| Jun 22nd, 2010 (Tue) -- Sep 6th, 2010 (Mon) |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Backyard Monsters
TOWN: BURLINGTON ECHO Lake Aquarium & Science Center. Summer exhibit that features giant robotic insects and explores the fascinating world of Insecta ? including live creepy crawlies that might be hiding in your backyard. All ages. Admission. www.echovermont.org. 802-864-1848. |
| Jul 31st, 2010 (Sat) -- Oct 24th, 2010 (Sun) |
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
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Great Vermont Maze
TOWN: DANVILLE Vermont Corn Maze, 1404 Wheelock Rd. New maze design each year. Corn mazes, barnyard center, kids village, underground tunnels, barnyard animals and golf. Last entry at 3pm. Admission. www.vermontcornmaze.com. 802-748-1399. |
| Aug 1st, 2010 (Sun) -- Sep 6th, 2010 (Mon) |
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Vermont Festival of the Arts
TOWN: WAITSFIELD Venues in the Mad River Valley. Month long festival of the Arts. Families. www.vermontartfest.com |
| Aug 28th, 2010 (Sat) -- Sep 6th, 2010 (Mon) |
10:00 AM - 12:00 AM |
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The 89th Champlain Valley Fair
TOWN: ESSEX JCT. Champlain Valley Exposition. Midway, exhibits, animal events and judging, petting zoo, entertainment, food. Admission. www.cvexpo.org. |
| Sep 1st, 2010 (Wed) |
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
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Breastfeeding Basics
TOWN: WILLISTON Fletcher Allen Williston Site, 353 Blair Park Rd. Please pre-register. $20. 802-847-1245. |
| Sep 2nd, 2010 (Thu) |
2:30 PM |
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Junior Ranger Program
TOWN: WOODSTOCK Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, 54 Elm St.Learn about this special park as you complete a variety of activities with a park ranger. Ages 6-12. Free. www.nps.gov/mabi. 802-457-3368. |
| Sep 2nd, 2010 (Thu) |
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
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PJ Story Time
TOWN: FAIRFAX Fairfax Community Library. Come in pajamas to listen to a story and make a craft before bedtime. BFA-PTSA's Fairfax Success By Six activity. Birth to age 6. Free. Email fairfaxsx6@hotmail.com. |
| Sep 3rd, 2010 (Fri) |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Foodways Fridays
TOWN: WOODSTOCK Billings Farm & Museum, Route 12. Children and adults learn how to use heirloom garden vegetables in historic recipes prepared in the 1890 Farm House. Learn about the history,importance and uses of old vegetable varieties. Program included in regular admission. All ages. www.billingfarm.org. 802-457-2355. |
| Sep 3rd, 2010 (Fri) -- Sep 12th, 2010 (Sun) |
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
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Vermont State Fair
TOWN: RUTLAND Rutland State Fairgrounds. Rides, agricultural events, entertainment, food. Admission. www.vermontstatefair.net. |
| Sep 4th, 2010 (Sat) |
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
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Shelburne Farmer's Market
TOWN: SHELBURNE Town Green. Local and organic foods, plants, produce, baked goods. Pet friendly. 802-985-5110. |
| Sep 4th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Traditional Craft Saturdays- Pottery
TOWN: WOODSTOCK Billings Farm and Museum, Rte. 12. Explore Vermont's crafts; their history, process and uses. Join a third generation potter as he demonstrates hand and wheel techniques. All ages. Free with admission. www.billingsfarm.org. 802-457-2355. Thru Sept. |
| Sep 4th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
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Read to a Dog
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Read to an adorable dog from Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Ages 5 & up. Free. 802-865-7216. |
| Sep 4th, 2010 (Sat) -- Sep 5th, 2010 (Sun) |
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
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Plymouth Folk and Blues Fest
TOWN: PLYMOUTH Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site. Family friendly concerts and events including hayrides and face painting. Rain or shine. Free with donations. www.plymouthfolk.com. 617-792-9211. |
| Sep 4th, 2010 (Sat) |
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
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Moonlight Madness
TOWN: RUTLAND Hathaway Farm & Corn Maze. Huge 12 acre corn maze with glow sticks to light the wayand marshmallow to roast. Admission until 9pm. Out of maze by 11pm. Admission. www.hathawayfarm.com. 802-775-2624. |
| Sep 5th, 2010 (Sun) |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Ice Cream Sundays
TOWN: WOODSTOCK Billings Farm & Museum. Make and taste the hand-cranked ice cream while learning the history and science of this dessert. Admission to the museum includes all activities plus the operating dairy farm and restored 1890 Farm House. All ages. Admission. www.billingsgfram.org. 802-457-2355. Begins July 18th. |
