Cliff tops, overlooks closed to protect nesting peregrines
The nesting season for peregrine falcons has begun and the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department and Audubon Vermont ask hikers to steer clear of sensitive areas where the raptors will be tending to their eggs and chicks soon.
The Outside Story: Underwater, ‘every egg faces an iffy future’
Fish eggs are gelatinous packages of proteins and fats that carry a blueprint for life.
Green Mt. Performing Arts dancers compete, prep for 10th anniversary show
Dancers from Green Mountain Performing Arts recently participated in a Burlington dance competition as classes across all genres at the dance school prepare for their spring recital on May 21.
Reception Saturday for ‘Transitions’ exhibit of textile art at Axel’s
Axel’s Gallery and Frame shop hosts a reception on Saturday, April 9, in conjunction with a new exhibition of textile art.
Watch out for frogs and salamanders on the move
Mud season road conditions may have some Vermonters driving less lately, but warm rainy nights make even paved roads a bit of an obstacle course to avoid running over frogs and salamanders on the move this time of year.
Harwood student heads to national speech contest
Harwood Union High School junior Jeswin Antony of Waterbury recently came in first place in an American Legion oratorical contest and he will participate in a national competition in Indianapolis on April 24.
Solaris Vocal Ensemble presents ‘Delightful Pairings’ April 8
Solaris Vocal Ensemble visits Waterbury Friday, April 8, with one of its three spring "Delightful Pairings" concerts featuring Grammy-nominated flutist Karen Kevra as guest artist.
The Outside Story: Colorful wood ducks return
I’ve seen all kinds of birds on the wooded New Hampshire hilltop where I live, but never – until recently – a duck.
On stage at Zenbarn Friday: Americana bluegrass bands
When husband-and-wife-musician duo Austin McCombie and Sarah Osborne McCombie, of Bynum, North Carolina, picked locations for their 2022 live tour, Vermont called to them like no other place in the Northeast.
April programs at Waterbury Public Library
Check out a list of some of Waterbury Public Library’s upcoming events.
The Mad River Story Slam
On Saturday, April 2, the Valley Players present the second annual Mad River Story Slam at the Valley Players Theater in Waitsfield.
Vermont Air National Guard to host base tours
The Vermont Air National Guard resumes its popular public tours in April.
Household Hazardous Waste collection set for Saturday, April 2
The Mad River Resource Management Alliance, the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation and Casella Resource Solutions are sponsoring a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, April 2, at Harwood Union High School.
Winterfest Wassailing returns April 1 - no fooling!
Waterbury Winterfest has scheduled its final event of the season for April 1.
TRIP Dance Company of Stowe returns to the stage April 2
The TRIP Dance Company of Stowe returns to the Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center with its annual fundraiser performances on April 2 at 3 and 7 p.m.
The Outside Story: Cache as cats can
On a cold November day in 2020, my daughter Lucy and I detected a strange floral scent in our woods. I challenged her to find its source, and promised a reward of chocolate cake. After some sniffing, she led the way several feet upslope, stopping at a rotting log which bridged the air between two boulders.
Musical Munchkins reschedules demo class for April 3
Miss Andrea of Musical Munchkins plans an open house with free demo classes on Sunday, March 27, for new in-person classes starting in April at Dave’s Community Fitness Center.
News from Vermont Fish & Wildlife
Bears are waking up and hungry. Hearings are coming up about deer and moose management. And eagles are off the endangered list. Catch up on recent news from the Vermont Department of Fish & Wildlife.
The Outside Story: Sharp-shinned hawks are agile hunters
One late winter day, I heard our dog barking fiercely from the yard. I went outside to find him standing about 6 feet away from a hawk that was on the ground beside our house.
Library offers guided peace meditation
Are you feeling troubled and anxious about the state of the world? Creating peace within oneself and intentionally sharing that peace with your family, your community, and the world is a powerful practice.