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 for early 2026.
Questions? Want to submit an event? Email us at [email protected].
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 11
Coffee & Convo at Downhill Bread in Bristol. Wednesday, Feb. 11, 8:30–10 a.m., Downhill Bread. Weekly coffee and conversation gathering, hosted by The Blooming Circle. All are welcome. More info at @thebloomingcircle.802 on Instagram.
Parent Child Center Playgroup in Bristol. Wednesday, Feb. 11, 9:30-11 a.m., Howden Hall, 18 West Street. 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, Feb. 11, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, Creek Road, Middlebury. Burn through some energy at this unstructured playtime with tricycles, hula hoops and other ride-on toys in the town gym! This program is free thanks to generous support from Junebug.
Toddler Time at Brandon Free Library. Wednesday, Feb. 11, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St. Unstructured play time for kids up to age 3.
Toddler storytime in Monkton. Wednesday, Feb. 11, 10-10:30 a.m., Russell Memorial Library. Weekly Storytime with Julie introducing toddlers to reading through stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Free and open to all. More info at 802-435-447.
Afternoon craft session in Lincoln. Wednesday, Feb. 11, 3-4:30 p.m., Lincoln Library, 222 West River Rd. An afternoon craft program celebrating hearts and friendships. Materials provided. Free.
Fostering Resilience and Hope in Our Children Today in Middlebury. Wednesday, Feb. 11, 6 p.m., Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society, 2 Duane Ct. Panel discussion on challenges facing families and youth today, moderated by Bill McKibben. Panelists include Tal Birdsey, Matt Kimble, Ph.D., Laura Basili, Ph.D., and Wylie Cate, LCSW. Free and open to the public. More info at northbranchschool.org.
THURSDAY, FEB. 12Love letter and Valentine making in Middlebury. Thursday, Feb. 12, 10 a.m.-noon, outside the National Bank of Middlebury, 32 Main St. Join the Yellow House, an adult residential community in Middlebury, to create love letters and valentines for Yellow House community partners and the special people in your life. Free, everyone is welcome.
Playgroup in Vergennes. Thursday, Feb. 12, 9:30-11 a.m., Vergennes Congregational Church, 30 South Water Street. Little ones and their caregivers play together at this weekly playgroup organized by the Addison County Parent/Child Center. Contact: Phoebe Gunther-Mohr, [email protected].Tot Time Open Gym in Middlebury. Thursday, Feb. 12, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, Creek Road. Burn through some energy at this unstructured playtime with tricycles, hula hoops and other ride-on toys in the town gym! This program is free thanks to generous support from Junebug.
Storytime at Brandon Free Library. Thursday, Feb.12, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St. Enjoy storytime at the library.
FRIDAY, FEB. 13Tot Time Open Gym in Middlebury. Thursday, Feb. 13, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, Creek Road. Burn through some energy at this unstructured playtime with tricycles, hula hoops and other ride-on toys in the town gym! This program is free thanks to generous support from Junebug.
Postpartum Circle in Bristol. Friday, Feb. 13, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Bristol Federated Church, 37 North St. Supportive postpartum gathering for parents, hosted by The Blooming Circle. Free. More info at @thebloomingcircle.802 on Instagram.
Storytime at Brandon Free Library. Friday, Feb. 13, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St. Enjoy storytime at the library.
SATURDAY, FEB. 14Monthly wildlife walk in Middlebury. Saturday, Feb. 14, 8-10 a.m., Otter View Park, intersection of Weybridge Street and Pulp Mill Bridge Road. Otter Creek Audubon and the Middlebury Area Land Trust lead a community wildlife survey of birds and other animals at Otter View Park and the Hurd Grassland. Meet at the Otter View Park parking area. Birders of all ages and abilities welcome. More info at 802-388-6019.
Story Time in Brandon. Saturday, Feb. 14, 10:30-11:30 a.m.,Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St. Enjoy story time at the Brandon Free Library. For more information email [email protected] or visit brandonpubliclibrary.org.
Kids Cafe Free Movie in Middlebury. Saturday, Feb. 14, 12:30-2 p.m., The Marquis, 65 Main Street. Catch a kids’ movie for free in the Marquis cafe. Contact: 802-388-4841; middleburymarquis.com
Valentine’s Day lasagna dinner in Shoreham. Saturday, Feb. 14, 5-7 p.m., Shoreham Congregational Church Fellowship Hall, 28 School St. Community Valentine’s Day dinner featuring meat or vegetarian lasagna, tossed salad, garlic bread, beverages and dessert. $12 adults, $6 children. Please bring a non-perishable item for the food shelf.
Willowell Boogie Benfit in Bristol. Saturday, Feb. 14, 6 p.m., Holley Hall, 1 South St. Dance the night away at the Willowell Foundation’s annual Boogie Benefit fundraiser. The family-friendly event features live music by the Almendros, a silent auction, food and a cash bar. Proceeds support Willowell’s scholarship funding, helping children access nature-based programming and education. $10 at the door, free for children 12 and under. More info at willowell.org.
