Wednesday, April 1
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesdays April 1 – June 10 (no session April 22)
For children ages 0-5 with parent or caregiver
Free (donations welcome) | registration not required

dad and child play with bubbles at robin's nest nature playgroupRobin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is a free activity for families to gather, learn, and play in nature. Guided by the idea that children need to spend ample time outdoors, we offer a community experience in the world of nature and will model ways the natural environment can be used as a tool for learning and play.

Engaging with nature’s seasonal offerings stimulates curiosity and   ...

Wednesday, April 1
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesdays April 1 – June 10 (no session April 22)
For children ages 0-5 with parent or caregiver
Free (donations welcome) | registration not required

dad and child play with bubbles at robin's nest nature playgroupRobin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is a free activity for families to gather, learn, and play in nature. Guided by the idea that children need to spend ample time outdoors, we offer a community experience in the world of nature and will model ways the natural environment can be used as a tool for learning and play.

Engaging with nature’s seasonal offerings stimulates curiosity and a sense of wonder while fostering self-confidence and empathy for all living things. Join us for 2 hours of spontaneous play, exploration, discovery, song, nature inspired crafts, and oral storytelling.

Play, dig, build and grow alongside your child
Learn how to stay comfortable while getting messy in any weather
Connect with other families with young children
This program is entirely outside, so be prepared with water, snacks, and clothing for staying comfortable and getting wet!

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Farmers Night will conclude the 2026 performing artists series with
Judevine: The Poetry of a Place & Its People — Nadine Budbill and the “David Budbill Braintrust” Presented by Vermont Humanities. Join David Budbill’s daughter and literary executor Nadine Budbill—along with actors Abby Paige and Mark S. Roberts—for a dramatic reading and discussion of the poetry that became David Budbill’s Judevine. In the 1970’s, beloved Vermont author David Budbill—then a recent arrival to Wolcott, Vermont—was inspired by his own working-class background to shine a light on the lives of his new neighbors who were, in turns, beautiful, ingenious, struggling, and unseen.

Farmers Night will conclude the 2026 performing artists series with
Judevine: The Poetry of a Place & Its People — Nadine Budbill and the “David Budbill Braintrust” Presented by Vermont Humanities. Join David Budbill’s daughter and literary executor Nadine Budbill—along with actors Abby Paige and Mark S. Roberts—for a dramatic reading and discussion of the poetry that became David Budbill’s Judevine. In the 1970’s, beloved Vermont author David Budbill—then a recent arrival to Wolcott, Vermont—was inspired by his own working-class background to shine a light on the lives of his new neighbors who were, in turns, beautiful, ingenious, struggling, and unseen.
The Farmers Night Concert Series is a longstanding State House tradition which goes back over 100 years to a time when lawmakers entertained themselves in the House Chamber mid-week while away from home. Artists from around the state, in genres ranging from classical music to bluegrass to spoken word, perform in the well of the House Chamber each Wednesday night at 7:30 during the legislative session. Doors open at 7:00 pm. All concerts are FREE and open to the public.

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This well-deserved retrospective Heart and Eye - World Photography by Elliot Burg is a journey into an artist’s life through captured moments. Very few of us have had an opportunity to explore parts of the globe during specific times of political unrest, Carnival, floods or to witness poignant athletic achievements. Elliot Burg’s candid compositions have been created over the last 10 years and they take us to memorable places through the lens of portraiture. This is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to experience these arresting images—some exotic, and others poignant— yet all are revealing and intimate. The Opening Reception and Montpelier Art Walk is Friday, April 3 from 4:30 to    ...

This well-deserved retrospective Heart and Eye - World Photography by Elliot Burg is a journey into an artist’s life through captured moments. Very few of us have had an opportunity to explore parts of the globe during specific times of political unrest, Carnival, floods or to witness poignant athletic achievements. Elliot Burg’s candid compositions have been created over the last 10 years and they take us to memorable places through the lens of portraiture. This is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to experience these arresting images—some exotic, and others poignant— yet all are revealing and intimate. The Opening Reception and Montpelier Art Walk is Friday, April 3 from 4:30 to 7:00 pm at the Vermont Supreme Court Gallery with Artist Remarks at 6:00 p.m. All artist receptions at the Vermont Supreme Court Gallery are free and open to the public. Food and drink will be served.

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The next Montpelier Art Walk is coming up on April 3, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. This event is a fantastic way to get a taste of the local art scene in our sweet city.

During Art Walk, Artisans Hand is excited to feature the work of Montpelier Made, a student-run company operating at Montpelier High School. In this entrepreneurial and collaborative program, students design, market, and sell their own work.

