Eastern towhees: The dapper sparrows of the underbrush
From forest edges and thickets on late spring mornings in the Northeast comes what sounds like an exhortation from across the pond: drink-your-tea! This is not a British parent’s plea, but rather the song of a chunky, colorful sparrow: the eastern towhee.
Volunteers needed for wild goose banding project
Vermont wildlife biologists have put out a call for volunteers to help with an actual wild goose chase that they say can make a difference in helping gather data that tracks the wild bird population.
Duxbury artist’s painting wins Waterbury Arts Fest poster competition
Waterbury Arts Fest is three weeks away and organizers at Revitalizing Waterbury have unveiled the art for this year’s commemorative event poster.
The indigo bunting is a celestial creature
Sailors have relied on the stars, particularly the North Star, to navigate the ocean for centuries. Indigo buntings, as we now know, have done so for millions of years.
See Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’ on stage in Waitsfield, June 26-July 13
The Valley Players present “As You Like It,” by William Shakespeare, June 26-July 13 at the Valley Players Theater in Waitsfield.
Ripples from the Reservoir: Circles of life resume
This spring on the Waterbury Reservoir, rain-resilient anglers, paddlers, boaters, and campers have seen signs of the reservoir coming to life after a bleak winter.
Waterbury’s Jane and Paul Willard are recognized for years of historical society service
Two Waterbury residents were honored with the Achievement Award for Extended Service by the Vermont Historical Society’s League of Local Historical Societies and Museums at its recent 71st Annual Conference.
Goldenrod crab spiders are masters of disguise
A member of the family Thomisidae, goldenrod crab spiders are both crabby and spider-y. A medium-sized crab spider, these creatures are familiar garden visitors across southern Canada and the United States.
Sounds of summer: Free concerts galore in and near Waterbury
For many, summertime in Vermont means outdoor concerts, and Waterbury’s calendar is filling up with dates for multiple free live shows in the coming weeks.
Obituary: Carol Lee Erwin
Carol Lee Erwin, 67, passed away at her home in Waterbury Center on Sunday, May 18, 2025.
Obituary: Carol Therese Miller
Carol Therese Miller was a great wife, teacher, and community leader. She was born June 17, 1952, and she died on May 31, 2025. She came from a large Indiana family: eight brothers and sisters and eight nieces and nephews.
Obituary: Ronald H. Bruce
With heavy hearts, our family announces the passing of Ronald (Ronnie) H. Bruce, 84, of Moretown, Vermont, on May 8, 2025.
Service Notice: Adrienne Lynn “Addie” Soule
The family of Addie Soule wants the community to know that they have scheduled a celebration of Addie’s life for Saturday, June 28, between 2 and 5 p.m. in Waterbury Center.
Free fishing day and free entry at state parks, historic sites next weekend
As part of the annual Vermont Days start to summer, the state of Vermont offers free admission to Vermont State Parks and Vermont State Historic Sites on Saturday-Sunday, June 14-15, and Vermont’s statewide free fishing day is also Saturday, June 14.
Memorial Day traditions observed in Waterbury, Duxbury
Memorial Day ceremonies enjoyed sunshine this year as members of Waterbury’s American Legion Post 59 visited local cemeteries to lay wreaths in memory of fallen U.S. service members.
Humor amidst rebellion in Lost Nation Theater’s ‘The Revolutionists,’ June 5-15
A tale from the French Revolution in which four bold, bodacious women try not to lose their heads, takes the stage in Montpelier for Lost Nation Theater’s two-week presentation of “The Revolutionists.”
Students pick winners of annual Vermont Youth Book Awards
The Vermont Department of Libraries has announced the winners of this year’s Vermont Youth Book Awards, as decided by more than 17,000 young Vermonters.
Obituary: Frederick Bloom
Frederick Bloom left us on May 28, 2025, but his story continues through his family and friends.
Arts Fest seeks art for 2025 poster
Waterbury Arts Fest is set for July 11-12, and organizers at Revitalizing Waterbury are looking for a Vermont artist to illustrate this year’s commemorative poster and enjoy some perks along the way.
Groups, games, exercise, outings and more at the library in June
The Waterbury Public Library’s calendar is packed with a variety of regular and special free programs and events each month.