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FRIDAY, MARCH 14
DANA ROBINSON CONCERT IN HARDWICK
Folk and acoustic musician Dana Robinson will be performing at the Living Room in The Civic Standard, 42 S. Main St., Hardwick, on Fri., March 14, starting at 7 p.m. Admission is by donation, and RSVP is appreciated. Email [email protected] for more info.
SATURDAY, MARCH 15
CREATE BUBBLE ART
All ages welcome to come explore paint in a new way with this fun (and sometimes messy) technique of printing bubbles onto paper. Starting on Sat., March 15, at 1 p.m. at the Leach Public Library in Irasburg. E-mail [email protected] with your course, participants, and phone number to register, or call/text Trisha at 802-304-0096.
LEARN ESSENTIAL EXCEL SKILLS
This hands-on course, taking place on Sat., March 15, at 1 p.m. at the barn on the common, 4752 Vermont Route 14, is designed to quickly equip participants with essential Excel skills. Topics include navigating Excel, working with formulas, sorting and filtering data, and creating basic charts. Perfect for beginners or those looking for a refresher. E-mail [email protected] with your course, participants, and phone number to register, or call/text Trisha at 802-304-0096.
CREATE WOOD BURNING ART
On Sat., March 15, at 2 p.m., there will be an intro to wood burning art at the Leach Public Library in Irasburg for ages 13 and up. Each student will have access to a wood burner to create a unique piece of art. E-mail [email protected] with your course selection, names of participants, and phone number to register, or call/text Trisha at 802-304-0096 with the same info.
SUNDAY, MARCH 16
LEARN HOW TO KNIT SLIPPERS
Learn how to knit slippers for the whole family on Sun., March 16 from 1-3 p.m. at the Leach Public Library in Irasburg. Some knowledge of knitting is helpful. Yarn and needles provided, or bring supplies from home. E-mail [email protected] with your course, participants, and phone number to register, or call/text Trisha at 802-304-0096.
COUNTRY ACOUSTIC JAM IN WEST BURKE
On Sun., March 16 from 1-4 p.m. in the Burke Community Building, 212 School St., West Burke, there will be a country acoustic jam. Anyone with musical talent encouraged to participate. Door prizes and refreshments. For questions or more info call 802-467-3019.
SHAKESPEARE PERFORMANCE IN CRAFTSBURY
Join the Simpson Memorial Library for a performance of Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors by Dartmouth Rude Mechanicals at the East Craftsbury Presbyterian Church at 4 p.m., followed by a workshop at 5:30 p.m. More info available at jwsimpsonmemorial.org.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19
VERMONT WATERWAYS DISCUSSION
The Goodrich Memorial Library in Newport is hosting a Vermont Humanities Snapshot program, Turning Stones: Discovering the Life of Water on Wednesday, March 19 at 7 p.m. Declan McCabe, aquatic ecologist and biology professor, will discuss and share the organisms found in Vermont’s waterways.
AUTHOR PRESENTATION IN NEWPORT
On Wed., Mar. 19, at 6 p.m., at the Eastside Restaurant in Newport, the Civil War Roundtable presents author Michelle A. Sherburne speaking about her book, The Underground Railroad in Vermont. The lecture will follow at 7 p.m. The meal is pay on your own and the lecture is free.
THURSDAY, MARCH 20
CREATE FIRE CIDER AND SHRUBS
For generations, fire ciders, shrubs, or drinking vinegars have been used by herbalists as a remedy to ward off sickness and promote health. Participants will bring some home, along with recipes for beverages, salad dressings, mocktails, etc. on Thurs., March 20, at 6 p.m. at the barn on the common: 4752 Vermont Route 14. E-mail [email protected] with your course, participants, and phone number to register, or call/text Trisha at 802-304-0096.
ESSEX COUNTY NATURAL RESOURCES COMMUNITY MEETING
The Essex County Natural Resources Conservation District will be hosting a free lunch and community meeting on agriculture, forestry, and natural resources on Thurs., Mar. 20, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Guild Hall, 13 Courthouse Dr., in Guildhall. For more info, visit vacd.org/conservation-districts/essex-county/programs-services or call Clara at 802-535-8877.
SATURDAY, MARCH 22
SUGAR ON SNOW DINNER AND DANCE
Enjoy an evening of dining and dancing at Glover Town Hall on Sat. March 22 at 5:30 p.m. Music by Michael Hahn Trio, food includes baked maple beans, hot dogs steamed in maple syrup, maple egg potato salad, and sugar-on-snow dessert. Put your name and number in the sap bucket a chance to win a half gallon of maple syrup. All proceeds go to Shadow Lake Dam fund.
QUILTING Q&A
Wondering about the origins of an old family quilt, or how it was made? Stuck on completing a quilting project? On Sat., March 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Leach Public Library in Irasburg, bring a project you have questions about or stop by with an interest in quilting. Cheryl Hogan will be doing periodic technique demonstrations. E-mail [email protected] with your course, participants, and phone number to register, or call/text Trisha at 802-304-0096.