Students founded the business and pride themselves in offering handcrafted, high-quality wood products. They prefer to use locally-sourced and recycled materials whenever possible. The product range includes Adirondack chairs, cutting boards, planters, and   ...

The next Montpelier Art Walk is coming up on April 3, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. This event is a fantastic way to get a taste of the local art scene in our sweet city.

During Art Walk, Artisans Hand is excited to feature the work of Montpelier Made, a student-run company operating at Montpelier High School. In this entrepreneurial and collaborative program, students design, market, and sell their own work.

Students founded the business and pride themselves in offering handcrafted, high-quality wood products. They prefer to use locally-sourced and recycled materials whenever possible. The product range includes Adirondack chairs, cutting boards, planters, and benches.

A portion of organization’s profits are donated to local central Vermont charities, which makes this an especially feel-good venture.

After Art Walk, Montpelier Made’s work will be on display at the gallery throughout the month of April.

Guidebooks will be available in the gallery, so be sure to stop by and get yours!

We look forward to seeing you!

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On Friday, April 3rd, VNRC will host a reception for artist Tom Leytham as part of Montpelier Art Walk. Tom’s exhibit, “Outside Lies the Magic”, features national award-winning transparent watercolors capturing the quickly disappearing world around us, including remnants of Vermont's working landscape that once held factories, granaries, mills and mines. Tom will be on-site to discuss the technique and inspiration behind his work.

First drawn and then rendered in watercolor, Tom’s paintings use the whiteness of the paper to "magnify the elements of construction and deconstruction and to focus on telling details". He is "especially drawn to relics of everyday life    ...

On Friday, April 3rd, VNRC will host a reception for artist Tom Leytham as part of Montpelier Art Walk. Tom’s exhibit, “Outside Lies the Magic”, features national award-winning transparent watercolors capturing the quickly disappearing world around us, including remnants of Vermont's working landscape that once held factories, granaries, mills and mines. Tom will be on-site to discuss the technique and inspiration behind his work.

First drawn and then rendered in watercolor, Tom’s paintings use the whiteness of the paper to "magnify the elements of construction and deconstruction and to focus on telling details". He is "especially drawn to relics of everyday life that are hiding in plain sight, be it junked vehicles, old stone walls, abandoned buildings, bridges and structures, but also life cycles of bugs, flowers and other phenomena in the process of transition".

In addition to his exhibit at VNRC, Tom's works are on display in the permanent collection of the Vermont Statehouse and in private collections across the state and beyond.

Doors will be open to the public between 4:00 and 7:00 pm. Light refreshments, including homemade baked goods, will be served while supplies last.

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WIZARD OF OZ on stage in Montpelier!

PERFORMANCES:
APRIL 3rd at 7pm
April 4th at 3pm
April 5th at 3pm

Vermont Youth Theater celebrates friendship, song and dance with this beloved story for the whole family. Enchanting singers and actors, ages 6-16, from Montpelier, East Montpelier, Barre Town, Stowe, Bolton, Woodbury, Hardwick, Worcester, Plainfield, Waitsfield and Calais will sing and dance the yellow brick road into your heart. Costumes, music and sets by local professional artists. Children, please come on stage and meet the characters after the show! The Wicked Witch promises not to scare you too much.

Taplin Theate   ...

WIZARD OF OZ on stage in Montpelier!

PERFORMANCES:
APRIL 3rd at 7pm
April 4th at 3pm
April 5th at 3pm

Vermont Youth Theater celebrates friendship, song and dance with this beloved story for the whole family. Enchanting singers and actors, ages 6-16, from Montpelier, East Montpelier, Barre Town, Stowe, Bolton, Woodbury, Hardwick, Worcester, Plainfield, Waitsfield and Calais will sing and dance the yellow brick road into your heart. Costumes, music and sets by local professional artists. Children, please come on stage and meet the characters after the show! The Wicked Witch promises not to scare you too much.

Taplin Theater is on 2nd floor, adjoining the beautiful stone church, Christ Episcopal.

Door: $20 check or cash

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Saturday, April 4
8:00 am - 9:30 am
First Saturday of the month | FREE
Location: North Branch Nature Center (may change to Berlin Pond if the ice melts)
No Registration Required | Cancelled in the event of severe temperatures or weather.

monthly bird outing chickadee by tyler pockette

A casual morning of birding for all interests and experience levels facilitated by NBNC staff and guest leaders. These monthly gatherings take place at various locations around the Montpelier area, and are about spending time enjoying our resident wild birds. No binoculars? No problem! The only requirement is an appreciation of birds (though we do h   ...

