation." Koechner and Apell, along with producer, Roberta Munroe, a veteran of the Sundance Film Festival, and other professionals on the crew, carved out time in their schedules for filming on locations on Putney Road and Spruce Street this week because ...
Well, because they believe in the project.
"I read the script, and I was crying after the first page, and I said 'I'm in,'" said Koechner, during a brief break from filming in Wednesday's blistering heat. "It's such a sweet, touching story. I felt compelled to do it."
Ditto for Apell, who had the added enticement of a chance to act with Koechner. The two had met on a project in 1995 and become friends but had never acted together until now.
"I heard that David Koechner would be my husband (in the film) and that clinched it for me," said Pell, journeying to Vermont for the first time.
Partly autiobiographical, "110 Llandaff" is set on July 4, 1975 and follows Mary "Jo" Parker, a 13-year-old tomboy, fifth of seven in a large Catholic family. Two of her brothers suffer from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and use wheelchairs, and "Jo" is struggling with feelings of self-discovery around her own sexuality, while her parents (Koechner and Pell) try to hold this dysfunctional family together with an odd mix of humor and stifling silence.
"It's a little bittersweet. It's a lot of reliving some difficult things," said Baker of the experience of filming scenes based on her childhood.
Still, she was glad that this project, which began when she started working on memoirs of her childhood a decade ago and evolved into the script, was coming to fruition, aided by $40,000 from an indiegogo crowdfunding campaign,
The project also had timely help from some friends in the entertainment industry, including Tina Fey.
It also benefits from Brattleboro, which has supplied not only a ready-made talent pool of polished actors -- the NEYT kids were shown to casting agents from New York City and approved for the project -- as well as from the wider community, which has provided everything from a groovy purple VW bus, retro furniture and period props to food for a hungry cast and crew.
"It's unusual to get this much community support for the project," said Koechner.
Amy's Bakery, Anon's, the Brattleboro Food Co-op, Commonwealth Dairy, Hardy Foard Catering, Fireworks, Leader Distribution Systems, Mocha Joe's, New England House, Peter Havens, Price Chopper, Sharon Myers Fine Catering, Shin La, The Marina, The Works, Top of the Hill Grill, Vermont Country Deli, Wendy's and Whetstone Station all contributed food. The Glennons and Tylers donated their houses, and countless others have stepped up.
"We just had a lot of support locally from Brattleboro. ... I think the entire town rallied around the film," said Munroe, who like Koechner and Pell was drawn to become producer because of Baker's script and the way she pitched it. "I thought it was funny and poignant, and I thought it was a super project."
Integral to making the project work are the young actors from NEYT, who have stepped into the hard work of making a film (with permission from administrators to miss a week of school) and handled themselves like pros.
"Yesterday, we shot in a van all day. All the kids, they had their lines down better than me," said Pell. "They're really sweet sweethearts."
"They're all really good," agreed Koechner.
Carrying a big load is 13-year-old Cassie Dunn, who plays "Jo," the character based on her friend and teacher Jane Baker.
"I'm very honored to play her. ... I have been friends with Jane a long time," said Dunn, who admits to being a bit nervous playing scenes alongside Koechner and Pell. "I'm a little bit scared of both of them because they're both so amazing."
Still, she wouldn't trade their eye-opening experience for any other.
"It's amazing how much goes into building a set. It's way more difficult than I ever expected it to be," she said of the 11- and 12-hour shooting days.
On Tuesday they spent seven hours shooting a scene that will run about a minute in the final cut. On Wednesday, in the heat, crew members rushed in to hold umbrellas to shield the actors from the sun as they waited on set outdoors at a picnic table between takes.
Koechner and Pell were expected to be in town for four days. When done, the 40-minute indie film will be presented for showing at festivals with the hope of enticing financial backers, for development as a film or television series.
In the meantime, there is still money to be raised. For more information and to become a backer, visit www.110llandaff.com.
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SNOW HILL – Planners thought outside the big box and have decided to redesign the long-planned Super Wal-Mart, intended to replace Berlin's standard Wal-Mart, changing the design to a more localized, attractive style.
Architect Gabriel Massa presented the new design to the Worcester County Planning Commission last week, seeking acceptance of the new plan.
The building was last before the Planning Commission in April 2006, and that design was only accepted after contentious discussion.