JED’S MAPLE ANNUAL PARTY AND OPEN HOUSE
On Sat., Mar. 22 and Sun., Mar. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Jed’s Maple Products will be hosting its annual sugar-on-snow party and open house. There will be sugar-on-snow, maple pizza, specialty food sampling, children’s activities, and more. It’s located at 259 Derby Pond Road in Derby. For more info, call 802-766-2700 or follow them on Facebook: Jed’s Maple NEKMC.
SUNDAY, MARCH 23
HEALING ARTS SWAP IN HARDWICK
Come swap your herbs, herbal products, or vouchers for healing services at the Healing Arts Swap on Sun., March 23 from 1-3 p.m. in the Hardwick Memorial Building, 20 Church St., Hardwick. For more info, contact [email protected].
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26
GRANT WRITING OPEN HOUSE
On Wed., March 26, from 3-6 p.m. at the Leach Public Library in Irasburg, drop in to ask questions, get help with a specific grant, or use a database to research grants. E-mail [email protected] to register, or call/text Trisha at 802-304-0096.
SATURDAY, MARCH 29
KIDS’ PINCH POT POTTERY CLASS
On Sat., March 29, at 11 a.m. at the Leach Public Library in Irasburg, 14-year-old Lucas Bittner will be teaching a one-of-a-kind clay pinch pot class for ages pre-K through fifth grade. E-mail [email protected] to register, or call/text Trisha at 802-304-0096.
UKULELE FOR BEGINNERS
An introduction to basic ukulele chords, strumming, and fingerpicking on Sat., March 29, at 2 p.m. at the Leach Public Library in Irasburg. Simple songs will be taught from sheet music and/or online sites. Bring your own ukulele, or let them know if you need to borrow one. E-mail [email protected] to register, or call/text Trisha at 802-304-0096.
BIRTH DOULA INFORMATION WORKSHOP
Want to learn more about birth doulas and what they do? Whether participants are expecting themselves or know someone who is, join to learn about the benefits of hiring a birth doula on Sat., March 29, at 9 a.m. at Leach Public Library in Irasburg. E-mail [email protected] to register, or call/text Trisha at 802-304-0096.
MRS. HILLIKER’S SECOND GRADE CLASS REUNION
Those who were in Mrs. Hilliker’s second grade class at the Irasburg school are invitied to a reunion on Sat., March 29, at 4 p.m. at the barn on the common: 4752 Vermont Route 14. Reconnect with classmates and share memories. Refreshments. E-mail [email protected] to register, or call/text Trisha at 802-304-0096.
SUNDAY, MARCH 30
CALLIGRAPHY CLASS AT THE LIBRARY
Even with the existence of technology, calligraphy is still used to add beauty and flair to written communication. On Sun., March 30, at 10 a.m. at the Leach Public Library in Irasburg, this class will teach the basics of lettering in both cursive and print styles. Students will learn what tools are required, how to hold a brush pen, and some basic calligraphy strokes. E-mail [email protected] to register, or call/text Trisha at 802-304-0096.
SCAM-PROOFING 101
Learn how to detect scams on Sun., March 30, at 1 p.m. at the Leach Public Library in Irasburg. From fake tech support calls to texts and emails seeking to trick people into sharing personal data, they’ll cover the most common scams and how to avoid them. E-mail [email protected] to register, or call/text Trisha at 802-304-0096.
MYTH AND CREATION DISCUSSION
Central to any culture is its creation myth that orients its people to reality. Learn more about myths and discuss a new creation myth for the world at this class by Dr. Ron Holland on Sun., March 30, at 3 p.m. at the barn on the common: 4752 Vermont Route 14. E-mail [email protected] to register, or call/text Trisha at 802-304-0096.
SUNDAY, APRIL 13
JED’S MAPLE PRESENTATION
On Sun., April 13, Steve and Amy Wheeler of Jed’s Maple will give a presentation on sugaring in Vermont at 2 p.m. at the Derby Historical Society Museum at 35 Junior High Drive, Derby. Free, refreshments included.
SATURDAY, MAY 10
SHADOW LAKE DAM FUNDRAISER
Reading by Joan Alexander. Shadow Lake song written and sung by Loraine Janowski and Donna Delmoora. Auction with auctioneer Richard Degre, including handcrafted paintings, quilts, local gift certificates and merchandise, fitness memberships, and more at the Glover Town Hall at 5 p.m. More music to follow auction. All proceeds go to Shadow Lake Dam fund.
COMMUNITY MEALS & FOOD SHELVES
ALBANY FOOD SHARE
The Albany Food Share is open every Saturday from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the entrance to the Albany Town Hall, Route 14. If the increase in the cost of almost everything is affecting your ability to feed your family healthy foods, please know that the Albany Food Share is open to all. Registration is not required. If you live in Albany or Irasburg and are physically unable to pick up a Food Share, delivery can be arranged by calling Nadine at 802-755-6703, or Hannah at 802-793-4642. The Albany Food Share is part of the Hardwick Food Pantry and the Vermont Food Bank.