Saturday, April 4
8:00 am - 9:30 am
First Saturday of the month | FREE
Location: North Branch Nature Center (may change to Berlin Pond if the ice melts)
No Registration Required | Cancelled in the event of severe temperatures or weather.

monthly bird outing chickadee by tyler pockette

A casual morning of birding for all interests and experience levels facilitated by NBNC staff and guest leaders. These monthly gatherings take place at various locations around the Montpelier area, and are about spending time enjoying our resident wild birds. No binoculars? No problem! The only requirement is an appreciation of birds (though we do have binoculars for those who would like them). No experience necessary.

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Wednesday, April 1
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesdays April 1 – June 10 (no session April 22)
For children ages 0-5 with parent or caregiver
Free (donations welcome) | registration not required

dad and child play with bubbles at robin's nest nature playgroupRobin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is a free activity for families to gather, learn, and play in nature. Guided by the idea that children need to spend ample time outdoors, we offer a community experience in the world of nature and will model ways the natural environment can be used as a tool for learning and play.

Engaging with nature’s seasonal offerings stimulates curiosity and   ...

Wednesday, April 1
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesdays April 1 – June 10 (no session April 22)
For children ages 0-5 with parent or caregiver
Free (donations welcome) | registration not required

dad and child play with bubbles at robin's nest nature playgroupRobin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is a free activity for families to gather, learn, and play in nature. Guided by the idea that children need to spend ample time outdoors, we offer a community experience in the world of nature and will model ways the natural environment can be used as a tool for learning and play.

Engaging with nature’s seasonal offerings stimulates curiosity and a sense of wonder while fostering self-confidence and empathy for all living things. Join us for 2 hours of spontaneous play, exploration, discovery, song, nature inspired crafts, and oral storytelling.

Play, dig, build and grow alongside your child
Learn how to stay comfortable while getting messy in any weather
Connect with other families with young children
This program is entirely outside, so be prepared with water, snacks, and clothing for staying comfortable and getting wet!

   Find Out More      Email the organizer   

The Farmers Night concert series concludes the 2026 season with Tunbridge-based Mountain House Dance Company, directed by Emily Howe, brings community-based dancers of all ages throughout the region in presentation of a “melting pot” of many styles of dance from around the globe.

This year’s Farmers Night offerings include a dozen weekly Wednesday performances with the exception of a break for Town Meeting in early March. The series concludes in mid-April.

The Farmers Night Concert Series is a longstanding State House tradition which goes back over 100 years to a time when lawmakers entertained themselves in the House Chamber mid-week while away fro   ...

The Farmers Night concert series concludes the 2026 season with Tunbridge-based Mountain House Dance Company, directed by Emily Howe, brings community-based dancers of all ages throughout the region in presentation of a “melting pot” of many styles of dance from around the globe.

This year’s Farmers Night offerings include a dozen weekly Wednesday performances with the exception of a break for Town Meeting in early March. The series concludes in mid-April.

The Farmers Night Concert Series is a longstanding State House tradition which goes back over 100 years to a time when lawmakers entertained themselves in the House Chamber mid-week while away from home. Artists from around the state, in genres ranging from classical music to bluegrass to spoken word, perform in the well of the House Chamber each Wednesday night at 7:30 during the legislative session. Doors open at 7:00 pm. All concerts are FREE and open to the public.

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Celebrate Local News!
Film and Discussion with Local News Leaders
April 9th, 2026
Doors open at 5:45 PM | Program begins at 6:15 PM
@ Montpelier's Kellogg-Hubbard Library

Local News Day is a national day of action, supporting the connection between strong community with trusted local news. The Vermont Community Foundation's initiative, Press Forward Vermont brings together local news leaders from The Montpelier Bridge, VTDigger and the Vermont Journalism Coalition to explore how local news impacts Vermont and what's needed to sustain this essential public resource.

The event will include a screening of "Reimagining Local News"   ...

Celebrate Local News!
Film and Discussion with Local News Leaders
April 9th, 2026
Doors open at 5:45 PM | Program begins at 6:15 PM
@ Montpelier's Kellogg-Hubbard Library

Local News Day is a national day of action, supporting the connection between strong community with trusted local news. The Vermont Community Foundation's initiative, Press Forward Vermont brings together local news leaders from The Montpelier Bridge, VTDigger and the Vermont Journalism Coalition to explore how local news impacts Vermont and what's needed to sustain this essential public resource.