| Sep 5th, 2010 (Sun) |
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
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South Burlington Farmer's Market
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON 222 Dorset Street at Healthy Living. Local and organic foods, plants, produce. www.healthylivingmarket.com. 802-863-2569. |
| Sep 5th, 2010 (Sun) |
12:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
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Chandler?s 18th Annual New World Festival
TOWN: RANDOLPH Main Street. Celebrates Northern New England's Celtic and French Canadian heritage with traditional music and dance. Featured performers include Norouet, John Whelan Band, Cantrip, Prydein, the Press Gang, Paddy Keenan, Les Poules ? Colin, Nightingale, Rapetipetam, Dent-de-Lion, callers Adina Gordon and Nils Fredland, the No Strings Marionette Company and many more! Six performance stages, all-weather tents, children?s activities, food and crafts. Adults $30 in advance, $35 at the gate; $20 after 6pm.
Students 13-18 $10, Children 2-12 $5. www.NewWorldFestival.com. |
| Sep 5th, 2010 (Sun) |
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
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Read to a Dog
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Read to an adorable dog from Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Ages 5 & up. Free. 802-865-7216. |
| Sep 5th, 2010 (Sun) |
3:00 PM |
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Amazing Rotary Duck Race
TOWN: WAITSFIELD Mad River at North side of Kenyon's Field. Free to watch; pay to bet on ducks. $5/one, $20/5. www.vermontartfest.com. |
| Sep 7th, 2010 (Tue) |
11:00 AM |
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Science and Stories: Magnificent Monarchs
TOWN: BURLINGTON ECHO Lake Aquarium & Science Center. Different themes each week. Explore the mysteries of these butterflies as they prepare to head south. Ages 3-5 with caregivers. Free with admission. www.echovermont.org. 802-864-1848. |
| Sep 7th, 2010 (Tue) |
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
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Creative Tuesdays with Frank Gonzalez
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Join artist-in-residence Frank Gonzalez and his apprentice Liz Crawford and use your imagination to be creative with recycled materials. All ages, but children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult. Free. 802-865-7216. |
| Sep 8th, 2010 (Wed) |
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
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La Leche League Meeting
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Gathering for nursing mothers and their little ones. Lending library and La Leche League leader available for private conversation or phone help. Free. www.llleus.org/state/Vermont.html. 802-879-3000. |
| Sep 8th, 2010 (Wed) |
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
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Babytime
TOWN: WILLISTON Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Playtime and sharing for parents and their infants and toddlers. Sponsored by Building Bright Futures of Williston. Free. 802-658-3659. |
| Sep 9th, 2010 (Thu) |
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
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Lego Club
TOWN: ST. ALBANS St. Albans Free Library. Join us for creative building time with other kids. Lots of Legos provided. Free. 802-524-1507. |
| Sep 10th, 2010 (Fri) |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Foodways Fridays
TOWN: WOODSTOCK Billings Farm & Museum, Route 12. Children and adults learn how to use heirloom garden vegetables in historic recipes prepared in the 1890 Farm House. Learn about the history,importance and uses of old vegetable varieties. Program included in regular admission. All ages. www.billingfarm.org. 802-457-2355. |
| Sep 10th, 2010 (Fri) |
11:00 AM |
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Science and Stories: Magnificent Monarchs
TOWN: BURLINGTON ECHO Lake Aquarium & Science Center. Different themes each week. Learn about these fascinating insects as they prepare to head south for the winter. Ages 3-5 with caregivers. Free with admission. www.echovermont.org. 802-864-1848. |
| Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Kelly Brush Bike Ride
TOWN: MIDDLEBURY Middlebury College. Ride 28, 50 or 100 miles through scenic Addison County and raise funds for safety and adaptive sports equipment for disabled athletes. Honors Kelly Brush, a Middlebury skiier and graduate. Fully supported food and drink stops and barbeque at finish. Donation $150 minimum. www.kellybrushfoundation.org. |
| Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) |
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
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Flynn Arts Open House
TOWN: BURLINGTON Flynn Arts Studios. Kids try out classes in music, theater and dance while staff and teaching artists answer questions and help with class placement. Call to check schedule and to guarantee a spot. Ages 1-13. Free. www.flynncenter.org, flynnarts@flynncenter.org, or 802-652-4548. |
| Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) |
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
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Shelburne Farmer's Market
TOWN: SHELBURNE Town Green. Local and organic foods, plants, produce, baked goods. Pet friendly. 802-985-5110. |
| Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) |
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
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Kids Hop
TOWN: BURLINGTON Art Hop Tent, Maltex Bldg., 431 Pine St. Art based activities by Davis Studios. Part of Art Hop weekend. Ages 3-12. Free. www.seaba.com. |
| Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
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Family Activity Days- Migrating Monarchs
TOWN: MONKTON North Branch Nature Center, 713 Elm St. Family friendly focus with different theme and activities each session. All ages. $5 adults, kids free. www.northbranchnaturecenter.org. 802-229-6206 |
| Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
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Read to a Dog
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Read to an adorable dog from Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Ages 5 & up. Free. 802-865-7216. |
| Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 5:00 AM |
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Traditional Craft Saturdays- Chair Caning
TOWN: WOODSTOCK Billings Farm and Museum, Rte. 12. Explore Vermont's crafts; their history, process and uses. All ages. Free with admission. www.billingsfarm.org. 802-457-2355. Thru Sept. |
| Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:30 AM |
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Junior Ranger Program
TOWN: WOODSTOCK Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, 54 Elm St.Learn about this special park as you complete a variety of activities with a park ranger. Ages 6-12. Free. www.nps.gov/mabi. 802-457-3368. |
| Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) |
11:00 AM |
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Saturday Music with Peter
TOWN: WILLISTON Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Shake, rattle and roll with Peter Alsen, the Music Man. Birth to age 5. Free. 802-878-4918. |
| Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) |
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
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Crafty Second Saturdays
TOWN: MONTPELIER Historical Society Museum Pavilion Building, 109 State Street.Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Vermont?s first flight by Charles Willard on September 15, 1910 by designing and flying paper airplanes. Ages 5 & up. Free with museum admission. $5 for adults, $3 for seniors, students, and children ages 6-17, free for children 5 & under. kathleen.daquila@state.vt.us www.vermonthistory.org.802-828-2180 |
| Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) |
1:00 PM |
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Story Festival
TOWN: MIDDLEBURY Town Hall Theater. A day-long exploration of camp stories - real or imagined. Featuring story-teller Michael Caduto and singer Jon Gailmor. All ages. Free! A collaboration of the Vermont Folklife Center, the Henry Sheldon Museum, and the Ilsley Library. www.townhalltheater.org. |
| Sep 11th, 2010 (Sat) |
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
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Moonlight Madness
TOWN: RUTLAND Hathaway Farm & Corn Maze. Huge 12 acre corn maze with glow sticks to light the wayand marshmallow to roast. Admission until 9pm. Out of maze by 11pm. Admission. www.hathawayfarm.com. 802-775-2624. |
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National Grandparents' Day
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| Sep 12th, 2010 (Sun) |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Ice Cream Sundays
TOWN: WOODSTOCK Billings Farm & Museum. Make and taste the hand-cranked ice cream while learning the history and science of this dessert. Admission to the museum includes all activities plus the operating dairy farm and restored 1890 Farm House. All ages. Admission. www.billingsgfram.org. 802-457-2355. Begins July 18th. |
| Sep 12th, 2010 (Sun) |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Shelburne Museum Goes to the Dogs
TOWN: SHELBURNE Shelburne Museum, Route 7. Biggest dog party in Vermont! Circus theme with performers, circus and costume parade. Waldo and Woodhead and clown Tom Murphy entertain. $10 for adults and $5 for children 5-18. Museum members, children under 5 and dogs are free. Benefits animal rescue groups and humane societies. Pet Food Warehouse and Shelburne Museum sponsor. www.shelburnemuseum.org. 802-985-3346. |
| Sep 12th, 2010 (Sun) |
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
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Weybridge Gardens Hayrides