Wal-Mart has worked on improving its standard white-and-blue building over the last few years, said Mark Cropper, a local land use attorney representing the project.
Although he had doubts about presenting new plans to the Planning Commission after the lengthy discussions on the previous design, Cropper said he changed his mind when he saw the new elevations.
"I was less than aggressive in wanting to come back before the board. When I saw the elevation, I got to tell you I was pleasantly surprised," Cropper told the commission.
The new plans also reflect Worcester County's draft architectural guidelines, which have not yet been approved.
Until recently, Wal-Mart buildings featured cool colors and large signage, Massa said, but the megastore's new direction focuses on warm colors and human scale.
"What we walked away with from these guidelines in human scale is very important," Massa said.
The architect emphasized pedestrian friendliness, public spaces, reduced light pollution and a more local feel for the structure and surrounding spaces.
Brick and earth tones dominated the elevations shown to the Planning Commission. Smaller bronze signs took the place of massive blue ones. Awnings, both fabric and bronze, decorated the façade, with benches and plantings across the front. Instead of a chain link fence around the garden center, the new design used wrought iron.
The monument sign at the entrance would also be reduced in size, similar to the sign at the Applebee's restaurant near the Route 50 bridge. Of the building-mounted signs, only the store sign would be lit at night. The store sign will be only 377 square feet, versus 1,000 square feet. The new design also does away with 'pharmacy' and 'superstore' signs, as people know that Wal-Mart offers those services, Massa said.
The lighting around the store will be quite different, according to planners, focusing on downward directed light.
The new store will not have that glowing effect at night, said Wal-Mart regional counsel Tom Klein. Parking will also be constructed to new standards, said Cropper.
Massa looked at local buildings as described in the draft architectural guidelines, from Berlin to Ocean City.
"Every building has a base, a middle, and a top," he said.
Public spaces and pedestrian connectivity were important, as was a streetscape feel. The new building will have three entrances, breaking up the front wall, and coastal cornice details.
Trees and plantings will also soften the building.
"We're going to plant two very, very mature trees. We're not going to wait for them to mature," said Massa.
The building should age well, he said.
The new structure will also utilize green features, using half a million gallons of water less than other stores of the same size, according to Massa, and be 7 percent more energy efficient. Skylights will supplement electric lights.
Pre-cast concrete panels will be used to construct the walls, which will last longer, insulate better, and reduce construction noise and traffic.
"It's going to considerably reduce the construction time," Massa said.
The new Super Wal-Mart will be about 25,000 square feet smaller than the previous design. Plans call for the new store to be built behind the existing building, which would then be razed.
"It's mind boggling because it's so much better, especially the signs," said Planning Commission member H. Coston Gladding.
"It's an excellent job. I'm excited," said commission member Betty Smith.
The Planning Commission was not being asked for an official approval.
"We really wanted to have a sense of we're heading in the right direction with these new elevations," said Klein.
The commission accepted the elevations unanimously, although it emphasized that acceptance is not the same as approval, a matter for later in the process.


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The Menlo Park Fire Protection District (MPFPD) and the Menlo Park Firefighters Association, District 10 of I.A.F.F., Local 2400 are working together as partners to make positive changes and improvements which will benefit the firefighters, the District and the Community that we serve. With that commitment in mind, the District has developed a draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) as a starting point to return to the bargaining table. As part of the Fire Board's transparency policy to the community and their employee's , this draft MOU, along with related communications, and compensation packages have been posted to the District's web-site @ Web Link
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This is the way that public employee contracts should be negotiated
Original post made by Peter Carpenter, Atherton: Lindenwood, on Jul 25, 2012
The Menlo Park Fire Protection District (MPFPD) and the Menlo Park Firefighters Association, District 10 of I.A.F.F., Local 2400 are working together as partners to make positive changes and improvements which will benefit the firefighters, the District and the Community that we serve. With that commitment in mind, the District has developed a draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) as a starting point to return to the bargaining table. As part of the Fire Board's transparency policy to the community and their employee's , this draft MOU, along with related communications, and compensation packages have been posted to the District's web-site @ Web Link
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a resident of Atherton: Lindenwood
on Jul 26, 2012 at 8:32 am
Peter Carpenter is a registered user.