The event will include a screening of "Reimagining Local News" which highlights community-based innovations from around the country, a review of the recently released Vermont News & Information Ecosystem Research, followed by a panel discussion that explores how Vermont communities can strengthen trusted local news

Join us to celebrate A Critical Balance, featuring a group of Vermont and New Hampshire artists working with Biodiversity Research Institute to highlight the endangered birds of Amboseli Park in Kenya. This traveling exhibit, organized by Linda Mirabile and Adelaide Murphy Tyrol, also includes work by Heidi Broner, Susan Bull Riley, Susan Parmenter, Gabriel Tempesta, and Ann Young. From huge flamingos, eagles, vultures, and cranes to tiny warblers and shrikes, each bird, chosen from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, is portrayed life size in striking detail. These portraits reach beyond data and policy to show both the beauty and vulnerability of these birds as well as the urgent    ...

Join us to celebrate A Critical Balance, featuring a group of Vermont and New Hampshire artists working with Biodiversity Research Institute to highlight the endangered birds of Amboseli Park in Kenya. This traveling exhibit, organized by Linda Mirabile and Adelaide Murphy Tyrol, also includes work by Heidi Broner, Susan Bull Riley, Susan Parmenter, Gabriel Tempesta, and Ann Young. From huge flamingos, eagles, vultures, and cranes to tiny warblers and shrikes, each bird, chosen from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, is portrayed life size in striking detail. These portraits reach beyond data and policy to show both the beauty and vulnerability of these birds as well as the urgent need to protect them.

Tour the gallery, meet the artists, and enjoy light refreshments. NBNC Program Director Sean Beckett will give a short talk on African birds at 5:30 based on NBNC’s safari to South Africa. Proceeds from this show will support conservation, split between NBNC and conservation organizations working in Amboseli Park. Visit NorthBranchNatureCenter.org/About/Art-Gallery for more details.

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On and Ever Onward: A Joyful and eclectic selection of music for women and high voices, centered around Mount Wittenberg Orca, the Dirty Projectors and Björk EP.
Early music, Pop, Bulgarian, Swedish, & American folk, originals, and more

Friday April 10th 2026 at 7pm: Montpelier VT
Unitarian Church of Montpelier, 130 Main Street

Tickets and information: www.tinyglasstavern.com

Video excerpt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BA28AyhR-Tk

with Sophie Michaux, Erin Hogan, Kimaya Diggs, Fiona Gillespie, Lexi Ugelow, Maisie Dolan, Rosa Tu, Emma Pauline, Mia Bertelli, Sarah Gibson, Nathalie Michaux, Hannah Levy, Sadie Lev   ...

On and Ever Onward: A Joyful and eclectic selection of music for women and high voices, centered around Mount Wittenberg Orca, the Dirty Projectors and Björk EP.
Early music, Pop, Bulgarian, Swedish, & American folk, originals, and more

Friday April 10th 2026 at 7pm: Montpelier VT
Unitarian Church of Montpelier, 130 Main Street

Tickets and information: www.tinyglasstavern.com

Video excerpt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BA28AyhR-Tk

with Sophie Michaux, Erin Hogan, Kimaya Diggs, Fiona Gillespie, Lexi Ugelow, Maisie Dolan, Rosa Tu, Emma Pauline, Mia Bertelli, Sarah Gibson, Nathalie Michaux, Hannah Levy, Sadie Levy, Sam Arthen-Long, Isobel Arthen-Long, voices, keyboard, percussion, guitar, Adam Jacob Simon, drums, guitar, and Ken Woodward, bass

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In the beautiful Chapel at College Hall, on April 11 and 12, Montpelier Chamber Orchestra will present musical sentiments of spring. We invite in hope, light, blossom, and beauty to unite us through the season of mud. This spring program aims to inspire and expand our feelings of anticipation and yearning so characteristic of this time of year.
Tchaikovsky’s well known, Serenade for Strings, ventures from classical elegance to Russian folk melodies. It presents a danceable waltz, light and singable, balanced by a sad, yet painfully beautiful elegy. Like springtime itself it embraces dramatic contrasts between light and dark, pensive depth and joyful dance.
Flautist Laur   ...