COMMUNITY MEALS AT THE BARTON HUB
Free meals served Thursdays from 12-1 p.m. at the Barton Memorial Hall. Pantry open Tuesdays and Thursdays 12-3 p.m. For more info call Ally Howell (802) 673-8379. NEKO has funding until 3/1 to pay for rides to the Barton community meals. Call Rural Community Transport at (802) 748-8170 to schedule a free ride 48 hours in advance. Free rides available to anyone living in Albany, Barton, Brownington, Coventry, Glover, Irasburg, Orleans, Sutton, and Westmore. Ask for a ride to the Barton Memorial Hall.
GLOVER SENIOR MEALS
Meals served Wednesdays at noon, bingo at 1 p.m. For info about the meals and senior center call (802) 525-1000. For info about bingo call Maryann Royer 802-525-0084
GREEN MOUNTAIN BIBLE CHURCH OF ISLAND POND
567 Route 105, West Charleston Rd. www.gmbiblechurch.org. 802-723-6143. Free community dinner served every second Monday at 4 p.m. Food distribution every second Monday at 4:30 pm.
ISLAND POND CONGREGATE MEAL-SITE
Lunch is served Monday, Tuesday and Friday at noon. Island Pond Community Service is located at Sunrise Manor, 94 Main Street in Island Pond. For info, call 802-723-6130. Suggested donation is $5 per meal, but only pay what you can. All are welcome. Also provided are Meals-on-wheels for the following areas: Island Pond, East Charleston, West Charleston, Morgan, Norton, Canaan and Bloomfield. If anyone know needs Meals-on Wheels, call 800-642-5119 to sign up.
ORLEANS FEDERATED CHURCH
The Orleans Community Food Shelf continues to operate Monday mornings from 8:30-9:30 a.m. with a pre-packed bag distribution. No sign up needed.
ST. MARK’S FREE LUNCH & FOOD SHELF
St. Mark’s Food Shelf, in the Parish House, is open every Mon. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. It makes no difference where one lives, or financial standing. Each will receive a bag of groceries with additional food offerings if available. Free Lunch on the 2nd Tuesday of every month from noon-1 p.m. in the Parrish House. 44 Second St. Newport. 802-334-7365.
TROY AREA LIONS CLUB COMMUNITY/SENIOR MEALSITE
All are welcome to enjoy the weekly meal at the Westfield Community Center, 59 North Hill Road (at School Street). The meal is served at noon each Thursday. A $4 donation is suggested. To-go meals are available for pickup around 12:15. For pickup orders call 802-744-5466 after 10 a.m. on Thursday.
THE GENNY MEAL PROGRAM
Under the Feed it Forward Fund and Genny Meal program, 20 free meals will be available to patrons of the Genny’s two locations in Albany and Craftsbury. Donations to the Feed it Forward Fund, in the form of a check, can be made out and mailed to Craftsbury General Store, 118 South Craftsbury Road, Craftsbury, VT 05826, with Feed it Forward in the memo line.
VT FOODBANK VEGGIE VAN GO MOBILE FOOD PANTRY
Pick up at the Eastside Restaurant in Newport the fourth Tuesday of every month from 9:30-11 a.m. No need to register.
FARMERS MARKET
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SUMMER CAMPS/PROGRAMS
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ONGOING
AL-ANON – ST. MARK’S, NEWPORT
Troubled by someone else’s drinking or drug use? Attend an Al-Anon meeting. Personal anonymity, as well as confidentiality of members sharing in the program, creates a safe place to get help. Virtual and in-person meeting dates and times are listed on the VT Al-Anon website: www.vermontalanonalateen.org. The Newport in-person weekly meeting has returned to St. Mark’s Episcopal Church (in the Parish Hall behind church) on Tuesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. at 44 Second Street, Newport.
ALBANY LIBRARY WRITING GROUP
This will be a creative space, where writers support each other in facing down the blank page. The group will be facilitated by assistant librarian and writer Krista Mayer. Teens and adults are both welcome. Writing prompts provided. This group meets from 2-4 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month at the Albany Public Library.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
For anyone who thinks they have a problem and would like help, Alcoholics Anonymous is available during this time of COVID-19. Virtual meeting dates and times are listed at Vermont Area 70 website: https://aavt.org. Click on blue virtual meeting links or call the NEK area confidential hotline at 802-334-1213.
ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVERS IN-PERSON SUPPORT GROUP
Newport (VT) Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group provides support and informative exchange with those caring for someone with dementia. Offered monthly, in-person, every 4th Tuesday, 3:30-5 p.m. Goodrich Memorial Library, Main Street, Newport, 2nd floor. Informal and confidential. Elevator access and handicap parking in rear of building. Contact Suzi, 802-673-9499 or [email protected] for any questions.
AMERICAN LEGION POST #7 HARDWICK
51 North Main Street, Hardwick. Ongoing bingo every Monday night. Doors open at 6 p.m., bingo starts at 7 p.m. The kitchen will be open serving a small menu until 8 p.m.
