Events Calendar

Our calendar is under construction!

We’re working on rolling out a new-and-improved MiniBury calendar. In the meantime, here’s a running list of Addison County kid and family events in November, December and over the holidays.

Please note that event schedules are subject to change without notice, especially around the holidays. We suggest contacting individual event organizers ahead of time to confirm event details.

Questions? Want to submit an event? Email us at [email protected].

NOVEMBER

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24

  • Children’s Author Reading with Musical Accompaniment in Starksboro. Monday, Nov. 24, 10:30 a.m., Starksboro Public Library, 2827 Rte 116. Author and cellist Melissa Perley hosts a meet-and-greet, reads from her book “The Violin Family,” shares live music and signs books. More info at [email protected], 802-735-8929.

    TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25
  • Story & Playtime in Salisbury. Tuesday, Nov. 25, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Salisbury Free Public Library, basement of the Salisbury Meeting House, 853 Maple Street, Salisbury. A few simple stories and songs, and then lots of time to get to know each other! Drop in any time. Open to any children and families from any town. Aimed at kids 0-5.
  • Stories & Playtime in New Haven. Tuesday, Nov. 25, 10:30-11:30 a.m., New Haven Community Library, 78 North Street, New Haven. Read a few stories, sing a few songs, try a simple craft and play with other children and families.Contact: Ruth Shattuck Bernstein; 802-453-4015; [email protected].
  • Pokemon Club in Brandon. Tuesday, Nov. 25, 3-5 p.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Weekly club for ages 6 and up. Free.
  • Magic the Gathering in Brandon. Tuesday, Nov. 25, 5-7 p.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Ages 13 and up. Free.

    WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26
    Please contact individual event organizers to confirm their holiday schedule.

    Parent/Caregiver & Child PlayGroup in Middlebury. Wednesday, Nov. 26, 9-11 a.m., Memorial Baptist Church, 97 S. Pleasant St. Downstairs in the Fellowship Hall. All abilities welcome. Snacks and treats, adaptive projects and play stations. Contact Stephanie Allen: [email protected].
  • Parent Child Center Playgroup in Bristol. Wednesday, Nov. 26, 9:30-11 a.m., Howden Hall, 18 West Street, Bristol. Hosted by the Addison County Parent Child Center, bring your little ones to Howden Hall for play and socializing. Contact: Cynthia Clarke; [email protected]; addisoncountypcc.org.
  • Tot Time Open Gym in Middlebury. Wednesday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, 154 Creek Road, Middlebury. Burn through some energy at this unstructured playtime with tricycles, hula hoops and other toys in the town gym! This program is free thanks to generous support from Junebug.
  • Toddler Time at Brandon Free Library in Brandon VT. Wednesday, Nov. 26, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library @ 4 Franklin St., Brandon VT. Unstructured play time for kids up to age 3.
  • Bixby’s FunLab in Vergennes. Wednesday, Nov. 26, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Bixby Library @ 258 Main Street, Vergennes. Explore, create, and experiment at Bixby’s FunLab — happening every other Wednesday at the Bixby Library! Snacks and drinks provided, curious minds welcome. Come get creative!

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27 – THANKSGIVING

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28
Please contact individual event organizers to confirm their holiday schedule. 

  • Bixby Storytime in Vergennes. Friday, Nov. 28, 10:30-11 a.m., Bixby Library @ 258 Main Street, Vergennes. Little ones and their caregivers get together for stories, songs and play. Contact: https://bixbylibrary.org/.
  • Blooming Circle Mom Support Group in Vergennes. Friday, Nov. 28, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Vergennes Congregational Church @ 30 S Water St, Vergennes, VT 05491. The Blooming Circle is a peer-to-peer support group open to mamas of all ages. Come connect with others, support each other, and talk about motherhood. Contact: Kelly Bessette; 802-373-2989; [email protected].
  • Lincoln Storytime. Friday, Nov. 28, 10:30-10:30 a.m., Lincoln Library @ 222 West River Road, Lincoln. Little ones and their caregivers get together for stories and songs. Contact: 802-453-2665; [email protected]; https://www.lincolnlibraryvt.com/.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29

  • Storytime in Brandon. Saturday, Nov. 29, 10:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Storytime at the library on Thursdays and Saturdays.
  • Kids Cafe Free Movie in Middlebury. Saturday, Nov. 29, 12:30-2 p.m., The Marquis @ 65 Main Street, Middlebury. Catch a kids’ movie for free in the Marquis cafe. Contact: 802-388-4841; https://www.middleburymarquis.com/.