In the beautiful Chapel at College Hall, on April 11 and 12, Montpelier Chamber Orchestra will present musical sentiments of spring. We invite in hope, light, blossom, and beauty to unite us through the season of mud. This spring program aims to inspire and expand our feelings of anticipation and yearning so characteristic of this time of year.
Tchaikovsky’s well known, Serenade for Strings, ventures from classical elegance to Russian folk melodies. It presents a danceable waltz, light and singable, balanced by a sad, yet painfully beautiful elegy. Like springtime itself it embraces dramatic contrasts between light and dark, pensive depth and joyful dance.
Flautist Laurel Mauer, one of Central Vermont’s musical treasures of worldwide renown, plays Dana Paul Perna’s, Songe de Voix Perdues (dream of the forgotten voices), a contemporary expression for flute and strings.
The enticement and delayed resolution of the changing seasons are encompassed in Emilie Mayer’s symphony No. 1 in cm. Mayer, oft referred to as the “female Beethoven of the 19th century.” Here unresolved chords are extended, and then give way to resolution.
Come celebrate spring along with MCO

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Join us for a relaxed morning coffee meet-up hosted by BBB Member business Café Noa!

This casual gathering is all about bringing together Montpelier’s incredible community of business owners and professionals. It’s your chance to spend one meaningful hour connecting with like-minded leaders, sharing ideas, and strengthening the spirit of trust that fuels our local business community.

Stay for the full hour or simply drop in to say hello — either way, you’ll find friendly faces, valuable conversations, and maybe even your next great partnership.

Come as you are. Everyone is welcome!

And don’t forget — more monthly n   ...

Join us for a relaxed morning coffee meet-up hosted by BBB Member business Café Noa!

This casual gathering is all about bringing together Montpelier’s incredible community of business owners and professionals. It’s your chance to spend one meaningful hour connecting with like-minded leaders, sharing ideas, and strengthening the spirit of trust that fuels our local business community.

Stay for the full hour or simply drop in to say hello — either way, you’ll find friendly faces, valuable conversations, and maybe even your next great partnership.

Come as you are. Everyone is welcome!

And don’t forget — more monthly networking events hosted by BBB are on the way. We’re here to keep you connected, supported, and inspired.

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Wednesday, April 1
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesdays April 1 – June 10 (no session April 22)
For children ages 0-5 with parent or caregiver
Free (donations welcome) | registration not required

dad and child play with bubbles at robin's nest nature playgroupRobin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is a free activity for families to gather, learn, and play in nature. Guided by the idea that children need to spend ample time outdoors, we offer a community experience in the world of nature and will model ways the natural environment can be used as a tool for learning and play.

Engaging with nature’s seasonal offerings stimulates curiosity and   ...

Wednesday, April 1
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesdays April 1 – June 10 (no session April 22)
For children ages 0-5 with parent or caregiver
Free (donations welcome) | registration not required

dad and child play with bubbles at robin's nest nature playgroupRobin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is a free activity for families to gather, learn, and play in nature. Guided by the idea that children need to spend ample time outdoors, we offer a community experience in the world of nature and will model ways the natural environment can be used as a tool for learning and play.

Engaging with nature’s seasonal offerings stimulates curiosity and a sense of wonder while fostering self-confidence and empathy for all living things. Join us for 2 hours of spontaneous play, exploration, discovery, song, nature inspired crafts, and oral storytelling.

Play, dig, build and grow alongside your child
Learn how to stay comfortable while getting messy in any weather
Connect with other families with young children
This program is entirely outside, so be prepared with water, snacks, and clothing for staying comfortable and getting wet!

   Find Out More      Email the organizer   

What do you see when you step outside your door on a moonless night? A dark sky filled with stars, or the bright blur of a light-polluted sky? Amateur astronomer George Springston and Research Assistant Professor at Norwich University, will talk about what light pollution is, how light pollution impacts organisms (including humans), and the principles of responsible outdoor lighting. We’ll discuss steps our communities can take to reduce light pollution and protect our remaining dark skies. If the sky is clear, there will be an optional stargazing event after the presentation.

The presentation will run approximately 7-8 pm, with optional stargazing from roughly 8:15- 9:   ...

What do you see when you step outside your door on a moonless night? A dark sky filled with stars, or the bright blur of a light-polluted sky? Amateur astronomer George Springston and Research Assistant Professor at Norwich University, will talk about what light pollution is, how light pollution impacts organisms (including humans), and the principles of responsible outdoor lighting. We’ll discuss steps our communities can take to reduce light pollution and protect our remaining dark skies. If the sky is clear, there will be an optional stargazing event after the presentation.

The presentation will run approximately 7-8 pm, with optional stargazing from roughly 8:15- 9:15 after the presentation.

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Join us on Wednesday, April 15th for presentations and conversations about how to transform Montpelier’s rivers through dam removals, flood resilience projects, and in-river recreation. This event is co-hosted by the City of Montpelier, Foundation for a Resilient Montpelier (FRM), and the Vermont River Conservancy (VRC).