AMERICAN LEGION POST #21 NEWPORT
The American Legion Post #21 is located at 5 Veterans Avenue in Newport (next to the high school). Ongoing events include Bingo every Friday at 6:30 p.m. and every Sunday at 12:30 p.m., and live music from 6-9 p.m. on Thursdays.
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP – FIRST YEAR’S FIRSTS
Orleans Essex VNA & Hospice provides a monthly support group for people who have experienced the loss of a loved one over the past year. Facilitated by the OEVNA Chaplain “Mickey” Richards and OEVNA Social Worker Donna Laurin. The group meets the first Tuesday of the month (July will be Wednesday, July 5) from 3-4 p.m., at OEVNA, 46 Lakemont Road in Newport. There is no cost to attend. For more info call OEVNA at 802-334-5213. No pre-registration needed.
BILINGUAL (SPANISH-ENGLISH) PLAYGROUP
Sundays, 2-3 p.m. at the John Woodruff Simpson Memorial Library for children ages 4-9, accompanied by an adult. Free. 1972 East Craftsbury Road, East Craftsbury.
BOARD GAME GROUP IN ALBANY
Board Game Group at the Albany Public Library meets on the second Saturday of each month for ages 10 and up. Questions, email [email protected], or [email protected]. Albany Public Library, 830 Main Street, in Albany.
BORDER BOARD GAMES IN DERBY LINE
Play modern board games like Wingspan or Ticket to Ride the third Sat. of each month at the Derby Line Village Hall from 5-11 p.m. No experience necessary. Games are taught. Bring your own games or just show up. For more info, contact Bethany at [email protected] or text 802-624-0862 or visit www.facebook.com/groups/borderboardgames. Email for Discord invite link. Border Board Games will not be hosted in Sept. 2025.
BRIDGE CLUB – ARTHUR AIKEN DUPLICATE
The Arthur Aiken Duplicate Bridge Club meets Mondays at 12:30 p.m. at 160 Railroad Street in North Troy. For more info, contact Eric McCann at 802-988-4773 or Denny Lyster at 802-744-6839.
COMMUNITY SEED EXCHANGE
CSE is a service of the Barton Public Library. Providing free seeds to all residents of the Northeast Kingdom with a wide assortment of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. Open as of Saturday, March 1. For more info, email [email protected].
COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS
The Northeast Chapter of Compassionate Friends meets every third Tues. of the month beginning Jan. 21 from 6-7:30 p.m. at Orleans Federated Church, School St. in Orleans. Losing a child is the worst loss any parent can endure. Join in sharing, bring a photo, maybe a poem, you need not walk alone. Call if attending or for questions contact Fran Smith at 802-673-9910 or Bev Gage at 802-673-9027.
CRAFTING IN DERBY LINE
Craft the second Saturday of each month at the Derby Line Village Hall from noon-4 p.m. Conversation, painting, needlework, visiting, etc. Come and go as you please. Contact Ken at [email protected] or 802-334-8033.
DEATH CAFE IN ALBANY
An informal conversation about death, facilitated by Kelsey Crelin. Refreshments are provided. This group meets on at 6 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month at the Albany Public Library.
DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE IN DERBY LINE
Dances of Universal Peace the second Sunday of each month at the Derby Line Village Hall from 2-4 p.m. Gentle, spiritual circle dances. No experience necessary. Indoor shoes. Phone ahead. For more info, contact Heather at 802-895-4341.
FOLK MUSIC JAM
1st and 3rd Saturdays at 10 a.m. Pope Library (Community Center) in Danville, “Back porch style” sit in a circle and take turns choosing a tune/song. Listeners welcome. For more info, call 802-684-2256 or Vicki at 802-535-6069.
JOURNEY TO RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP
212 Prouty Drive, Newport. 802-624-4156. https://jtr-cc.org/. Monday – Parents in Recovery at noon; Tuesday – All Recovery at noon; Narcotics Anonymous at 6 p.m.; Wednesday – Parents in Recovery at noon; Thursday – Lunch Chat at noon, Seeking Safety at 2 p.m., Al-Anon Anonymous at 6 p.m. zoom only; Friday – Families in Recovery at noon, All Recovery at 1p.m.; Sunday – Alcoholics Anonymous at 9 a.m. at North Country Hospital. All groups are accessible over Zoom, excluding lunch chat. Links on website.
JUGGLING CLUB IN ALBANY
Juggling club will be running through the winter months on Saturdays from 1-3 p.m. in the Albany Town Hall. Loaner gear is available, and beginners are welcome.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS – TROY
All you can eat breakfast every third Sunday 8 to 11 a.m. to benefit families in need. All you can eat for $9. Kids under five are free. St. Andre Bessette Parish, Troy Church Hall, 130 South Pleasant St., Troy. Sponsored by Council 7943. For more info, contact 802-673-7510 or 802-323-2470.
