By Merisa Sherman It was the responsibility of the fifth grade and we took it very seriously. Instead of participating in the chaos of homeroom each morning, the designated group would get the flag from its place of honor in our classroom and slowly descend the main stairs. We would be the only ones in…

By Dom Cioffi My son and I have reached an interesting crossroads: we both wear the exact same size in our clothing, shoes, and headwear. I imagine this happens to many parents, but I wasn’t prepared for the repercussions of this convergence. It started with the shoes. About six months ago we wandered into a…

Beginning on Friday, July 3, Killington plans to operate the bike park seven days a week, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., with both the Ramshead Express and Snowshed Express Quads. The K-1 Express Gondola will also operate Friday-Sunday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. for scenic rides, and the Adventure Center will also begin operation on July 3.…

By Susie Spikol Each fall, thousands of broad-winged hawks soar across the New England sky in flocks known as kettles, on their way to wintering grounds in South and Central America. The sky swirls with hawks bubbling up on thermals of hot air and then streaming southward. It is enough to take your breath away…

By Cassandra Tyndall In order to fully let something go, it’s normal to have one final long gaze at it. Like those times you break up with a lover, knowing it won’t develop into anything more. Or those times you move, taking one last look at the house that stands before you. As you close…

Sunday, July 5 at 1 p.m.—You are invited to join Rhonda Lenair, known as “The Healer of addictions,” renowned medical intuitive, and founder of the Self(s) Healing Experience (SHE) for a conference call to learn more about what SHE offers. SHE is a transformational life-changing encounter renown for producing predictable miracles. Through SHE,  privately self-destructive…

BURLINGTON—Interest in gardening has surged this summer with more people staying closer to home and looking for fun, healthy family activities. To encourage kids and their families to grow food and eat together, University of Vermont (UVM) Extension 4-H has developed “Eating What We Grow,” an online bi-weekly gardening series that will run throughout the…

WEST WINDSOR—Even without public gatherings, there will be an Independence Day celebration in West Windsor (Brownsville) this Covid year… with the participation of the whole town.  The Brownsville Independence Day committee has some updates on this 3-day holiday weekend coming up. To date the plan is to celebrate the full weekend, from Friday, July 3…

Thursday, July 2 at 10 a.m.—ROCHESTER—Great Decisions foreign policy discussion series, an online program from the Rochester Library, starts Thursday, July 2 at 10 a.m. and runs for eight weeks. This year, three foreign policy experts will lead the discussions: Mike Van Dusen worked on the Foreign Affairs Committee of the U.S. House of Representatives…

Sweetened with blueberry syrup and garnished with blueberries, this gin cocktail is a seasonal play on the classic Clover Club. Summer in a (coupe) glass. Ingredients: 1.5 oz gin 0.75 oz Fino Sherry 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice 0.75 oz blueberry syrup 1 egg white fresh skewered blueberries for garnish Preparation: Combine ingredients into a…

The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Dept. is again urging Vermonters to leave wildlife in the wild where they belong.  The department is receiving calls and emails from individuals who are temporarily caring for wildlife, mostly young skunks, woodchucks, raccoons, foxes and other mammals, only to find wildlife rehabilitation facilities are full and not accepting additional…

Thursday, July 2 at 7 p.m.—WEST HAVEN—Devil’s Bowl Speedway will host its own Independence Day fire cracker spectacular on July 2, beginning at 7 p.m. The night will start off with a Firecracker 50 modified race featuring all five regular divisions, as well as a sprint car race. Drive-in viewing will be available for the…

By Bonnie Kirn Donahue, extension master gardener, University of Vermont If you’re inspired to have a garden this year, but don’t have a lot of space, consider container gardening. These are easy to maintain, can be large or small to fit your needs and are a satisfying alternative to traditional in-ground vegetable gardening. If you are…

WOODSTOCK— Picnic outdoors, visit the farm animals, play outdoor games and hear historic speeches as Billings Farm & Museum spreads its annual Old Vermont July 4th celebrations over three days. Enjoy an easy hike along the walking trail by the Ottauquechee River and see the farm from a different view. Tour the new Heifer Barn with its state-of-the-art features such as climate-controlled curtains and ventilation. Explore the farm life exhibits and learn about 19th century…

Friday, July 3 at 3 p.m.—KILLINGTON—The next food distribution event in Killington will be held Friday, July 3, at the Castleton Lodge (formerly the Butternut Inn) at 3 p.m. The groceries will help those in need prepare a BBQ for an Independence Day celebration. This giveaway is made possible by Killington Resort, the town of…