Valentine’s Day open mic in Middlebury. Saturday, Feb. 14, 7-9 p.m., Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society, 2 Duane Ct. A free, family-friendly open mic with music, skits, stories, poetry and comedy from performers of all ages. Five-minute limit per performer. If you’re interested in performing, contact [email protected] by Feb. 11.
SUNDAY, FEB. 15- Sunday Morning Coffee in Vergennes. Sunday, Feb. 15, 10 a.m.–noon, Vergennes Laundry, 205 Main St. Community coffee gathering hosted by The Blooming Circle. More info at @thebloomingcircle.802 on instagram.
TUESDAY, FEB. 17 Postpartum Lounge in Middlebury. Tuesday, Feb. 17, 10 a.m.–noon, Ilsley Public Library, 30 Main St. A calm, welcoming drop-in space for moms, hosted by The Blooming Circle. Free. More info at @thebloomingcircle.802 on Instagram. Story &
Playtime in Salisbury. Tuesday, Feb. 17, 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, Feb. 17, 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, Feb. 17, 5-7 p.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St., Brandon. Ages 13 and up. Free.
Community Mardi Gras Festival in New Haven. Tuesday, Feb. 17, 5 p.m., New Haven Congregational Church, 91 Town Hill Road. Free, family-friendly Mardi Gras celebration featuring a pancake supper, mask making, photo booth, Mardi Gras bingo and trivia and crowning of Mardi Gras royalty. Free, all ages welcome. More info at [email protected] or 802-282-6944.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 18Coffee & Convo at Downhill Bread in Bristol. Wednesday, Feb. 18, 8:30–10 a.m., Downhill Bread. Weekly coffee and conversation gathering, hosted by The Blooming Circle. All are welcome. More info at @thebloomingcircle.802 on Instagram.
Parent Child Center Playgroup in Bristol. Wednesday, Feb. 18, 9:30-11 a.m., Howden Hall, 18 West Street. 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, Feb. 18, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, Creek Road, Middlebury. Burn through some energy at this unstructured playtime with tricycles, hula hoops and other ride-on toys in the town gym! This program is free thanks to generous support from Junebug.
Toddler Time at Brandon Free Library. Wednesday, Feb. 18, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St. Unstructured play time for kids up to age 3.
Toddler storytime in Monkton. Wednesday, Feb. 18, 10-10:30 a.m., Russell Memorial Library. Weekly Storytime with Julie introducing toddlers to reading through stories, songs, movement, rhymes, and play. Free and open to all. More info at 802-435-447.
THURSDAY, FEB. 19Playgroup in Vergennes. Thursday, Feb. 19, 9:30-11 a.m., Vergennes Congregational Church, 30 South Water Street. Little ones and their caregivers play together at this weekly playgroup organized by the Addison County Parent/Child Center. Contact: Phoebe Gunther-Mohr, [email protected].
Tot Time Open Gym in Middlebury. Thursday, Feb. 19, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, Creek Road. Burn through some energy at this unstructured playtime with tricycles, hula hoops and other ride-on toys in the town gym! This program is free thanks to generous support from Junebug.
Storytime at Brandon Free Library. Thursday, Feb.19, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St. Enjoy storytime at the library.
Nourish & Normalize workshop in Bristol. Thursday, Feb. 19, 6–7:30 p.m., Bristol Federated Church, 37 North St. Workshop led by Emily Piazza. More info at @thebloomingcircle.802 on Instagram.
FRIDAY, FEB. 20
Tot Time Open Gym in Middlebury. Friday, Feb. 20, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Middlebury Rec Center, Creek Road. Burn through some energy at this unstructured playtime with tricycles, hula hoops and other ride-on toys in the town gym! This program is free thanks to generous support from Junebug.
Postpartum Circle in Bristol. Friday, Feb. 20, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Bristol Federated Church, 37 North St. Supportive postpartum gathering for parents, hosted by The Blooming Circle. Free. More info at @thebloomingcircle.802 on Instagram.
Storytime at Brandon Free Library. Friday, Feb. 20, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Brandon Free Library, 4 Franklin St. Enjoy storytime at the library.
Weybridge Fire Department spaghetti supper in Weybridge. Friday, Feb. 20, 5-7 p.m., Weybridge Elementary School, 210 Quaker Village Rd. Community spaghetti supper to benefit the Weybridge Volunteer Fire Department. $15 adults, $5 children under 12.
SATURDAY, FEB. 21
Winter Carnival Ice Show: MiddNight Magic in Middlebury. Saturday, Feb. 21, 7 p.m., Kenyon Arena, Middlebury College, 219 S. Main St. Annual Winter Carnival ice show featuring skaters from Middlebury College, the town of Middlebury, UVM and more. Open to the public. Free admission for children under three, all others require a $6 ticket. Tickets available at the Mahaney Arts Center Box Office and online at middlebury.edu.
SUNDAY, FEB. 22Yoga Flow with Jenny in Vergennes. Sunday, Feb. 22, 4–5 p.m., Vergennes Movement. Gentle yoga flow led by Jenny. Prenatal-friendly. Blooming Circle moms $10. More info at @thebloomingcircle.802 on Instagram.