MINECRAFT CLUB FOR KIDS
A Minecraft club for kids happens every Sat. at the Albany Library, from 1-3 p.m. Snacks provided.
MUSIC JAM SESSION IN DERBY LINE
Music jams will be held on the 4th Sunday of the month from 1-4 p.m. at Derby Line Village Hall. All music players welcome. For more info, call Donna 802-673-9101.
NEK RAINBOW COALITION
LGBTQIA+ group meets every fourth Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at 44 Second St. in Newport (behind St. Mark’s Episcopal Church) for board games, peer support, movie nights, discussions, and Pride event planning. Queer community members and allies are welcome. Snacks and drinks are provided. See nekrc.com for more details.
NEWPORT ELKS LODGE #2155
3736 US Route 5, Derby. Wed. – Pool tournaments 6:30 p.m. $5 buy in. Thursdays – Dart tournaments 6:30 p.m. -$5 buy in. Bingo 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Fridays – Pub night 5 to 7:30 p.m. Cornhole at 6:30 p.m. bags fly at 7 p.m. $7 per person. Shuffleboard at 6:30 p.m. $6 Buy in. All activities open to the public. Gordie’s All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast 8-11 a.m. The first Sunday of every month. Adults $12, children 12 and under $6.
NORTH COUNTRY QUILTERS GUILD
Meetings held on the first Tues. of the month at The Church of God in Newport on New members welcome regardless of skill level. Contact Kathy Nolan at [email protected] or Emily Smartt at [email protected] to be included on the email list. For more info, visit www.northcountryquiltersvt.com.
OLD-TIME JAM SESSION IN CRAFTSBURY
On the first and third Wed. of each month, from 6-8 p.m. there will be an old-time jam session at the John Woodruff Simpson Memorial Library, 1972 East Craftsbury Road in Craftsbury. All ages and abilities are encouraged to attend.
SPANISH/ENGLISH BILINGUAL PLAYGROUP
Spanish/English bilingual playgroup for children ages 4-9 on Sundays, 3-4 p.m. at the J.W. Simpson Library in East Craftsbury.
SPANISH CONVERSATION CLASS
Join a six-week Spanish Conversation Class at the Simpson library in Easy Craftsbury, designed for beginners to early intermediate learners, but open to all levels. All ages welcome, you can come to one or all six classes. Please email [email protected] to register, and note in your email which dates you plan to attend.
STAMP CLUB IN NEWPORT
The Memphremagog Stamp Club meets on the first and third Wednesday of every month at CALLICO, 326 Bluff Road in Newport from 7 to 9 p.m. Call Denis for details at 802-334-6001. All stamp collecting interests are welcome.
VFW POST #798 AUXILIARY
141 Central St., Newport. Newport. Regular monthly meeting the second Sun. of the month at 6:05 p.m. Visit Facebook-VFW POST 798 Auxiliary to view the menu.
CHURCH NOTIFICATIONS
ALBANY & EAST ALBANY
ALBANY CHURCH – 906 Main Street, Albany. 802-755-6252. Pastor Tuan Tran. Sundays, at 10 a.m. Nursery – teen Sunday School.
EAST ALBANY CHURCH – 2881 Creek Road, Irasburg. 802-323-7667.
BARTON AREA
LAKE REGION PARISH – BARTON UNITED CHURCH, GLOVER COMMUNITY CHURCH & WEST GLOVER CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH – 802-525-3607. January Sunday services will be held at the West Glover Congregational Church at 10 a.m. Sunday school available.
MOST HOLY TRINITY PARISH – Barton, Orleans, and Irasburg. Mass times: Saturday at 4 p.m. at St. Theresa’s in Orleans; Sunday at 8:15 a.m. at St. John Vianney in Irasburg, 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul’s in Barton; Wednesday at 6:15 p.m. at St. Theresa’s in Orleans; Thursday and Friday at 8:30 a.m. at St. Paul’s in Barton. Check the bulletin or call the rectory at 802-525-3711 to confirm weekday Mass times.
NORTHEAST KINGDOM QUAKERS – Sunday Meeting for Worship at 10 a.m. in the lower-level community room of the Barton library. Sharing of joys, concern and afterthoughts. Zoom available. Vee at 802-754-2029 or email Linda at [email protected].
BROWNINGTON
BROWNINGTON CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH – Hinman Settler Road, Brownington Village. Regular Sunday service at 11 a.m.
BROWNINGTON CENTER CHURCH – 9 Spirit Road, Brownington. Pastor Neal Perry. 802-754-2396.
CHARLESTON, EAST & WEST CHARLESTON
CHARLESTON GRACE MOVEMENT – Rightly dividing the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15. For Bible study time and location, call 802-723-4831.
PLYMOUTH CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH – 7068 VT-105, East Charleston. 802-723-5873. The church is handicap accessible.
WEST CHARLESTON BAPTIST CHURCH – 1028 VT Route 105, West Charleston. 802-895-4509. Sunday service at 9 a.m. Social time following. Bible study Wednesday at 6 p.m. Interim Pastor, Glenn Peterson.