The event will feature:

- A 20-minute presentation about 4 dam removals proposed for Montpelier from SLR Consulting.

- A 20-minute presentation about the potential for in-river recreation in Montpelier from Outdoor New England.

Following the presentations, community members will be invited to review concept pl   ...

Join us on Wednesday, April 15th for presentations and conversations about how to transform Montpelier’s rivers through dam removals, flood resilience projects, and in-river recreation. This event is co-hosted by the City of Montpelier, Foundation for a Resilient Montpelier (FRM), and the Vermont River Conservancy (VRC).

The event will feature:

- A 20-minute presentation about 4 dam removals proposed for Montpelier from SLR Consulting.

- A 20-minute presentation about the potential for in-river recreation in Montpelier from Outdoor New England.

Following the presentations, community members will be invited to review concept plans, ask questions, and provide feedback.

The event will take place the at 58 Barre St. in the Montpelier Senior Activity Center’s second floor Activity Room starting at 6:00 PM. This room is accessible by elevator and the event will also be livestreamed by ORCA Media. Light refreshments will be provided. Bring your curiosity, questions, and ideas to share!

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Experience Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Winner up close and personal.

Surprisingly modern, ordinary moments become unforgettable in Our Town.This beloved American classic wowed Broadway audiences as recently as 2024!

Our production of this funny & touching masterwork features local actors and ‘characters’ - some of whom may have been “born to play the part.” Join LNT founder Kim Bent as The Stage Manager George Woodard as the Milkman, Bill Pelton as the choirmaster and many more wonderful artists & community members. Our Town is humorous, poignant, and profound. It may be just the thing we need now.

City Hall’s elev   ...

Experience Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Winner up close and personal.

Surprisingly modern, ordinary moments become unforgettable in Our Town.This beloved American classic wowed Broadway audiences as recently as 2024!

Our production of this funny & touching masterwork features local actors and ‘characters’ - some of whom may have been “born to play the part.” Join LNT founder Kim Bent as The Stage Manager George Woodard as the Milkman, Bill Pelton as the choirmaster and many more wonderful artists & community members. Our Town is humorous, poignant, and profound. It may be just the thing we need now.

City Hall’s elevator inoperable, requiring patrons to climb 37 total steps to attend in person. The play will be available digitally to make the show accessible for those unable to physically join us. Call (802-229-0492) or email [email protected] to discuss alternative viewing options.

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The Vermont Production Collective (VPC) is proud to continue VPC Presents: Vermont Films Showcase, a new series dedicated to exhibiting Vermont-made cinema that showcases the diversity of homegrown filmmaking talent, supports local theaters, and sparks community conversations. Following their opening night in February, the showcase continues with a feature from Franklin County.

Leather Clad — After a shooting sends them running for cover, a newly released ex-con and a game warden’s daughter realize they’re being hunted—and neither knows why. From Vermont filmmaker Thomas Benton, starring Vermonter Matt Munroe, Anne Clark, Paul Romero, Jeff Elam, and Jamison Jones.   ...

The Vermont Production Collective (VPC) is proud to continue VPC Presents: Vermont Films Showcase, a new series dedicated to exhibiting Vermont-made cinema that showcases the diversity of homegrown filmmaking talent, supports local theaters, and sparks community conversations. Following their opening night in February, the showcase continues with a feature from Franklin County.

Leather Clad — After a shooting sends them running for cover, a newly released ex-con and a game warden’s daughter realize they’re being hunted—and neither knows why. From Vermont filmmaker Thomas Benton, starring Vermonter Matt Munroe, Anne Clark, Paul Romero, Jeff Elam, and Jamison Jones. Runtime: 82 minutes.
Following the screening, a panel discussion will feature the filmmakers, film participants, and local film advocates.

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The Vermont State Curator’s Office presents Brattleboro artist and state legislator Mollie S. Burke in her solo exhibit at the Vermont State House Cafeteria Gallery titled Realism and Magical Realism. Burke’s paintings and drawings bring the viewer into a dreamlike world filled with richly colored environments that present a sense of place and home, surrounded by nature. Burke’s imagery includes flowers, vines, water, and trees that weave a fanciful tapestry of meaning and movement. On view from March 31 – April 24, the show will celebrate the artist with a reception on Tuesday, April 21 from 3:30 – 5:30 pm. The exhibit is free and open to the public. Food and drink will be se   ...

