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Book release party for ‘Child of the Wild 2’ June 28
To celebrate the launch of the latest volume in this children’s book series by local author/illustrator Jonathan Otto, Smokeshire Design is hosting a book release party from 4 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 28 at its store, 3630 Route 103N in Gassett. Otto will sign copies, read from his whimsical books about animal families […]
Recognizing the signs of Alzheimer’s June 27
Jo Cotto, the senior program manager at the Vermont chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, will present a program on recognizing the early signs of dementia and Alzheimer’s at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, June 27 at Neighborhood Connections. Early diagnosis and treatment are critical to combating these cruel diseases. Although it may be an uncomfortable subject, […]
Whiting Library kicks off Summer Reading Program June 28
Whiting Library, 117 Main St. in Chester, invites residents of all ages to participate in its 2025 Summer Reading Program. This year’s theme, Color Our World, celebrates creativity in all forms, from visual arts to science. The program offers a variety of free activities designed to keep the community reading, learning and connecting all summer […]
Parent-Child Center’s Duck Run and Block Party Fundraiser set for June 28
The Springfield Area Parent Child Center is holding its annual Duck Run: Running of the Rubber Ducks from 4 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 28 at 80 Jack and Jill Lane in North Springfield. This family-style block party is SAPCC’s flagship fundraiser and takes place outdoors; admission is free. Enjoy an evening of fun, […]
Third annual Rainbowpalooza June 28 in Springfield to celebrate pride, vegan living
Rainbowpalooza returns for its third year of celebrating joy, collective resistance and vegan living from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 28 at 21 Fairground Road in Springfield. This free event brings together speakers, art and nonprofit vendors, free vegan food, kids’ activities and live cooking demonstrations, all in one vibrant, inclusive festival. Hosted […]
Live music fills Vermont’s hills this summer From classical to jazz to country, these bands will rock your soul
By Stacia A. Spaulding ©2025 Telegraph Publishing LLC Calling all music lovers. The Telegraph has brought dozens of musical events in the region together in one place so you can plan your summer schedule. Our Calendar of Events contains additional information about several listings. Cavendish Summer Concert Series Concerts are held on Wednesdays from 6 […]
VSO Summer Festival Tour & fireworks July 3 in Grafton
The Vermont Symphony Orchestra will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 3 at the Grafton Trails and Outdoor Center, 783 Townshend Road in Grafton. Please bring blankets or folding chairs; gates open at 5:30 p.m. for picnicking. The 2025 Summer Festival Tour, entitled Summer of Love, features mezzo vocalist Nikola Printz, whose dynamic performances […]
Friends of Yosemite seek help to preserve ‘Hessie’ fire coat
By Lorien Strange ©2025 Telegraph Publishing LLC Coming into Chester on Depot Street, I’ve often wondered about the Yosemite Fire House. It’s an unusual building, with its two tall towers topped by Mansard roofs, and clearly old. But other than a sign on the door to the first floor, there’s not much around the building […]
Springfield Community Band opens 2025 season June 17
The Springfield Community Band’s 2025 concert season, under the direction of Nick Pelton, begins at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17 and continues on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer. It will be performing under the tent at the Hartness House Inn, 109 Front St. in Springfield. The musicians worked hard through the winter to add […]
Generational wealth: A family matriarch’s legacy of women
By Cynthia Prairie ©2025 Telegraph Publishing LLC When people talk about generational wealth, they usually mean inheritances, either in land, jewelry, stocks, money etc. In the case of Edith Hussey, 96, of Windham, her generational wealth is in the children she has had and the offspring they have produced. This very special photo, sent to […]
Summer Reading Program at Derry Library starts June 14
The South Londonderry Free Library, 15 Old School Road, kicks off its summer reading for kids at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 14 with a workshop led by art teacher Casey Junker Bailey. Junker Bailey will introduce children to the colorful world of Henri Matisse. Attendees will make a series of bold collages inspired by […]
June programs at the Cavendish Historical Society
The Cavendish Historical Society Museum, 1958 Main St. (Route 131) is now open for the season from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sundays. All programs are free and open to the public; donations are appreciated. History Through Craft Workshop: 4 to 7 p.m., Friday, June 13 at Proctorsville Market on the Proctorsville Green, intersection of […]
Thrive Thrift Store in Ascutney celebrates grand opening
Thrive Thrift Store & Community Resource Center officially celebrated its grand opening at 5087 US-5, Unit C in Ascutney, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 23, marking an exciting new chapter for this vital community resource. The event was hosted by the Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce. “We run on volunteers at the moment,” said […]
A busy summer ahead at Londonderry Arts & Historical Society
The Londonderry Arts and Historical Society has several events planned for the summer. All will take place at its headquarters, the Custer Sharp House located at 2461 Middletown Road. It is open from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays or by appointment. At its annual meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, June […]
Grace Cottage Golf Benefit at Haystack Golf Course June 7
Grace Cottage Hospital’s “Tee It Up for Health” Golf Tournament will take place on Saturday, June 7 at the Haystack Golf Course, 70 Spyglass Lane in Wilmington. Now in its 16th year, all net proceeds will go toward the construction of Grace Cottage’s new primary care clinic building. The tournament begins with registration from 10:30 […]
Fourth Annual ‘Age Successfully’ Fair June 13 in Ludlow
Senior Solutions, Area Agency on Aging for Southeastern Vermont, in partnership with Black River Good Neighbor Services, will be hosting the 4th Annual Age Successfully, A Health & Benefits Fair, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Friday, June 13 at the Ludlow Community Center, 37 Main St. This event is free and open to […]
Chester’s 78th Alumni Parade set for June 7
Excitement is building as Chester gears up for the 78th Annual Alumni Parade, which is set to take place on Saturday, June 7. This year’s theme is “Cartoons.” The weekend festivities kick off with a casual social evening at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 6 at American Legion Post 67, 51 Legion Way, off Route […]
Great Falls Regional Chamber launches community survey to guide future initiatives
As the Great Falls Regional Chamber of Commerce enters an exciting new chapter, it is calling on residents, business owners and community partners to help shape its direction through a brief community survey. The Chamber is seeking feedback from individuals and organizations across its service area — including Alstead, Athens, Bellows Falls, Charlestown, Grafton, Putney, […]
Springfield Garden Club beautifies downtown Springfield
Twenty-four members of the Springfield Garden Club donned their yellow T-shirts and hats on Wednesday, May 21 for Civic Beautification Day. They planted 240 annuals in 20 planters along Main Street, three garden beds at the Springfield Plaza, the Blue Star Memorial Garden by Valley Street and Town Hall gardens. The club maintains these gardens […]
Two GM seniors awarded Andover Scholarships
The Andover Scholarship Committee is pleased to award college scholarships to two graduating seniors attending Green Mountain Union High School. Both of these impressive students have demonstrated a love of Andover and service to the community. Niavh Gibney grew up in Andover and will attend Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., in the fall. Her […]