DECEMBER

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2

  • Story & Playtime in Salisbury. Tuesday, Dec. 2, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Salisbury Free Public Library, basement of the Salisbury Meeting House, 853 Maple Street, Salisbury. A few simple stories and songs, and then lots of time to get to know each other! Drop in any time. Open to any children and families from any town. Aimed at kids 0-5.
  • Pokemon Club in Brandon. Tuesday, Dec. 2, 3-5 p.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Weekly club for ages 6 and up. Free.
  • Magic the Gathering in Brandon. Tuesday, Dec. 2, 5-7 p.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Ages 13 and up. Free

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4

  • Playgroup in Vergennes. Thursday, Dec. 4, 9:30-11 a.m., Vergennes Congregational Church @ 30 South Water Street, Vergennes. Little ones and their caregivers play together at this weekly playgroup organized by the Addison County Parent/Child Center. Contact: Cynthia Clarke; 802-209-9011; [email protected].
  • Tot Time Open Gym in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 4, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, 154 Creek Road, Middlebury. Burn through some energy at this unstructured playtime with tricycles, hula hoops and other toys in the town gym! This program is free thanks to generous support from Junebug.
  • Storytime in Brandon. Thursday, Dec. 4, 10:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Storytime at the library on Thursdays and Saturdays.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5

  • Mary Hogan playgroup in Middlebury. Friday, Dec. 5, 8:30-10 a.m., Mary Hogan Elementary School, 201 Mary Hogan Dr., Middlebury. Playgroup is open for all children ages birth-5 and their families on Fridays (following the ACSD school calendar). A light snack will be provided. Please email Deb at [email protected] for more information.
  • Tot Time Open Gym in Middlebury. Friday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, 154 Creek Road, Middlebury. Burn through some energy at this unstructured playtime with tricycles, hula hoops and other toys in the town gym! This program is free thanks to generous support from Junebug.
  • Storytime at Bixby Memorial Library. Friday, Dec. 5, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Bixby Memorial Library, Children’s Room, 258 Main St, Vergennes. Storytime is held every Friday morning in the Bixby’s Children’s Room. Enjoy stories, crafts, fun and community connection. Recommended for preschool-age children.
  • Salisbury Mills family full moon hike. Friday, Dec. 5, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Salisbury Mills Preserve, 1660 W Shore Rd. Family-friendly evening hike with Vermont Land Trust and Middlebury Area Land Trust on a .75 mile trail. Learn about nocturnal animals, play a game and enjoy storytime at the trailhead plus hot cocoa and a snack. Bring water, snacks and a headlamp or flashlight; dress for the weather. Register at vlt.org/events/salisbury-mills-family-full-moon-hike.
  • Bixby Storytime in Vergennes. Friday, Dec. 5, 10:30-11 a.m., Bixby Library @ 258 Main Street, Vergennes. Little ones and their caregivers get together for stories, songs and play.
  • Storytime in Lincoln. Friday, Dec. 5, 10:30-10:30 a.m., Lincoln Library @ 222 West River Road, Lincoln. Little ones and their caregivers get together for stories and songs. Contact: 802-453-2665; [email protected]; lincolnlibraryvt.com.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6

