WALDEN – On Sunday, Feb. 19, Cole’s Pond Sledders will have their annual sourdough pancake brunch at the Methodist Church located at 109 Noyestar Road. Hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The menu includes pancakes, eggs, bacon and sausage.
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Lamoille County Players Hold Auditions for “August: Osage County”
HYDE PARK – The Lamoille County Players will hold auditions for their spring drama “August: Osage County.” Auditions will be held on February 18 and 19 at 1 p.m., at the Hyde Park Opera House. Performance dates are May 5 to May 7 and May 12 to May 14. When[Read More…]
Intro to Bookbinding on Feb. 16
HARDWICK – Four sessions that introduce the Coptic bookbinding stitch, led by Ken Leslie, will begin Thursday, Feb. 16, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at GRACE, 59 Mill St. Succeeding sessions will be held on February 16 and 23, and on March 2 and 9. The workshop is suitable[Read More…]
Discussion Explores “The Most Costly Journey”
GREENSBORO – Greensboro Free Library will host a discussion of the current Vermont Reads selection, “The Most Costly Journey,” on Thursday, Feb. 16, at 7 p.m. The journey is one made by Vermont’s migrant farm workers who travel from southern Mexico and Central America to work on Vermont farms. Their[Read More…]
No-Till and Cover Crop Conference on March 2
SOUTH BURLINGTON – The 2023 No-Till and Cover Crop Conference, set for March 2 in South Burlington, will provide information and research updates to farmers and field crop growers on cover crop and manure management. The conference will be hosted by University of Vermont (UVM) Extension’s Northwest Crops and Soils[Read More…]
Organic Dairy Conference Planned for March 9
RANDOLPH CENTER – Farmers who register for the 2023 Vermont Organic Dairy Producers Conference will learn about strategies to manage high feed costs, satellite imagery for better pasture management and research on bedding and mastitis, among other topics. The eleventh annual conference will be held March 9 in Judd Hall[Read More…]
Ski and Snowshoe Outing Set for Feb. 26
NEWPORT – The Memphremagog Watershed Association (MWA) will host a ski and snowshoe outing at the Bluffside farm in Newport, on Sunday, Feb. 26, from 10 a.m. to noon. The outing event will meander through forestland and agricultural lands along the shores of Lake Memphremagog. Stops will be made during[Read More…]
Tips to Stay Safe When Working in Extreme Cold
MONTPELIER – The Vermont Department of Labor reminds employers and those working outside, to make sure they’re prepared for frigid temperatures in the region. “It’s important for all of us to recognize the warning signs of things like frostbite and make sure we’re doing all we can to stay safe[Read More…]
Blechner Calling at Feb. 18 Contra Dance
MONTPELIER – At the Montpelier Contra Dance on February 18, Julian Blechner will call with tunes by Dave Langford and Colin McCaffrey. All are welcome to the Capital City Grange, with newcomers lesson at 7:40 p.m., gender-neutral role terms used, and all dances taught. Dances begin at 8 p.m. Bring[Read More…]
Shrub and Tree Order Deadline March 10
CABOT – The 25th Annual Shrub and Tree Sale is underway, supporting the Cabot, Marshfield, and Plainfield Conservation Commissions. This is an opportunity to purchase garden and yard trees, fruits, and shrubs that have been selected for their benefits to wildlife and pollinators, including a wide variety of berries and[Read More…]
Human Potluck on Feb. 11
CABOT – The Cabot Public Library will host Salon Black Walnut to present The Human Potluck in celebration of Black History Month. This family-friendly event will take place Saturday, Feb. 11, from noon to 2 p.m., on the third floor of the Willey Building. Bring a dish to share, make[Read More…]
Digital Culture Class at Twin Valley Senior Center
EAST MONTPELIER – A free introductory digital culture class to learn skills to help use the internet to contact lawmakers, learn more about health-related topics, contact and stay in touch with friends, family and more will be presented during a five-week course at Twin Valley Senior Center. The classes are[Read More…]