The Vermont State Curator’s Office presents Brattleboro artist and state legislator Mollie S. Burke in her solo exhibit at the Vermont State House Cafeteria Gallery titled Realism and Magical Realism. Burke’s paintings and drawings bring the viewer into a dreamlike world filled with richly colored environments that present a sense of place and home, surrounded by nature. Burke’s imagery includes flowers, vines, water, and trees that weave a fanciful tapestry of meaning and movement. On view from March 31 – April 24, the show will celebrate the artist with a reception on Tuesday, April 21 from 3:30 – 5:30 pm. The exhibit is free and open to the public. Food and drink will be served at the artist reception.

Wednesday, April 1
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesdays April 1 – June 10 (no session April 22)
For children ages 0-5 with parent or caregiver
Free (donations welcome) | registration not required

dad and child play with bubbles at robin's nest nature playgroupRobin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is a free activity for families to gather, learn, and play in nature. Guided by the idea that children need to spend ample time outdoors, we offer a community experience in the world of nature and will model ways the natural environment can be used as a tool for learning and play.

Engaging with nature’s seasonal offerings stimulates curiosity and   ...

Wednesday, April 1
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesdays April 1 – June 10 (no session April 22)
For children ages 0-5 with parent or caregiver
Free (donations welcome) | registration not required

dad and child play with bubbles at robin's nest nature playgroupRobin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is a free activity for families to gather, learn, and play in nature. Guided by the idea that children need to spend ample time outdoors, we offer a community experience in the world of nature and will model ways the natural environment can be used as a tool for learning and play.

Engaging with nature’s seasonal offerings stimulates curiosity and a sense of wonder while fostering self-confidence and empathy for all living things. Join us for 2 hours of spontaneous play, exploration, discovery, song, nature inspired crafts, and oral storytelling.

Play, dig, build and grow alongside your child
Learn how to stay comfortable while getting messy in any weather
Connect with other families with young children
This program is entirely outside, so be prepared with water, snacks, and clothing for staying comfortable and getting wet!

   Find Out More      Email the organizer   

Saturday, April 25
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Free and in-person at NBNC | All are welcome!

Please join us for our third annual Earth Day tree planting event! We will spend time together giving back to the earth by planting trees and shrubs to restore our riparian floodplain. Our efforts will improve habitat for the many species who frequent this area and buffer against flood damage and erosion.

We will be joined by partner organization Hunger Mountain Co-op, who will be presenting an exciting opportunity to join their Member Volunteer Program and offering an orientation to the program.

Where: Meet at the NBNC trailhead. From there, we w   ...

Saturday, April 25
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Free and in-person at NBNC | All are welcome!

Please join us for our third annual Earth Day tree planting event! We will spend time together giving back to the earth by planting trees and shrubs to restore our riparian floodplain. Our efforts will improve habitat for the many species who frequent this area and buffer against flood damage and erosion.

We will be joined by partner organization Hunger Mountain Co-op, who will be presenting an exciting opportunity to join their Member Volunteer Program and offering an orientation to the program.

Where: Meet at the NBNC trailhead. From there, we will head out to the field and floodplain for planting. Follow the “Earth Day Tree Planting” signs from the NBNC parking lot.

We will provide snacks, but we recommend bringing the following:

Sturdy closed-toe shoes or boots
Gloves (we have several pairs to loan)
Long pants recommended to protect from insect bites and scratches
Water and snacks (We will have water to refill water bottles)
Sunscreen/ bug spray
Earth day enthusiasm!

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Scentwork is a game where dogs find a specific scent. It can be done in small indoor spaces and it fulfills their enrichment needs by sniffing. It’s accessible and low-impact, so dogs of any age can participate.

You’ll learn how to get your dog excited to search for scent, how to hide scent tins, how
to increase difficulty in a way that is challenging and rewarding, and, best of all, have a
new way to connect with your dog.

All of our working spots (with their dogs) for the workshop have been taken.  However, people (sorry, no more dogs)  can still attend the event for free.  Donations ARE appreciated and help us to provide more fun a   ...

Scentwork is a game where dogs find a specific scent. It can be done in small indoor spaces and it fulfills their enrichment needs by sniffing. It’s accessible and low-impact, so dogs of any age can participate.

You’ll learn how to get your dog excited to search for scent, how to hide scent tins, how
to increase difficulty in a way that is challenging and rewarding, and, best of all, have a
new way to connect with your dog.

All of our working spots (with their dogs) for the workshop have been taken.  However, people (sorry, no more dogs)  can still attend the event for free.  Donations ARE appreciated and help us to provide more fun and educational workshops like these (Gotta pay to rent the space).