  • Free demo classes at Middlebury Community Music Center in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 6, 9:30–11:15 a.m., Middlebury Community Music Center. Families are invited to try Music Together® (ages 0–5) from 9:30–10:15 a.m. and Rhythm Kids® (ages 4–8) from 10:30–11:15 a.m. as part of Very Merry Middlebury. Children and their grown-ups can sing, dance and drum while sampling early childhood music programs. Preregistration required. Register here. Free.
  • Saturday Playgroup in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 6, 9:30-11 a.m., Vergennes Congregational Church @ 30 S. Water Street, Vergennes. Little ones (birth to 5) and their caregivers get together to play, make new friends, and build a supportive family community. Complimentary coffee will be served for adults; BYO snacks. Contact: Anna Rehm; [email protected].
  • Storytime with Santa in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 6, 10:30-11 a.m., Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St, Vergennes. Enjoy a special storytime with Santa Claus during the Holiday Stroll.
  • Toy swap in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 6, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Bixby Hall, Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St, Vergennes. Find new-to-you treasures at the community toy swap in Bixby Hall.  More info at bixbylibrary.org/event/toy-swap/.
  • Storytime in Brandon. Saturday, Dec. 6 10:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Storytime at the library on Thursdays and Saturdays
  • LEGO club in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St, Vergennes. Join a fun, creative LEGO session with a themed challenge each month—or build whatever you like. Bricks provided; no need to bring your own. All are invited to build and share ideas with fellow LEGO fans.
  • Kids Cafe Free Movie in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 6, 12:30-2 p.m., The Marquis @ 65 Main Street, Middlebury. Catch a kids’ movie for free in the Marquis cafe. Contact: 802-388-4841; middleburymarquis.com.
  • Museum of the Multiverse: Insects in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 6, 1-4 p.m., The Great Hall, McCardell Bicentennial Hall, Middlebury College, 276 Bicentennial Way. Middlebury students present an immersive community outreach event for all ages featuring insects and insect-inspired creatures from “Avatar,” “Dune,” “Star Wars,” “Harry Potter” and more. Visitors can interact with live insects, ask questions, play games and collect prizes by speaking with student experts. Costumes welcome. More info at [email protected].
  • Bristol Elementary School Class of 2032 winter festival fundraiser in Bristol. Saturday, Dec. 6, 4 p.m., Holley Hall, 1 South St. Free winter festival with Magic Man Tom Joyce at 4:30 p.m., live music by Remember Baker, photo booth, silent auction and activities. Full pasta bar, Farmhouse Chocolates and baked goods available for purchase. Proceeds support the Bristol Elementary School Class of 2032. Free admission. More info at [email protected].

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7

  • Masks On! @ ECHO in Burlington. Sunday, Dec. 7, 9-10 a.m., ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain @ 1 College Street, Burlington. Discover and explore at ECHO in a safe, masked environment during this dedicated time for those in our community who are most at risk — including but not limited to, seniors, visitors with disabilities, or those with compromised immune systems. Note: everyone age 2 and older will be required to wear a mask. Questions? Contact Kelsey at [email protected]. RSVP at echovermont.ticketing.veevartapp.com/tickets/view/list/masks-on-sundays.

Sensory-Friendly Art at Brandon Free Library. Sunday, Dec. 7, 8:35-9:35 p.m.. A quiet calm space for kids to make art. Recommended ages 5-12, supplies provided.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9

  • Story & Playtime in Salisbury. Tuesday, Dec. 9, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Salisbury Free Public Library, basement of the Salisbury Meeting House, 853 Maple Street, Salisbury. A few simple stories and songs, and then lots of time to get to know each other! Drop in any time. Open to any children and families from any town. Aimed at kids 0-5.
  • Pokemon Club in Brandon. Tuesday, Dec. 9, 3-5 p.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Weekly club for ages 6 and up. Free.
  • Magic the Gathering in Brandon. Tuesday, Dec. 9, 5-7 p.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Ages 13 and up. Free.

    WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10

  • Parent/Caregiver & Child PlayGroup in Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 10, 9-11 a.m., Memorial Baptist Church, 97 S. Pleasant St. Downstairs in the Fellowship Hall. All abilities welcome. Snacks and treats, adaptive projects and play stations. Contact Stephanie Allen: [email protected].
  • Parent Child Center Playgroup in Bristol. Wednesday, Dec. 10, 9:30-11 a.m., Howden Hall, 18 West Street, Bristol. Hosted by the Addison County Parent Child Center, bring your little ones to Howden Hall for play and socializing. Contact: Cynthia Clarke; [email protected]; addisoncountypcc.org.
  • Tot Time Open Gym in Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 10, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, 154 Creek Road, Middlebury. Burn through some energy at this unstructured playtime with tricycles, hula hoops and other toys in the town gym! This program is free thanks to generous support from Junebug.
  • Toddler Time in Brandon. Wednesday, Dec. 10, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library @ 4 Franklin St., Brandon VT. Unstructured play time for kids up to age 3.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11