COVENTRY
GRACE BRETHREN CHURCH – 3 VT Route 14, Coventry. 802-754-2363. Pastor Scott Libby. Worship service Sundays at 10 a.m. Handicapped accessible. Nursery provided and children’s church during sermon. Bible studies in homes. Call for details.
CRAFTSBURY & EAST CRAFTSBURY
EAST CRAFTSBURY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH – 1773 Ketchum Hill Road, Craftsbury. Sunday Bible study 10 a.m. Sunday worship 11 a.m. YouTube at 11 a.m.
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC CHURCH – 21 Creek Rd., Craftsbury. For Mass schedules, go to www.mqasvt.org.
THE UNITED CHURCH OF CRAFTSBURY – 7 Church Lane, Craftsbury Common. 802-586-8028. [email protected]. Sunday service is 10 a.m. Past services are available at www.unitedchurchofcraftsbury.com.
DERBY & DERBY LINE
CHURCH OF GOD IN DERBY – 295 Crawford Road in Derby. www.newportcog.com. On Facebook @Newport-VT-Church-of-God.
FIRST UNIVERSALIST PARISH OF DERBY LINE – 112 Main St., Derby Line. 802-873-3563. [email protected]. Visit www.derbylineuu.org for service schedule. Regular Sunday service at 10:30 a.m. in person and on Zoom. Followed by Pot luck.
ST. EDWARD THE CONFESSOR – 59 Elm St., Derby Line. 802-334-5066. Masses: Sunday 8:30 a.m., Monday & Friday 5:30 p.m.
GREENSBORO & GREENSBORO BEND
GREENSBORO UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST – Join livestream worship services Sunday at 10 a.m. www.guccvt.org.
ST. MICHAEL CHURCH – 270 The Bend Road, Greensboro Bend. Regular Sunday Masses 10:30 a.m. For parish info, go to www.mqasvt.org.
HARDWICK & EAST HARDWICK
HARDWICK BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH – 296 South Main Street, Hardwick. 802-472-5294.
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH – 39 West Church Street, Hardwick. Church office 802-472-5979. Tuesday evenings at 5 p.m., a brief prayer service is held on Zoom. Most services feature organ music by music Director Rip Keller.
ST. NORBERT CHURCH – 193 Main St., Hardwick. Regular weekend Masses: Saturday, 4 p.m. and Sunday 8:30 a.m. For info, go to www.mqasvt.org.
HOLLAND
HOLLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH – 3088 Valley Road, Holland. Rev. Robert Martin, Interim Pastor. Sunday services and children’s church at 10 a.m. Online Worship on Facebook @HollandCommunityChurch. Contact through Facebook Messenger. Bible study Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Handicapped accessible.
IRASBURG
IRASBURG UNITED CHURCH – Pastor Reverend Avril Cochran. Sunday 9:30 a.m. Communion first Sunday of every month. Steeple lights for December are lit in loving memory of Tom Stelter from his wife & family; and for Mom, Dad and Linda Reick from the LaMarche family.
ISLAND POND
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH IN ISLAND POND – 0 Paradis Mountain Rd., Island Pond. 802-723-1159. Pastor Dusty Paradee. Sunday service at 6 p.m.
GREEN MOUNTAIN BIBLE CHURCH OF ISLAND POND – 567 Route 105, West Charleston Rd. www.gmbiblechurch.org. 802-723-6143. Sunday Services at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday Night Adult Bible Study at 6 p.m. Friday Family Fun Night at 6 p.m. Free community dinner served every second Monday at 4 p.m. Food distribution every second Monday at 4:30 p.m. Community Closet open Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
ST. JAMES THE GREATER – 146 Middle St., Island Pond. Masses: Friday 11 a.m., Sunday 10:30 a.m.
MORGAN
MORGAN UNITED CHURCH – Mead Hill, Morgan. 802-895-4526. Sunday services at 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. Nursery and Sunday School. Rev Michael S. DeSena.
NEWARK
NEWARK STREET UNION MEETINGHOUSE – Newark. For more info, Colleen Geddis at [email protected].
NEWPORT
FAITH LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH—Assembly of God – 51 Alderbrook Road, Newport. Sunday adult Bible study at 9 a.m., worship service at 10:30 a.m. Adult Bible study Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m.
LIFE IN CHRIST FELLOWSHIP – 81 Weaver St., Newport. www.lifeinchristvt.org and on Facebook. Sunday service 10 a.m.
SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH – 37 Concord Avenue, Newport. 207-812-8088; 802-334-3096. Saturday Sabbath School at 9:30 a.m. Saturday Worship Service at 11 a.m. Pastor Josias Baez-Roman.
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS – 3417 Darling Hill Road, Newport. 802-334-5700. Sunday – Sacrament meeting at 10 a.m. Sunday School at 11:10 a.m. Primary program for children 18 months and up during 2nd meeting.
