Update: Not enough families accepted the invitation to consider sending their kids to the Ripton school, and it will close this fall. The Addison Central School District recently adopted a new policy that requires all of its classes in all of its schools to have at least 10 students. This puts Ripton Elementary School, where […]
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Stefanie is spreading the word about her ethically made, organic cotton undies and tees, and she offered a special discount code for MiniBury readers.
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A new kids’ space is opening in Middlebury! This Saturday, August 10, come to the grand opening of the Henry Sheldon Museum‘s new makerspace. Inspired by the museum’s current innovation exhibit, and in collaboration with Middlebury College Makerspace interns Kurt and Taylor, this new space is designed for play, creation and tinkering. Come try out
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Cake is fine, but I love pie: The buttery crust. The jammy filling. The custard!! The non-negotiable addition of vanilla ice cream. The joy of a whipped cream dollop. When I was about 10, I won first place in a pie-eating contest at a harvest festival. With my hands tied behind my back, I dove
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Did you know that all children ages 18 and under, regardless of their family income, are eligible for free lunches and breakfasts through most of the summer? Here are all the Addison County locations serving free meals to kids this summer: Ferrisburgh Central School hosts a drop-in meal site from June 24-Aug. 2. Lunch is
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Outhouse races, Little Debby Swiss Roll eating contests, boat parades — oh yeah, and fireworks. There are many idiosyncratic ways to celebrate Independence Day in Addison County. Here’s what’s on the docket this year.
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It’s time to vote on the bond to renovate and expand Ilsley Public Library! Next Tuesday, May 7, is the big day — polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the town offices on Main Street. Want to vote early? No problem. Just pop into the Middlebury Town Clerk’s office between 8
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The total solar eclipse is almost here! Here’s what’s going on locally on — and in the leadup to — the big day, Monday April 8: Solar Eclipse Festival @ ECHO: Friday through Sunday, April 5-7. Take part in family-friendly, hands-on activities to learn more about this once-in-a-lifetime astronomical event. Personal eclipse glasses available with
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Vermont’s sweetest season is upon us. Actually, the sap has been running, on and off, since December this unusually warm winter. But typically sugarhouses get busy boiling down the sweet stuff in March. Maple Open House Weekend is March 23 and 24, but if you’re looking for a more immersive experience for your family, check
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