  • Playgroup in Vergennes. Thursday, Dec. 11, 9:30-11 a.m., Vergennes Congregational Church @ 30 South Water Street, Vergennes. Little ones and their caregivers play together at this weekly playgroup organized by the Addison County Parent/Child Center. Contact: Cynthia Clarke; 802-209-9011; [email protected].
  • Tot Time Open Gym in Middlebury. Thursday, Dec. 11, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, 154 Creek Road, Middlebury. Burn through some energy at this unstructured playtime with tricycles, hula hoops and other toys in the town gym! This program is free thanks to generous support from Junebug.
  • Storytime in Brandon. Thursday, Dec. 11, 10:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Storytime at the library on Thursdays and Saturdays.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12

  • Mary Hogan playgroup in Middlebury. Friday, Dec. 12, 8:30-10 a.m., Mary Hogan Elementary School @ 201 Mary Hogan Dr, Middlebury, VT 05753. Playgroup is open for all children ages birth-5 and their families on Fridays (following the ACSD school calendar). A light snack will be provided. Please email Deb at [email protected] for more information.
  • Storytime at Bixby Memorial Library. Friday, Dec. 12, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Bixby Memorial Library, Children’s Room, 258 Main St. Storytime is held every Friday morning in the Bixby’s Children’s Room. Enjoy stories, crafts, fun and community connection. Recommended for preschool-age children.
  • Blooming Circle Mom Support Group in Bristol. Friday, Dec. 12, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Federated Church, 37 North St. The Blooming Circle is a peer-to-peer support group open to mamas of all ages. Come connect with others, support each other, and talk about motherhood. Contact: Kelly Bessette; 802-373-2989; [email protected].
  • Storytime in Lincoln. Friday, Dec. 12, 10:30-10:30 a.m., Lincoln Library @ 222 West River Road, Lincoln. Little ones and their caregivers get together for stories and songs. Contact: 802-453-2665; [email protected]; lincolnlibraryvt.com.


SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13

  • Kids’ holiday ornament decorating in Vergennes. Saturday, Dec. 13, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Half Round Room, Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Drop in to decorate a holiday ornament to hang on the tree or give as a gift. More info at bixbylibrary.org.
  • Cookies and a Craft with Mr. Claus in Shoreham. Saturday, Dec. 13, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Platt Memorial Library, 279 Main St., Shoreham. A quieter, simpler visit with Mr. Claus. Write your list for Santa, make a holiday craft, enjoy cookies or a candy cane, and pick up a free book in the cozy library. Free and open to all.
  • Storytime in Brandon. Saturday, Dec. 13, 10:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Storytime at the library on Thursdays and Saturdays.
  • Kids Cafe Free Movie in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 13, 12:30-2 p.m., The Marquis @ 65 Main Street, Middlebury. Catch a kids’ movie for free in the Marquis cafe. Contact: 802-388-4841; middleburymarquis.com.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14

  • Sensory Sunday at ECHO in Burlington. Sunday, Dec. 14, 9-10 a.m., ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, 1 College Street.. All kids, teens, and adults with sensory processing differences, autism spectrum disorder or developmental disabilities are invited to experience a sensory-friendly ECHO! From 9-10 am, the museum will be closed to the general public and lighting and sounds will be adjusted, allowing visitors to enjoy the museum in a calm environment. Interact with ECHO’s exhibits, visit the live animals, and access the sensory backpacks filled with sensory devices! FREE for anyone with Sensory-Processing Differences. RSVP at echovermont.ticketing.veevartapp.com/tickets/view/list/sensory-sunday. Contact: 802-864-1848; [email protected].
  • Wild Ways with Mo: Fire by Friction in Weybridge. Sunday, Dec. 14, 2-4:30 p.m., Otter Creek Gorge Preserve, Morgan Horse Farm Road. Local wilderness expert Maurice “Mo” Bissonnette leads a hands-on workshop teaching participants to make fire by friction while practicing patience, focus and technique. Children 10 and older register individually; one adult must accompany children under 10. Sign up here: malt.jumbula.com.
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