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Village Garage gin

Village Garage Distillery ranks top spirits competition

At the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC), Village Garage Distillery was awarded a gold medal for its Village House Gin in the category of American Gin, and a silver medal for its Village Bourbon in the small-batch bourbon category. In addition to these accolades, Village Bonfire,...

OSEC announces summer programs

The middle school summer recreation program (summer rec), serving all area youth entering grades 6 through 8, will be held at the Old School Enrichment Center (OSEC) from Monday, June 29 through Friday, July 31, 9 am to 12 pm, with Friday field trips until 4 pm. The goals of the program are to...

Forest of Melody at BEEC

Fundraiser will support environmental education and conservation efforts

Bonnyvale Environmental Education Center (BEEC), 1221 Bonnyvale Road, invites the community to experience “Forest of Melody,” a micromusic festival and summer solstice fundraiser, where live music and nature intertwine across the center’s hillside trails. The event will take place on Thursday,...

Senior meal at Community Hall this Friday

On Friday, June 19, the monthly senior meal will be served at the Halifax Community Hall, 20 Brook Road. The menu for the annual indoor picnic will feature fresh fruit ambrosia; hamburgers, hot dogs, and sausage with rolls, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles; potato salad; Texas beans; and...

Crosier family history in Halifax to be discussed

On Sunday, June 21, at 5 pm, Paul Crosier will discuss the history of the Crosier family at the Halifax Union Society, 44 Stowe Mountain Road. The talk will focus in particular on Crosier’s father, Lawrence E. (Larry) Crosier, who became a member of the Society as a child. Brothers John and...

Wilmington 250 committee welcomes historians, archaeologist, and author

The Vermont 250 Town of Wilmington Committee announces its June events. On Sunday, June 14, at 2 pm, local historian James Dassatti will give a presentation at the Wilmington Town Hall, 2 East Main Street, on “Living the Colonial Life.” A graduate of Norwich University,...

Practicing water safety precautions save lives

MONTPELIER - As warmer weather returns to Vermont, state officials and partners are reminding residents and visitors to take extra precautions when swimming and paddling this spring. Despite sometimes mild air temperatures, waters remain dangerously cold and fast-moving, increasing the risk of...

Robert Goodby to speak on local Abenaki history

WILLIAMSVILLE - The Historical Society of Windham County will host a program exploring the history of the Abenaki people in this region. Professor Robert Goodby, of Franklin Pierce University in New Hampshire, will share some of the extensive knowledge gained while leading a number of...

Brooks Library offers free e-bike rentals

Curious about an e-bike? Try one for free with a library card. Each bike has an electric assist, meaing it requires pedaling, with a 40-70 mile range between charges. Three e-bikes are now available to reserve. E-bikes must be picked up on a Friday and returned on the following Wednesday;...

Over the last 20-plus years, RKMC VT2's fundraisers have helped purchase an average of $4,000 in gas cards per year, distributing more than 150 cards to individuals annually.

Vermont Chapter II of the Red Knights fundraiser ride scheduled for June 27

In 2001, a small group of active and retired firefighters joined together to create the Vermont Chapter II of the Red Knights (RKMC VT2) in Southern VT/NH. The Red Knights are an international organization of firefighters who enjoy riding motorcycles. To continue to serve the community, RKMC...