SVMC's Wellness Connection: Sept. 27

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September 27, 2024

A Note to Our Readers: 'Living Better'

In partnership with Dartmouth Health, our Wellness Connection newsletter will be changing to a bi-weekly format starting next month. If you enjoy Southwestern Vermont Medical Center’s Wellness Connection e-newsletter, we encourage you to sign up for Dartmouth Health's Living Better biweekly email. Every other week, Living Better explores one health topic from a number of different angles.

Celebrate Healthy Aging

It’s never too late to strive for a healthier lifestyle and September (aka Healthy Aging Month) is the perfect time to make a plan. SVMC’s Chief Nursing Officer Pamela Duchene shares tips for maintaining your physical and emotional health so you can make the most of your second act.

SVMC Flu Clinics

When it comes to flu shots, the expression ‘the earlier the better’ 100% applies. With flu activity typically ticking up in October, NOW is the time to schedule shots for you and your family. Get vaccinated and get protected!

Sasquatch Search Comes to Bennington

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center has partnered with other community organizations and businesses to launch the Bennington Sasquatch Search on Saturday, Oct. 12. The event encourages kids and families to play outside and explore the mysteries of Sasquatch. Otherwise known as Bigfoot, Sasquatch is a mythical biped who holds a special place in Vermont folklore and pop culture.

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CAT-TV: Tell Your Story in 60 Seconds

01:22PM / Wednesday, September 16, 2026

BENNINGTON, Vt. — There's still time to make a movie — and it only needs to be one minute long.

CAT-TV and GNAT-TV are inviting local filmmakers, students, families, first-time creators and experienced storytellers to take part in the competitive 2026 Shires 1-Minute Film Fest.

The idea is simple: create an original film that is 60 seconds or less and submit it by the extended deadline of Oct. 9.

"We really want people to know this is something anyone can try," said William Gardner of CAT-TV. "You don't need to think of yourself as a filmmaker or have expensive equipment. Come up with an idea, grab your phone and see what you can create. Sixty seconds goes by pretty quickly."

Films can be funny, dramatic, documentary-style, animated, experimental, heartfelt, strange or something completely unexpected. You do not need professional equipment or filmmaking experience to participate. A phone, camera or tablet and a good idea are enough to get started.

The festival is open to all ages and experience levels. Films must be original, 60 seconds or less and appropriate for a public community screening. Participants should also follow the festival theme and/or dialogue choices and review the complete submission guidelines before entering.

And with the submission deadline getting close, there is a little extra incentive to finally make that film you have been thinking about.

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