ST. MARK’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH – 44 Second Street, Newport 802-334-7365. www.stmarksnewport.org. Services in person every Sunday 9:30-10:30 a.m. with coffee hour following. Services also on Zoom. See Facebook for Zoom link or email [email protected]. Food shelf open to all every Monday from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
ST. MARY STAR OF THE SEA – 191 Clermont Terrace, Newport. 802-487-9881. Masses: Sunday Vigil 4 p.m. Saturday, Sunday, 9:30 & 11 a.m. Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. & 4 p.m.
THE UNITED CHURCH OF NEWPORT – Sunday service at 9:30 a.m. Services broadcast on NEKTV and on YouTube. Bags of food are available at the church from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
ORLEANS
ORLEANS FEDERATED CHURCH – 24 School Street, Orleans. 802-754-6486. [email protected]. Sunday worship at 9 a.m. A Zoom link is available. Email for Zoom invitation.
SHEFFIELD
SHEFFIELD FEDERATED CHURCH – Berry Hill Road, Sheffield. Sunday service at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Rob Perkins.
SUTTON
SUTTON BAPTIST CHURCH – 802-525-4214. Pastor Mark Heinrichs. Sunday services at 10:15 a.m. and on YouTube.com at Vermont Country Pastor.
TROY
ST. ANDRE BESSETTE PARISH – Formerly Sacred Heart of Jesus, 130 S. Pleasant St., North Troy. Mass 4 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. Sunday morning. Daily Mass every weekday at 9 a.m. except Monday when an hour of Adoration takes place.
WESTMORE
WESTMORE COMMUNITY CHURCH – 27 Hinton Hill Rd., Westmore. westmorecommunitychurch.com or on Facebook. The church will be closed the remainder of the winter and will re-open on Palm Sunday, April 13.
GALLERIES & MUSEUMS
CATAMOUNT ARTS
15 Eastern Ave., St. Johnsbury. 802-748-2600. www.catamountarts.org.
CHARLES M. AND HANNA H. GRAY GALLERY
Located at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital (NVRH) on the hospital’s main floor. Art Gallery Curator Jennifer Layn, [email protected]. (802) 748-7313 All exhibited art is for sale and a portion of the proceeds benefit the NVRH ARTs program.
CHARLESTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM
Museum Drive, West Charleston. 802-723-6024. Open Weds. 2-4 p.m. June-Sept. or by appointment.
CRYSTAL LAKE FALLS HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION
The museum is open by appointment. 802-525-3084. The Brick Kingdom Park open during daylight hours.
DERBY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM
37 Junior High Drive, Derby. 802-766-8080. Open Sundays 2-4 p.m. or by appointment.
FAIRBANKS MUSEUM
1302 Main Street, St. Johnsbury. 802-748-2372. www.fairbanksmuseum.org.
GLOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM
51 Bean Hill, above Town Clerk’s Office and Glover Public Library. Open most Monday afternoons, 1-5 p.m., or by appointment. Call Betsy at 802-525-4051 or Joan at 802-525-6212.
GREENSBORO HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM
29 Breezy Avenue, Greensboro.
GREATER BARTON ARTS
396 Main Street, Barton. 802-525-3740. Closed for the season. Open Studio Mondays 9:30-11 through Oct. 28 then moving to the Barton Public Library ‘til spring.
HIGHLAND CENTER FOR THE ARTS
2875 Hardwick Street, Greensboro. 802-533-2000. www.highlandartsvt.org. Open Wednesday – Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. by reservation only.
MAC CENTER FOR THE ARTS
158 Main Street, Newport. 802-334-1966. www.maccenterforthearts.com. Open Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Sunday and Monday. Off the Wall art show thru June 23.
MEMPHREMAGOG HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Emory Hebard State Office Building, 100 Main Street, Newport. 802-334-6195. Open to the public, Monday to Friday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The exhibits is a permanent display of panels: Crossroads Before & Beyond Abenakis Culture and Timeline, Remembering the City of Newport’s Vanishing History of Legends, and Celebrating Confluence.
MUSEUM OF EVERYDAY LIFE
3482 Dry Pond Road (Rt. 16), Glover. www.museumofeverydaylife.org. 802-626-4409. Open every day from 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
NORTHEAST KINGDOM ARTISANS’ GUILD
Back Room Gallery at 430 Railroad St., St. Johnsbury. 802-748-0158. www.nekartisansguild.com. Open Tuesday – Saturday 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. The Art of Holland Sweeney Deiringer showing through May 30.
OLD STONE HOUSE MUSEUM & HISTORIC VILLAGE
109 Old Stone House Road, Brownington. 802-754-2022. [email protected]. www.OldStoneHouseMuseum.org. Closed for the season. Open mid-May to mid-October. Grounds open year-round for self-guided tours.
THE PAINTERS LIGHT GALLERY
438 Main St., Derby. www.alyssadelabruere.com. Open Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
PARKER PIE GALLERY
161 County Road, West Glover. 802-525-3366. Kate Ives: Colour Me Happy paintings Dec. 11-Jan. 21. Laura Pohl: “Quiltscapes,” colorful large acrylic paintings inspired by the geometry and patterns of quilts, Jan. 21 through Mar. 19.
