The West Brattleboro Association is celebrating another successful barbecue. To raise funds for programs that help our neighbors and our neighborhood, we sold 216 half chickens over Columbus Day weekend.
We could not have done it without the support of our generous members and sponsors, including Joe Jewett, who gave up part of his birthday to mix up his signature marinade and serve as head chef; Tim Cuthbertson, who coordinated the event and shared chef duties; Helen Robb, who baked many, many beans—and the rest of the Robb family, including Charlie Robb Jr., who helped with the cooking; Mary Durland, whose giant bowls of slaw rounded out a delicious meal; Carl Hirth, Kris McDermet, Stewart McDermet, and Lynette Hamilton for rounding out the crew; and Barbara Gentry, of Dynamic Words, for promoting the event.
Special thanks go to the Chelsea Royal Diner for supplying take-out containers, Leader Home Center for donating charcoal, and the West Brattleboro Congregational Church for sharing their space and their cookers.
Most of all, we thank the community members who came and enjoyed the food on this beautiful day. Our happy customers and the picture-perfect setting remind us how lucky we are every year!
–Michael Bosworth, West Brattleboro Association