Surprise, surprise!! Here is the union's response - they won't even start negotiations!!
"After reviewing the elements of this draft MOU, Randy and I do not believe your current proposal is a starting point for us. We feel that there are realistically only two courses of actions that we can take. The first is that we participate in an informal mediation through PERB to mediate a starting point at which we could both mutually in good faith start to bargain or continue to wait for the ALJ to administer a ruling which we anticipate in the next 3-4 months."
Thank goodness we have an elected Fire Board that truly represents the citizens whom it serves and won't do the usual thing of starting negotiations by asking the union for a union proposal but has the wisdom to instead put its own proposal on the table first.
a resident of Menlo Park: Suburban Park/Lorelei Manor/Flood Park Triangle
on Jul 30, 2012 at 10:04 pm
What is the union waiting for? First they said they wanted an 11% raise. But then they said it was about being respected. There are 2 new members on the fire board -- both endorsed by the union. I don't get it -- 3+ years and no contract. What do they want now?
Other unions are making concessions in light of economic conditions. While I respect the work that fire fighters do, they should be grateful to even have a job and generous benefits.
a resident of Menlo Park: other
on Jul 30, 2012 at 10:17 pm
What do they want?
More money (supposed parity with other firefighters). More benefits. More control (we don't like our Fire Chief. He should be doing what we say. After all, "he's one of us.").
Don't believe me? Take their union president to lunch and ask him.
I did.
a resident of Menlo Park: Suburban Park/Lorelei Manor/Flood Park Triangle
on Jul 31, 2012 at 1:26 pm
To Menlo Voter --
When you had lunch with the union president, did you ask him why he thinks the fire fighters should get more money given the state of the economy?
a resident of Menlo Park: other
on Jul 31, 2012 at 2:47 pm
Yes I did ask. The bottom line was they want to be paid what adjacent agencies are being paid, so called "parity.". The problem with this approach is that it creates a never ending upward spiral. One agency gets a raise based on another agency's higher pay then another agency then another agency and another then another agency ad infinitum. And I had this conversation in 2009 when we the economy was deep in recession. The other thing he said as to why they should get a raise was the fire district is well funded and has the money.
a resident of Menlo Park: Suburban Park/Lorelei Manor/Flood Park Triangle
on Jul 31, 2012 at 10:18 pm
Thanks Menlo Voter; your assessment is accurate. This attitude seems consistent with what else I've heard about them.
a resident of Menlo Park: Central Menlo Park
on Aug 1, 2012 at 11:27 am
At some point I believe there needs to be a discussion about the revered and hero like worshiping of the fireman. Granted they put out fires (apparently only 2% and 4% of the time, as researched recently showed in two university studies), and granted they at times save lives. This is obviously admirable stuff. HOWEVER, for the general public to be held hostage by 11% increases, new equipment, more training costs etc., for an agency that is overblown, with FAR too many personnel and FAR too many costs, is unacceptable. How do we have a conversation about cutting back the number of firehouses (last count 4, possibly 5 in little ol' Menlo Park?), how bought contracting out the calls that are medical related to a much smaller unit of motorcycles, smaller cars, possibly vans, etc.? Do we really need a $500K piece of equipment to show up at the senior center, because someone fainted?? How 'bout a serious discussion about this bloated pension, that Jerry Brown and no one else touches, for fear of not receiving the union vote? Seriously, there is SO much waste in this agency, but no one wants to touch our "heros". We owe it to ourselves, and we owe it to the next generation to have the tough conversation! No private company would put up with this, and no private company would continue to be in business!
a resident of Menlo Park: other
on Aug 1, 2012 at 9:41 pm
sorry to disagree with you, but we have the number of firehouses which prudence requires. I don't have the exact stats, but I'm sure Peter Carpenter can chime in, but in order to have good response times in the case of fires and other emergencies we need the number of firehouses we have. When there is a car wreck requiring and extraction I'll take that $500k apparatus with all of the equipment needed to get my rear end out of the car. And so would you. In fact, I'd hazard a guess, that you are one of those that would scream a blue streak if only an ambulance showed up to your wreck with no way to get you out of the car.
