Community Events

Organic compost facility to open

BRATTLEBORO - The Windham Solid Waste Management District is hosting a grand opening of its new state-of-the-art food scrap and organic materials composting facility on Thursday, May 8, from 3 to 4:30 pm.
Michelle Cherrier, chair of WSWMD board of supervisors and Dummerston’s...

Family support groups available

MONTPELIER - Vermont Family Support Programs is offering free virtual education programs and support groups for Vermont parents and caregivers.
Upcoming education programs include Nurturing Program for Families in Substance Use Treatment & Recovery; Nurturing Skills for Families; and...

First-time home buyers workshop coming soon

Brattleboro- The Southern Vermont Young Professionals and Windham Windsor Housing Trust are teaming up to host a first-time home buyers workshop. The full-day workshop will be held in person on Saturday, May 3, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm at the Windham Windsor Housing Trust office at 68 Birge Street...

Humane society auction still open

BRATTLEBORO - There are a small number of tickets available for the Windham County Humane Society’s Wags to Riches fundraiser Saturday, April 26, from 6 to 9 pm, at Retreat Farm.
There will be three silent auction tables packed with over 100 amazing prizes, including handmade art in all...

Lions Club scholarships

WHITINGHAM - Each year, the Deerfield Valley Lions Club recognizes a select group of graduating seniors for their outstanding commitment to community service. Recipients will receive a one-time $750 scholarship to support their continued education.
Graduating seniors residing in Halifax,...

Library hosting family bingo

WHITINGHAM - The Whitingham Free Public Library is hosting the annual family bingo fundraiser on Sunday, April 27, at 2 pm, at the Whitingham Municipal Center in Jacksonville. There will be themed gift basket prizes for adults and children, and a gift card raffle.
Admission is $10 per...

Wilmington meets at Buzzy Towne Park

WILMINGTON - This year’s Green Up Day is Saturday, May 3, 9 to 11 am, rain or shine. Bag distribtion and route assignments will be provided at Buzzy Towne Park on South Main Street.
Wearing brightly colored clothes, long pants, long sleeves, gloves, sturdy shoes, and insect repellent are...

Whitingham meets at Town Hill Park

WHITINGHAM - Green Up Day events begin at Town Hill Park on Saturday, May 3, at 9 am. Get Green Up Day trash bags and sign up for a route. The coordinator will be available for any questions. To register ahead of time for a route go to https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E044FAFAC2FA3F94-55955708-...

Residents to meet at Dover School

DOVER - The town of Dover’s Green Up Day will be held Saturday, May 3, rain or shine. Community volunteers of all ages are invited to help clear Dover’s roadsides and public places of litter. All interested volunteers should come to The Dover School, between 9 and 11 am, to receive road...

Student scholarships offered, deadline coming up soon

MONTPELIER – The deadline for applications to the League of Women Voters of Vermont Winona Smith Scholarship is Wednesday, April 30.
Three $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to students who demonstrate financial need, scholastic achievement, and come highly recommended by their teacher. ...