Leisure

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...

Walkers participate in the AIDS Walk for Life several years ago.

AIDS walk scheduled to take place this weekend

The AIDS Project of Southern Vermont (APSVT) will host the 39th annual Ron and Shirley Squires AIDS Walk on Saturday, May 23, from 10 am to 12 pm, at Centre Congregational Church, 193 Main Street. This year’s walk will honor Sue Conley’s commitment to HIV/AIDS advocacy, harm reduction, and...

Wardsboro Library’s annual plant sale this weekend

It is a long standing tradition that the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend is plant sale day at the Wardsboro Public Library. This year, that will be May 23, from 9 am to 1 pm, rain or shine. As always, there will be a bake sale tent, and the library’s used book barn will be open as well. The...

The two-story building, far right, accommodated many functions over the years. It collapsed in the spring of 2008.

MOOver presents "45 Mill Street" as part of Vermont’s 250th anniversary

The MOOver will present "45 Mill Street" on Wednesday, May 27, at 7 pm, at the MOOver’s facility on 45 Mill Street. As part of Vermont’s 250th anniversary celebration, MOOver CEO Randy Schoonmaker will present a history of the site from 1914-2014. It is a great story featuring interesting...

Guilford Memorial Day pie sale Saturday, May 23

A spring tradition, the Memorial Day Weekend pie sale of the Guilford Community Church, will be held on Saturday morning, May 25, from 9 am to 12 pm, at 14 Guilford Center Road. This spring, church volunteers will set a record for the number of varieties of homemade pies being offered....

Stroll Back in Time Memorial Day weekend

With the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, Stroll Back in Time during the first village stroll of the season over Memorial Day Weekend. This event will take place on Saturday, May 23, from 4 to 6 pm, and will highlight Wilmington’s rich history and early American...

Small lake sailing can be a tranquil experience.

Limited moorings at Ward’s Cove available from sailing club

The Windham Sailing Club is accepting applications for sailboat moorings for the 2026 season. There are a limited number of mooring spots available for 20-foot-long or smaller sailboats at Ward’s Cove on Lake Whitingham. The lake is owned by Great River Hydro, LLC, and all users are expected...

Church rummage sale

The Jacksonville Community Church is hosting their biannual rummage and tag sale on Friday, May 22, from 9 am to 2 pm, and Saturday, May 23, from 9 am to 12 pm, at 111 Route 112 in Jacksonville. There will be yummy baked goods, tag sale treasures, and huge array of clothing. Contact Wanda at (...

Senior meal at Halifax Community Hall

On Friday, May 15, the monthly senior meal will be served at the Halifax Community Hall, 20 Brook Road. The menu will feature fresh salad, stir-fried chicken, mixed rice, rolls, and dessert. Come at 11:30 am to socialize and enjoy an appetizer. The main meal will begin around noon. A suggested $4...