THE SATELLITE GALLERY
71 Depot St., Lyndonville. 802-229-8317. Facebook.com/thesatellitevt. Open Wed. and Sat. noon-4 p.m. or by appointment.
WHITE WATER GALLERY
5 River Street, East Hardwick Village. 802-563-2037. whitewatergallery.blogspot.com Open Sunday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. or by appointment.
WOODSHED GALLERY AT BREAD & PUPPET THEATER
753 Heights Rd. in Glover at Bread and Puppet.
LIBRARIES
ALBANY PUBLIC LIBRARY
830 Main St., Albany. 802-755-6107. [email protected]. www.albanypubliclibraryvt.org. Open Mon. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Wed. and Fri. 3-6 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Story time Mon. 10 a.m. Beginning on Fri., Mar. 7, Lego club on Fridays from 3-4:30 p.m. Minecraft club Sat. from 1-3 p.m. Snacks provided.
BARTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
100 Church St., Barton. 802-525-6524. https://bartonpubliclibrary.org. Open Monday 2-6 p.m., Tuesday 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-noon. Monday story time 4-5 p.m. Wednesday story time 10:30 a.m.-noon.
COBLEIGH PUBLIC LIBRARY
14 Depot Street, Lyndonville. 802-626-5475. www.cobleighlibrary.org. Open Monday noon-5 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday noon-7 p.m., Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
CRAFTSBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY
149 Common Loop, Craftsbury Common. 802-586-9683. [email protected]. www.craftsburypubliclibrary.org. Open Mon. 2-6 p.m., Tues. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Wed. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Thurs. 2-6 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Preschool story time: Tuesdays and Fridays at 10 a.m.
DAILEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
101 Junior High Drive, Derby Center. 802-766-5063. www.daileymemoriallibrary.org. Open Tuesday and Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Saturdays 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
GLOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
51 Bean Hill Rd, Glover. 802-525-4365. https://gloverlibrary.org. Open Monday 9 a.m.-noon, Tuesday 2-5 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday noon-5 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m.-noon.
GOODRICH MEMORIAL LIBRARY
202 Main St., Newport. 802-334-7902. www.goodrichlibrary.org. [email protected]. Open Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Story time: 10:30 a.m. every Thurs. geared for 2-4 year-olds. Book Club: 1 p.m. every third Thurs. Board Meeting: 12:15 p.m. every third Fri.
GREENSBORO FREE LIBRARY
53 Wilson St., Greensboro. 802-533-2531. [email protected]. www.greensborofreelibrary.org. Open Tues. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Thurs.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and Sun. 12 p.m.-2 p.m. Closed Mon. and Wed. Story time: 10:30 a.m. on Thursdays
HASKELL FREE LIBRARY AND OPERA HOUSE
93 Caswell Avenue, Derby Line. 888-626-2060. [email protected]. www.haskelloperahouse.org. Open to members Tues. to Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tours available by reservation.
HITCHCOCK MUSEUM AND LIBRARY
1252 VT Route 100, Westfield. 802-744-8258. www.westfield.vt.gov/hitchcock-library. Open Tues. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Thurs. 1 p.m.-6 p.m. and Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
HOLLAND FREE LIBRARY
28 School Road, Holland. Open every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come take as many books as you’d like, there is no return policy. Watch for upcoming kids’ story time and other activities hosted by the Holland Free Library.
ISLAND POND PUBLIC LIBRARY
49 Mill St, Island Pond. 802-723-6134. www.islandpondpubliclibrary.com
JOHN WOODRUFF SIMPSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
1972 East Craftsbury Road, Craftsbury. 802-586-9692. Open Wednesday and Saturday from 9 a.m.-noon, Thursday from 9 a.m.-noon and 2-6 p.m., Sunday noon-1 p.m.
JONES MEMORIAL LIBRARY
1 Water St., Orleans. 802-754-6660. [email protected]. www.jonesmemoriallibrary.org. Open Mon. 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Wed. 1-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
LEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY
130 Park Ave., Irasburg. www.leachpubliclibrary.org. 802-754-2526. [email protected]. Open Mon., Wed., and Thurs. 3-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Story hour Fri. 10 a.m. Check Facebook and website for updates.
LOWELL COMMUNITY LIBRARY
2270 Route 100, Lowell. 802-744-2317. [email protected]. Open Tuesday 3-6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.
RAND MEMORIAL LIBRARY
160 Railroad Street, North Troy. 802-988-4741. [email protected]. www.randmemorial.com. Open Monday and Tuesday 3-7 p.m., Wednesday 1-5 p.m., Thursday and Friday 8 a.m.-noon. Storytime Fridays at 10 a.m.
JOHNSBURY ATHENAEUM ART GALLERY & PUBLIC LIBRARY
1171 Main St., St. Johnsbury. 802-748-8291. www.stjathenaeum.org. Open Mon. to Fri.: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m
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