If you haven’t signed up, you can sign up with the instructor [email protected].   If you need more information, please contact me through the [email protected].

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6-7pm Family Friendly Potluck and sharing community organizing opportunities

7-8pm Optional SURJ Leadership / Organizing Meeting (open to your participation)

The Central Vermont chapter of SURJ (Showing up for Racial Justice) invites white folks interested in coming together for racial and economic justice to gather for a family friendly potluck. If you would like to, please stay after the potluck for a SURJ leadership team meeting to help strategize about mobilizing other white folks for racial and economic justice.

Please bring your family and friends, as well as any announcements of community organizing opportunities or invitations to take    ...

6-7pm Family Friendly Potluck and sharing community organizing opportunities

7-8pm Optional SURJ Leadership / Organizing Meeting (open to your participation)

The Central Vermont chapter of SURJ (Showing up for Racial Justice) invites white folks interested in coming together for racial and economic justice to gather for a family friendly potluck. If you would like to, please stay after the potluck for a SURJ leadership team meeting to help strategize about mobilizing other white folks for racial and economic justice.

Please bring your family and friends, as well as any announcements of community organizing opportunities or invitations to take actions together.

Please bring your own plates/bowls and cutlery. Please bring a potluck dish if you can.

This is a FREE community event for building connection and solidarity, and taking action against racism and classism. Join us as we work on appreciating and respecting differences, building skills to interrupt racism and classism, creating community, cultivating trust, learning about our own privilege and how to share it. We engage in this work so that truly everyone can live with dignity, good health, honor, joy, security.

COVID & Wellness practices: We're asking folks to mask as desired or needed, including if you have been in close proximity to anyone who is sick (covid or otherwise). Please stay home if you are sick, we'd be happy to welcome you at the next monthly gathering!

For more information email [email protected].

Learn more about Showing Up for Racial Justice at https://surj.org/

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Wednesday, April 1
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesdays April 1 – June 10 (no session April 22)
For children ages 0-5 with parent or caregiver
Free (donations welcome) | registration not required

dad and child play with bubbles at robin's nest nature playgroupRobin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is a free activity for families to gather, learn, and play in nature. Guided by the idea that children need to spend ample time outdoors, we offer a community experience in the world of nature and will model ways the natural environment can be used as a tool for learning and play.

Engaging with nature’s seasonal offerings stimulates curiosity and   ...

Wednesday, April 1
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesdays April 1 – June 10 (no session April 22)
For children ages 0-5 with parent or caregiver
Free (donations welcome) | registration not required

dad and child play with bubbles at robin's nest nature playgroupRobin’s Nest Nature Playgroup is a free activity for families to gather, learn, and play in nature. Guided by the idea that children need to spend ample time outdoors, we offer a community experience in the world of nature and will model ways the natural environment can be used as a tool for learning and play.

Engaging with nature’s seasonal offerings stimulates curiosity and a sense of wonder while fostering self-confidence and empathy for all living things. Join us for 2 hours of spontaneous play, exploration, discovery, song, nature inspired crafts, and oral storytelling.

Play, dig, build and grow alongside your child
Learn how to stay comfortable while getting messy in any weather
Connect with other families with young children
This program is entirely outside, so be prepared with water, snacks, and clothing for staying comfortable and getting wet!

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“A New Day for Montpelier” - Share your ideas at a Community Forum and Social Hour hosted by Foundation for a Resilient Montpelier - April 30th

As part of our launch, Foundation for a Resilient Montpelier is hosting a community forum and social hour at the Montpelier Performing Arts Chapel within College Hall on the Greenway Campus on April 30th. The focus of the evening will be breakout conversations to gather ideas on downtown, community resilience, and civic culture. The social hour, including some tasty food thanks to generous event sponsors, will begin at 5:30pm with the 90 minute program starting at 6:15pm. Dessert by potluck for those who want to bring something   ...

“A New Day for Montpelier” - Share your ideas at a Community Forum and Social Hour hosted by Foundation for a Resilient Montpelier - April 30th

As part of our launch, Foundation for a Resilient Montpelier is hosting a community forum and social hour at the Montpelier Performing Arts Chapel within College Hall on the Greenway Campus on April 30th. The focus of the evening will be breakout conversations to gather ideas on downtown, community resilience, and civic culture. The social hour, including some tasty food thanks to generous event sponsors, will begin at 5:30pm with the 90 minute program starting at 6:15pm. Dessert by potluck for those who want to bring something to share. Childcare will be available onsite from 6:15 onward.

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