ST. JOHNSBURY – Northeast Kingdom resident Bob Amos explores his ancestors’ multi-generational relationship with historical icon Harriet Tubman on Thursday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m., at the St. Johnsbury Anthenaeum. Well-known as a musician and songwriter, he has also pursued a passionate interest in family history. Amos’ New York ancestors were instrumental in preserving Tubman’s[Read More…]
Events
Events
Historical Society Winter Meeting, March 2
GREENSBORO – Sunday, March 2, at 2 p.m., in Fellowship Hall at the Greensboro United Church of Christ, 165 Wilson Street, the alumni of Greensboro High School will gather to share stories of their school days in the 1950s and 1960s. Photos and memorabilia from the alumni and historical society[Read More…]
Library Fundraiser February 26 to March 4
CRAFTSBURY – The Craftsbury Public Library partners with the Owens-Van Akkeren homestead and Orienteering USA for the annual “Treasure the Library” snowshoe and ski adventure. From February 26 to March 4 (weather permitting), participants can explore trails, find literary and culinary treasures and support the library. This event is for individuals[Read More…]
Talk on Neo-Humanist Education, March 7
MARSHFIELD – Kathleen Kesson will discuss the future of education on Friday, March 7, 7 p.m., at the Jaquith Public Library. Kesson who will talk about neo-humanist education, is professor emeritus (LIU-Brooklyn), former director of education at Goddard College, and founding director of the John Dewey Project on Progressive Education[Read More…]
Off-grid Roundtable, March 8
ST. JOHNSBURY – An off-grid roundtable, for those who live off the grid or in need of advice, will be held Saturday, March 8, 1:30 p.m., at the St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, in the upstairs gallery. Current off-gridders, people who are thinking about off-grid living or homesteading, or people who are[Read More…]
Pizza, Energy Presentations, March 8
CRAFTSBURY — Saturday, March 8, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Craftsbury Town Hall, the Craftsbury and Glover Energy Committees, Albany Planning Commission and the Greensboro Energy and Climate Action Committee will host presentations by Vermont Energy Education Program (VEEP) and Efficiency Vermont. At 10:30 a.m. VEEP will hold a hands-on workshop on “Home Heat Transfer”. The workshop will have activities for participants to learn about[Read More…]
Baguette-making, March 8
CRAFTSBURY – A session on baguette-making will be held March 8, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., at United Church of Craftsbury. This is a Grow Your Own workshop led by Martha Machia, who works at Salvation Farms and has worked for bakeries in the area including Red Hen. She will lead[Read More…]
Readings by Author Martin, March 12
ST. JOHNSBURY – Children’s book author David Martin of Lyndon (“Peep and Ducky”) has released a collection of five non-fiction stories for grown ups. In “David’s Stories,” he’s written about real things that happened in Vermont, and one piece about his travels to Africa. “David’s Stories” features humor in the hills, mystery, and armchair travel.[Read More…]
Robinson to Play, March 14
HARDWICK— On Friday, March 14, 7 p.m., the Civic Standard will host a living room concert by Dana Robinson at 42 S. Main Street. Admission is by donation. RSVP’s are appreciated, and can be sent to [email protected]
Chess Selection Tournament, March 29
HYDE PARK – The selection tournament for Vermont’s nominees to the national Denker, Haring, Barber and Rockefeller Invitationals will be held Saturday, March 29, beginning at 10 a.m., at Lamoille Union High School. This tournament is open to Vermont students in grades K to 12. Participants must be Vermont[Read More…]
Springfest Scheduled for May 23-24
HARDWICK— On Friday, May 23, at Atkins Field from 3 to 10 p.m., Springfest will kick off with a Hardwick Farmers Market with food vendors, followed by an evening concert and dance party at the Atkins Pavilion. The grand marshal reception will be held at the Hardwick Town House. On Saturday, May[Read More…]
Local Artists Cover the Walls of the Hardwick Inn
HARDWICK – The Third Floor Gallery at the Hardwick Inn is sponsoring a building-wide show on all three floors, celebrating the work of many local artists. Third graders under the direction of Beth LeCours have made masks out of painted cardboard that jump off the walls. Established artist and drawing[Read More…]
