Community Events

September in Vermont is the Fairest Month

“And every fair from fair sometime declines.” Except in Vermont. Obviously, the Bard had never been here in September. September in Vermont feels like a reward for good behavior. It’s like a long weekend after a particularly challenging workweek. The harvest is in, the kids are back at school, the air smells of apples. It’s time to celebrate.

Which is exactly what Vermonters do this time of year. Fairs and Festivals crisscross the state. I thought I’d mention a few here, in case you want to make plans.Read More…

Middlebury Area Land Trust and National Trails Day

Community Events, Living In Vermont

As Vermonters we show our love for our Green Mountain State in many ways: we relish the outdoors, we flock to summer festivals, we hike, we eat local food, we brag, we share photos, the list goes on and on. But one thing that brings out our greatest sense ofRead More…

Run Vermont, Run! Middlebury Maple Run, Vermont City Marathon…

Community Events, Living In Vermont

Vermont was ranked the healthiest state in the country in 2012 and 2011 – this is because we like to go outside and play in all seasons. In winter, we ski like banshees, in summer we sail and swim. Spring is the season for marathons – we need to burn off that extra sweet something we put on during maple season when there’s not enough snow to ski and its too muddy to hike.Read More…

One World Library Project in Bristol, VT

Community Events, Organizations

The One-World Library Project is a “world library within a library” with a collection of books, films, and other media about world cultures. OWLP items are available for community members to check out at the Lawrence Memorial Library in Bristol. The …Read More…

One World Library Project in Bristol, VT

Community Events, Organizations

The One-World Library Project is a “world library within a library” with a collection of books, films, and other media about world cultures. OWLP items are available for community members to check out at the Lawrence Memorial Library in Bristol. The …Read More…

Visit Norma’s Restaurant at Topnotch Resort for VT Restaurant Week

Community Events, Eating Well in VT

Vermont Restaurant Week runs from May 14-20 this year, and is a perfect opportunity to visit myriad restaurants throughout the state at an awesome price, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Vermont Foodbank. You can’t go wrong visiting any …Read More…

Visit Norma’s Restaurant at Topnotch Resort for VT Restaurant Week

Community Events, Eating Well in VT

Vermont Restaurant Week runs from May 14-20 this year, and is a perfect opportunity to visit myriad restaurants throughout the state at an awesome price, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Vermont Foodbank. You can’t go wrong visiting any …Read More…