Sorry, we need the firefighters in the numbers and the number of stations we have. What we DON'T "need" is to give them ridiculous pay raises and pensions that no one in the private sector could hope to have. When you have 300 qualified applicants showing up for every opening, basic economics tells you that you don't need to pay anything more than we already are to keep the supply of qualified applicants coming.
The interesting thing abut "qualified applicants" in this case is that some are more qualified than others. It is my understanding that if someone is not at least EMT certified they will not even be considered for a position. If someone has Paramedic training they are even higher on the hiring ladder. That training cost a lot of money and takes a lot of time. We have people paying for that training on their own in order to make themselves more "hireable." With that going on do we really need ot pay what we're paying? I think we could probably pay even less.
Dirty little secret about the fire service - they only work 10 days a month so many of them (a lot) have second jobs or their own businesses. Dave Bragg ring a bell? So, not only are these folks making outstanding wages, they're often making a quite nice second salary.
Sorry, but we could cut wages and ADD firefighters and we would still pay less money than we are now.
a resident of Menlo Park: Central Menlo Park
on Aug 1, 2012 at 10:16 pm
I respect your comments Menlo Voter, and do agree with all of them. Still question the number of stations, and the need to go to every call with a $500K rig. Could not a fully stocked motorcycle, or smaller ambulance handle some of the med calls? It just seems more fuel efficient, and heck maybe faster?
Your ideas about the comp are dead on, no complaints here. In fact, there could be an argument made to make it illegal to have a second job, or they should get some type of deduction in their salaries, particularly AFTER they are receiving their expensive pensions.
Again, how do you effectively have a discussion about the "heros"? Difficult to do with the way the media would portray this.
a resident of Menlo Park: Suburban Park/Lorelei Manor/Flood Park Triangle
on Aug 1, 2012 at 10:31 pm
I would surmise the fire service much like law enforcement could be managed more efficiently. We don't really need as many fire departments as there are in the county (just like we don't need 18+ police departments).
If local government were truly serious about cost savings, there are many steps that could be taken. However, it's much easier to talk than do. Nobody (current elected officials and city leaders) aren't willing to get tough with consolidation and other cost saving measures. I do believe that some of Menlo Fire's past and present board members advocated for consolidation.
Consolidation could downsize the number of chief officers, possibly fire fighters, and diversify the type of response vehicles needed.
a resident of Menlo Park: other
on Aug 2, 2012 at 7:00 am
Unfortunately, you don't always know what you're going to need on a particular call. People that call 911 are often excited or hysterical and do not accurately convey what has or is happening. Better to arrive over equipped in those situations than under equipped, then have to wait for the dispatch and arrival of another piece of apparatus. All the while someone could be expiring.
a resident of Menlo Park: Central Menlo Park
on Aug 2, 2012 at 11:06 am
I hear you Menlo Voter, but there are several counties and states across the country that have figured it out, and privatized it, or made it much more efficient. However again, once you start down the road of their bloated pensions, number of personnel, fancy equipment etc., you get accused of being un-American or a complete idiot. I think more people would start to understand the issue, if they saw the costs as it relates to their taxes, and how it relates to a private business. An individual trying to get elected these days without the support of the fire guys, or the SEIU, etc..........they can forget about being elected. Therein lies the problem.
a resident of Menlo Park: Suburban Park/Lorelei Manor/Flood Park Triangle
on Aug 2, 2012 at 11:09 am
You hit the nail on the head: "Consolidation......" The Firefighter's in the county and specifically in Menlo Park have been working towards a County Wide Fire Dept for 30+ years!! Only recently have a couple Fire Board Members joined this fight. So on this issue most everyone seems to be on the same page. This could save the county $10s of millions almost immediately.
This is the second shot you have fired at me in the media and have been dodging a meeting with me ever since. I have contacted you several times to set up a meeting to discuss my candidacy and view points and you have been too "busy" for me. I believe that you will be pleasantly surprised with my stance on many issues.
I really am a candidate that can represent all sides fairly. Learn more about me at www.davebragg.com
a resident of Menlo Park: Suburban Park/Lorelei Manor/Flood Park Triangle
on Aug 2, 2012 at 11:41 am
Small correction to my last post. "Lee" was supposed to read "Menlo Voter" One shot was from Lee Duboc herself, and this was from "Menlo Voter".
It is possible some else also uses that handle. So Menlo Voter and Lee Duboc, I would love to meet with you and earn your vote.
