Community Events

Antiques and collectibles appraisal event

BRATTLEBORO - Congregation Shir Heharim will host an antiques and collectibles appraisal event on Sunday, May 4, 11 am to 5 pm, at 118 Elliot Street. Admission is free; appraisals are $10 per item, five-item limit. The charge for box lots of items like coins, stamps, and postcards is $25.
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Coffee with a Cop coming on Wednesday

WILMINGTON - Coffee with a Cop is being held on Wednesday, May 7, at 9:30 am at OSEC, 1 School Street. Call the Wilmington Police Department at (802) 464-8593 with questions.
Recreational programs are offered in the OSEC gym. Mondays and Wednesdays, basketball, 7 to 9 pm; Tuesdays and...

Succession planning for landowners

BRATTLEBORO - Forests cover about 78% of Vermont. They shape the rural character and economy of the state while offering exceptional recreational opportunities.
Keeping forests as forests is vitally important, both for maintaining the connections people have with the land and for...

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...