Have you heard of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library or Addison County Readers? If not, we’re about to let you in on one of the best kept secrets around! Children (birth to five years) who are registered for this wonderful program receive a FREE children’s book in the mail each month that is theirs to keep. Addison […]
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Our event’s calendar is bursting with ideas for this weekend, between farmers’ markets* and local theater productions there is plenty to do, but we have our heart set one fantastic fundraiser. Fire engine enthusiast unite at the 5th Annual Adam Myers Day Memorial Fundraiser at the Middlebury Rec Park this Saturday morning! From 10 to 12, the fire department will
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There are a lot of things to look forward to each summer: sunshine, beach days, no snow, and lots of fresh veggies! Here in Vermont, we’re obviously spoiled with local farm fresh food products. So whether your picking up a weekly CSA, visiting the farmers market or shopping for seasonal produce in the grocery store, you’re likely wondered
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Are you a breastfeeding mum or soon to be mama? Then watch this video from Growing Bright Futures in which Anglea Scavo, WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor, discusses community supports for breastfeeding moms. GBF is an informational video series featuring local experts discussing the importance of quality early childhood experiences for Vermont’s children. Growing Bright Futures: Community Support
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How can I help my child choose a book she can read successfully? Whether your child is an emergent reader, learning to read or an enthusiastic, independent reader, finding a book the child finds interesting is key to raising a reader according to llsley Public Library Children’s Librarian Tricia Allen. We reached out to Tricia to ask how we
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Porter Medical Center Launches Community Conversation about the Future of Health Care in our Community Porter Medical Center’s Board has launched a community conversation including community forums and an online questionnaire as part of their strategic planning process regarding the future of Porter and health care delivery in our community. According to PMC spokesperson Ron
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One of our favorite events from last year is back this weekend! The second annual Foodaroo is a family-friendly festival that unites Vermont’s culinary artisans and beverage makers, with an emphasis on Addison County and Chittenden County vendors and farms. From food trucks to brick-and-mortar operations, this outdoor event showcases creative, locally-sourced cuisine… while top local musicians
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Here is the next installment of the informational video series featuring local experts discussing the importance of quality early childhood experiences for Vermont’s children. In this video host Cheryl Mitchell talks with Lisa and Andy Mitchell, founders of Middlebury Underground and organizers of Foodaroo, the Second Annual Street Festival featuring regional food and music plus a
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{last link was broken, oops} Today we’re giving away FREE food again (3 meals for 2 people) from Blue Apron. Entering is easy… We need you to complete the Addison County Early Childhood Survey! The purpose of this survey is to learn more about families with young children who live or work in Addison County. The information from this
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