Civil Air Patrol hosts Open House Sept. 29 at Knapp Airport
The Vermont Civil Air Patrol invites the community to an open house on Tuesday, Sept. 29, at Edward F. Knapp State Airport in Berlin.
Lamoille County Players hold auditions for ‘A 1940s Radio Christmas Carol’
Looking ahead to the holiday season, the Lamoille County Players will hold auditions this weekend for “A 1940s Radio Christmas Carol” at the Hyde Park Opera House.
Native sunflowers are nature’s solar avatars
Among the most widely cultivated and recognizable plants growing in gardens this time of year are sunflowers, members of the genus Helianthus.
September’s library program schedule is packed for all ages
This month’s listings include some additional highlights of the annual Vermont Reads program.
Solitary sandpipers fly south
Aptly named, the solitary sandpiper generally travels and forages by itself, unlike most other shorebirds, which tend to congregate in large flocks during migration and on their wintering grounds.
Sept. 12-14: Phantom Theater season closes on a musical note
When Boston-based cellist Miranda Henne returns to Warren’s Edgcomb Barn next week, it will be a full-circle moment as she plays in a string quartet with the artist who created the music that would change her life.
55th Mad River Valley Craft Fair supports the Valley Players
The 55th annual Mad River Valley Craft Fair is this weekend at Kenyon’s Field on Vermont Route 100 in Waitsfield.
Sept. 10: Sunzilla is coming to downtown Waterbury
The 33rd Annual Waterbury Rotary sunflower-growing contest, known as The Hunt for Sunzilla the Monster Sunflower, will be held on Thursday, Sept. 10, starting at 5 p.m. at Rusty Parker Memorial Park in Waterbury.
New Stage Players seeks new plays for 2027 comedy festival
The Grange Hall Cultural Center and New Stage Players are seeking submissions of short comedic stage plays for production in 2027.
Live music in Waterbury plays on in September at TURNmusic, Zenbarn
Summer outdoor concerts may be in the rear-view mirror, but Waterbury’s live music scene is busy this month with TURNmusic shows at The Phoenix and a full schedule at Zenbarn.
Obituary: Ruth C. Haskins
Ruth C. Haskins, 74, of Duxbury, Vermont, passed away suddenly on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
How milkweed tussock moths evade predators
Milkweed tussock moths are native and common throughout much of the eastern United States, and are abundant in Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. The hairs of these caterpillars are not venomous, but they are barbed and serve as a defense against birds and other predators.
Obituary: Arlis M. Fuglie
Arlis Marie Fuglie, age 80, passed away on July 2, 2026, in Barre, Vermont, after surviving cancer and struggling against Alzheimer’s disease. A celebration of her life will be held on Sept. 5.
Labor Day message: Drive sober
The Vermont Agency of Transportation’s State Highway Safety Office announced a campaign to promote sober driving ahead of and through the Labor Day holiday this year.
Mad River Valley Rotary preps for Great Duck Race on Sept. 6
Mad River Valley Rotary hosts its annual Great Duck Race on Sunday, Sept. 6, when hundreds of plastic ducks will be launched on the Mad River to support Rotary projects in the coming year. Donate to sponsor a duck or ducks either online or at several locations.
Lamoille County Players tee up Neil Simon’s ‘California Suite,’ Aug. 28-Sept. 6
The Lamoille County Players welcome audiences to the historic (and air-conditioned) Hyde Park Opera House for Neil Simon’s “California Suite” Aug. 28-Sept. 6.
The handsome, but often-overlooked ovenbird
Ovenbirds sing their song late in the day as well as in the morning, and they continue singing later into the summer than most warblers. They even sing during the twilight hours and at night.
Ripples from the Reservoir | August
August has arrived, bringing lots of activity on the reservoir. Warm muggy days have brought out the boaters, swimmers, and campers, and the state parks staff have been very busy.
Illusions, comedy, and some magic for the kids: Ben Pratt at Phantom Theater, Aug. 22-23
Prepare to laugh, wonder, and question reality when Comedy Illusionist Ben Pratt takes the stage at Phantom Theater’s Edgcomb Barn in Warren for three performances on Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 22-23.