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Deerfield Valley Blueberry Festival returns for a 16th year
WILMINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - The 16th annual Deerfield Valley Blueberry Festival kicks off on Friday with festivities running through next week. The week of events includes everything from street fairs, parades, a block party, and even a pancake breakfast. The festivities start on Friday night with live music and a...
Kinhaven Concert Hall expansion milestone
WESTON, Vt. – On Saturday, July 13, Kinhaven Music School held a groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion of its concert hall. The nonprofit organization announced that it has raised $1 million toward its capital campaign, reaching an important milestone toward its $2 million goal. “This is an important step...
Rockingham Library Home Energy Forum
BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – On Wednesday, July 31, from 6:30-8 p.m., at the Rockingham Library in Bellows Falls, Vt., the Rockingham Energy Committee offers an installment of their Home Energy Forum, focusing on when it makes sense to replace the windows in a home, and if it does, the options for new windows, including their energy efficiency and “payback time,” when their energy savings will equal their cost. The speaker will be Brian Knowles from WW Building Supply in Newfane, who has long experience in working with builders and customers in the selection of windows. Participants can also join via Zoom at meeting ID 828 0438 9641, passcode 123456.
Climate Solutions Caucus coming to Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – After several busy months, the 2024 legislative session has come to a close. This summer, the Vermont General Assembly’s Climate Solutions Caucus is on tour, and you’re invited to attend. On Tuesday, July 30, at 5 p.m., at the Black River Innovation Campus (BRIC),...
Tech time with Matt at Fletcher Memorial Library
LUDLOW, Vt. – Fletcher Memorial Library will host Tech Time with Matt Sydorowich of Sydscompufix, on Saturday, Aug. 3, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Matt will offer one-on-one assistance with your device, phone, or computer. Please call the library at 802-228-8921 to register. Sydscompufix offers computer repairs...
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