Mar 06 2025 2 mins
Good morning, this is your Burlington Local Frequency for Thursday, March 6, 2025.
Vermonters across the state cast their ballots for local officials and budgets during Town Meeting Day earlier this week. In Bradford, residents approved plans for a new skate park, while Rockingham, Bellows Falls, and Saxtons River agreed to consolidate their fire departments. Bennington voters decided on expanding voting rights to 16- and 17-year-olds, as well as non-U.S. citizens with legal residency for local elections. Most communities passed school budgets and financial bonds, continuing Vermont's tradition of local governance and civic engagement.
Tonight, music lovers are in for a treat as Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue take the stage at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts. Known for their energetic blend of jazz, funk, and rock, the New Orleans-based group is sure to get the crowd moving. The show starts at 8 PM, and tickets are still available.
For those looking for a more laid-back evening, Foam Brewers on the Burlington Waterfront is hosting Local Dork, a DJ night featuring local talent spinning vinyl. The free event kicks off at 6 PM and promises to be a great way to unwind after work.
Looking ahead to the weekend, the Vermont Flower Show begins tomorrow at the Champlain Valley Expo in Essex Junction. This year's theme celebrates gardening through the ages, offering inspiration for green thumbs and novice gardeners alike. The show runs through Sunday, providing plenty of opportunities to explore the exhibits and pick up some tips for your spring planting.
On Saturday, Killington Resort welcomes back the Red Bull Slide-In Tour, featuring X Games gold medalist Zeb Powell. Snowboard enthusiasts won't want to miss this showcase of style and skill on the slopes.
For those observing Ramadan, which began last week, we'd like to remind our listeners that the Islamic holiday continues through March 29. Many local community centers and mosques are hosting iftar dinners and events throughout the month.
As we move into spring, keep an eye out for maple syrup events popping up across the state. Vermont's Maple Open House Weekend is coming up on March 22-23, offering a sweet opportunity to visit local sugarhouses and learn about the maple production process.
This has been Burlington Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
Vermonters across the state cast their ballots for local officials and budgets during Town Meeting Day earlier this week. In Bradford, residents approved plans for a new skate park, while Rockingham, Bellows Falls, and Saxtons River agreed to consolidate their fire departments. Bennington voters decided on expanding voting rights to 16- and 17-year-olds, as well as non-U.S. citizens with legal residency for local elections. Most communities passed school budgets and financial bonds, continuing Vermont's tradition of local governance and civic engagement.
Tonight, music lovers are in for a treat as Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue take the stage at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts. Known for their energetic blend of jazz, funk, and rock, the New Orleans-based group is sure to get the crowd moving. The show starts at 8 PM, and tickets are still available.
For those looking for a more laid-back evening, Foam Brewers on the Burlington Waterfront is hosting Local Dork, a DJ night featuring local talent spinning vinyl. The free event kicks off at 6 PM and promises to be a great way to unwind after work.
Looking ahead to the weekend, the Vermont Flower Show begins tomorrow at the Champlain Valley Expo in Essex Junction. This year's theme celebrates gardening through the ages, offering inspiration for green thumbs and novice gardeners alike. The show runs through Sunday, providing plenty of opportunities to explore the exhibits and pick up some tips for your spring planting.
On Saturday, Killington Resort welcomes back the Red Bull Slide-In Tour, featuring X Games gold medalist Zeb Powell. Snowboard enthusiasts won't want to miss this showcase of style and skill on the slopes.
For those observing Ramadan, which began last week, we'd like to remind our listeners that the Islamic holiday continues through March 29. Many local community centers and mosques are hosting iftar dinners and events throughout the month.
As we move into spring, keep an eye out for maple syrup events popping up across the state. Vermont's Maple Open House Weekend is coming up on March 22-23, offering a sweet opportunity to visit local sugarhouses and learn about the maple production process.
This has been Burlington Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.