MONDAY, FEB. 23Cribbage night in Bristol. Monday, Feb. 23, 7-8:15 p.m., Libanus Lodge #47, 2 Elm St. The Bristol Masons host their semimonthly cribbage night. All ages and skill levels welcome. Free.
TUESDAY, FEB. 24Postpartum Lounge in Middlebury. Tuesday, Feb. 24, 10 a.m.–noon, Ilsley Public Library, 30 Main St. A calm, welcoming drop-in space for moms, hosted by The Blooming Circle. Free. More info at @thebloomingcircle.802 on Instagram.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 25
Coffee & Convo at Downhill Bread in Bristol. Wednesday, Feb. 25, 8:30–10 a.m., Downhill Bread. Weekly coffee and conversation gathering, hosted by The Blooming Circle. All are welcome. More info at @thebloomingcircle.802 on Instagram.
SATURDAY, FEB. 28Lunar New Year celebration in Middlebury. Saturday, Feb. 28, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Town Hall Theater, 72-76 Merchants Row. Town Hall Theater and Addison County BIPOC+ present the third annual Lunar New Year Celebration, a family-friendly festival featuring performances, artmaking, cultural demonstrations, storytime and hands-on activities throughout the theater. Music, dance, drumming and a film screening are planned, with traditional Lunar New Year food available for purchase. Free and open to all. More info at townhalltheater.org and addisonarts.org.
Hygge Hangout in Vergennes. Saturday, Feb. 28, noon, Bixby Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Cozy afternoon inspired by hygge, the Danish art of comfort and coziness. Enjoy warm drinks, puzzles, board games and art in a relaxed, welcoming space. All ages welcome.
SUNDAY, MARCH 1“Teen Mental Health in a Changing World” panel discussion in Middlebury. Sunday, March 1, 4-5:15 p.m., Congregational Church of Middlebury, 30 North Pleasant St. Panel discussion on teen mental health moderated by Rev. Elizabeth Gleich, featuring clinicians, educators and a college student discussing current challenges facing today’s teens and ways to offer meaningful support. Also, opening reception of photo exhibit “Nothing to Hide” will follow the discussion. Free. More info at [email protected] or 802-989-7644.
“Nothing to Hide” opening reception in Middlebury. Sunday, March 1, 5:15 p.m., Congregational Church of Middlebury, 30 North Pleasant St. Reception and opening of “Nothing to Hide,” a photo-text exhibit exploring the experiences of individuals and families living with mental illness. Exhibit on view through March 31, weekdays 9 a.m.-2 p.m., in the church’s Hallway Gallery. Free. More info at [email protected] or 802-989-7644.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7
8th Annual LEGO Contest in Vergennes. Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m., Bixby Memorial Free Library, 258 Main St. Public viewing day for the annual LEGO Contest hosted by the Bixby Library and Vergennes Parks and Recreation. Winners announced during the event. LEGO creations may be dropped off March 4-5. Free. More info at bixbylibrary.org.
Crafternoon in Brandon. Saturday, March 7, 1-3 p.m., Brandon Free Public Library, 4 Franklin St. A monthly crafting afternoon for all ages. Bring your own project or create something using library supplies. A different craft will be featured each month. Free.
SUNDAY, MARCH 8Charity fundraising breakfast in Bristol. Sunday, March 8, 7:30-10 a.m., or until sold out, Masons’ Libanus Lodge, corner of North and Elm streets. The Bristol Masons host a monthly breakfast with proceeds benefiting a person or group in need in the Five Town Area. Menu includes homemade corned beef hash, eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries, pancakes, blueberry pancakes, French toast with Vermont maple syrup and Cabot butter, juices, homemade apple bread pudding, coffee by Vermont Coffee Company coffee and Maple Meadows Farm eggs. $9 adults, $5 children under 12.
The Pig Race in Goshen. Sunday, March 8, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Blueberry Hill Outdoor Center, 1288 Goshen-Ripton Rd. Revival of the classic Nordic ski Pig Race, founded in the 1970s, featuring self-timed courses of approximately 7.5- and 12-kilometers, a kids’ race, optional jumps, obstacles and ungroomed trails. Kids’ race starts at 11 a.m.; adult race at 11:30 a.m. Costumes encouraged. Race entry includes a post-race meal with fire-roasted pig, plus mac and cheese and vegetarian options. Meal-only tickets available. BYOB. Day-of registration begins at 10 a.m. Rain or shine. Prices range from $15 for the kids race to $45 for adult long course with meal. More info at blueberryhilltrails.com.
- Introduction to maple sugaring in Leicester. Sunday, March 8, 1-3 p.m., Foxglove Farm, 777 Delorm Rd. Learn how maple syrup is made at this hands-on workshop from MALT, country forester Mark Raishart and Vermont Woodlands Association representative Catherine Raishart. Participants will learn to identify maple trees, set taps, collect sap and understand the basics of syrup making. Twenty free sugaring starter kits will be available, one per family while supplies last, thanks to Bread Loaf View Farm. Free. More info at maltvt.org.