Thank You
a resident of another community
on Aug 2, 2012 at 12:36 pm
from redwood city---instead of comparing the firefighter job to other firefighter organizations compare them to other jobs (as similar as possible--I acknowledge this is not easy) in the private sector..it is commonly called job evaluation, the way it is done now is like a run away train.
a resident of another community
on Aug 2, 2012 at 12:54 pm
Will they use this same comparison strategy when the other communities are reducing salaries? Nah, that wouldn't be fair.....
a resident of Menlo Park: other
on Aug 2, 2012 at 2:33 pm
Believe me, I am trying to find clear space in my schedule to meet with you. Fortunately for us construction is picking up! Unfortunately for me one of my jobs is in SF with another in Saratoga and another in Los Altos Hills I spend a ridiculaous amount of time on the road. I'll be in touch.
a resident of Menlo Park: Suburban Park/Lorelei Manor/Flood Park Triangle
on Aug 2, 2012 at 10:38 pm
To Mr. Bragg -- if as you say the fire fighters in the county have been working on consolidation for 30 years why hasn't there more progress?
a resident of Atherton: Lindenwood
on Aug 3, 2012 at 3:11 am
Peter Carpenter is a registered user.
The ONLY obstacle to wide area consolidation is that the majority of current elected local officials are, sadly, unwilling to give up their personal power in order to achieve significant public savings.
a resident of another community
on Aug 3, 2012 at 11:18 am
Peter - do you have the time & inclination to further explain your above comment? Do you mean it wouldn't even be something we residents can vote on becaus they wouldn't let it get that far? How would they lose power by allowing consolidation?
a resident of Atherton: Lindenwood
on Aug 3, 2012 at 11:28 am
Peter Carpenter is a registered user.
Most elected and appointed officials, and most business executives, view the size of the budgets they control and the number of people in 'their' organizations as measures of their power.
IF there were enough concerned taxpayers then they could put the matter of consolidation on the ballot - sadly most people simply do not care so inertia and the status quo will rule the day. I am unaware of any citizen even raising the issue of consolidation during public comment periods of city councils or the board of supervisors. The firefighters union and the MPFPD Board are the only entities that have tried to encourage consolidation.
a resident of another community
on Aug 4, 2012 at 1:35 pm
Peter - thank you for your response. I guess I was thinking that there might be more esoteric reasons than the ones your stated for politicians to be against it.
I understand that the model currently at work can be considered outdated in many ways, but that the other view is that "if it's not broke, don't fix it." Unfortunately, we all may be broke too late in the game.
a resident of Atherton: Lindenwood
on Aug 7, 2012 at 11:25 pm
Peter Carpenter is a registered user.
After the union refused to even discuss the Fire District's latest MOU proposal (remember that the union has refused to negotiate for almost 3 years) the Fire Chief has made this offer:
"Thank you for your letter of July 22. I look forward to working with you both as we continue towards a solid, professional relationship. In your letter, you state that you do not believe the Draft MOU I gave you is a starting point for you. The Draft MOU is intended to be a starting point in that it is based on your current compensation and benefit package.
The District would certainly like to engage in mediation in an effort to return to the bargaining table for the purpose of negotiating an agreement. The District recommends that we seek to engage a mediator from the State Mediation & Conciliation Service (SMCS) in order to facilitate such a discussion.
Please let me know if you would be interested in obtaining the assistance of SMCS, and we can work to make the necessary arrangements."
Clearly the Fire District is bending over backwards to get the union back to the table - but it is not willing to agree in advance to the union's outrageous demands -"The Draft MOU is intended to be a starting point in that it is based on your current compensation and benefit package. "
Perhaps it is time for the Fire Board to consider drafting an RFP soliciting bidders to provide services to the District - even the union could submit its bid.
a resident of Menlo Park: Suburban Park/Lorelei Manor/Flood Park Triangle
on Aug 8, 2012 at 11:12 pm
One option would be to give the union everything they want and then see how long the FD stays solvent. Given that a number of CA cities are filing for bankruptcy because of unsustainable costs, which includes salaries and benefits, how long do the fire fighters think the money will last?
Really -- 3 years without a contract?! Do I hear 4, 5..... At what point do they just become spoiled brats?
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