TOWN: WEYBRIDGE Weybridge Gardens, 181 Thompson Hill Rd. Hayrides and maze. Nine acres of fun. Check website for additional days and times. All ages. Admission. www.weybridgegardens.com. 802-545-2306. |
| Sep 12th, 2010 (Sun) |
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
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MarKIDfest
TOWN: BURLINGTON Church Street Marketplace. Musicians, performances, food and shopping. Free. www.churchstmarketplace.com. 802-863-7253. |
| Sep 12th, 2010 (Sun) |
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Annual Small Farms Food Festival
TOWN: SHELBURNE Shelburne Orchards. The 9th Annual event. Great local food and entertainment for all ages. $5. Under 12 or over 65 free. www.shelburneorchards.com. |
| Sep 12th, 2010 (Sun) |
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
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Read to a Dog
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Read to an adorable dog from Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Ages 5 & up. Free. 802-865-7216. |
| Sep 13th, 2010 (Mon) |
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
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Stories with Megan
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories, songs and rhymes. Free. Ages 2-5. 802-865-7216. Not 10/11. |
| Sep 13th, 2010 (Mon) |
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM |
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Pumps and More
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Allen Medical Center Campus, East Pavilion, Level 4. GYN Conference Room. Learn about managing milk supply when separated from your baby or when supply is low. $20. Please pre-register. 802-847-1245. |
| Sep 14th, 2010 (Tue) -- Sep 15th, 2010 (Wed) |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
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Preschool Discovery Program-Animals and Apples
TOWN: MONTPELIER North Branch Nature Center, 713 Elm St. Different theme each week. Family members may remain on site. Tuesday program repeated on Wed. Ages 3-5. $5/child. www.northbranchnaturecenter.org. 802-229-6206 |
| Sep 14th, 2010 (Tue) |
11:00 AM |
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Science and Stories: Animal Camouflage
TOWN: BURLINGTON ECHO Lake Aquarium & Science Center. 1 College St. Learn about wild creatures and their ability to hide from their predators. Free with admission. www.echovermont.org. 802-864-1848. |
| Sep 14th, 2010 (Tue) |
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
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Music with Robert Resnik
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Sing along with Robert for some great family fun. All ages. Free. 802-865-7216. Not 9/28 or 10/26. |
| Sep 14th, 2010 (Tue) |
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
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Creative Tuesdays with Frank Gonzalez
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Join artist-in-residence Frank Gonzalez and his apprentice Liz Crawford and use your imagination to be creative with recycled materials. All ages, but children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult. Free. 802-865-7216. |
| Sep 14th, 2010 (Tue) |
4:00 PM |
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Greeting Card Making
TOWN: ST. ALBANS St. Albans Free Library. Construct a card using various stamps. Ages 6 & up. Free. Pre-register. 802-524-1507. |
| Sep 14th, 2010 (Tue) |
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
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Milton Community Activities Fair 2010
TOWN: MILTON Milton Elementary School, 42 Herrick Ave. The Milton Community Youth Coalition (MCYC) sponsors. Learn about and/or sign up for the many opportunities offered in Milton?including sports, recreation, clubs and services. All ages. Free. www.miltonyouth.org. 802-893-1009. |
| Sep 15th, 2010 (Wed) |
10:30 AM |
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Preschool Storyhour
TOWN: LYNDONVILLE Cobleigh Public Library. Different theme each week with stories, songs, crafts and activities. Geared to ages 3-5 but all welcome. Free. 802-626-5475. |
| Sep 15th, 2010 (Wed) |
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
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Babytime
TOWN: WILLISTON Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Playtime and sharing for parents and their infants and toddlers. Sponsored by Building Bright Futures of Williston. Free. 802-658-3659. |
| Sep 15th, 2010 (Wed) |
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
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Moving and Grooving with Christine
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Move and play to great old Rock n Roll and World Beat music! Recommended for ages 2-5 but all are welcome. Free. 802-865-7216. |
| Sep 15th, 2010 (Wed) |
6:30 PM |
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Pajama Storytime
TOWN: COLCHESTER Burnham Library. Little ones of all ages cuddle up in pj's for stories, milk and cookies. Free. 802-878-0313. |
| Sep 15th, 2010 (Wed) |
7:00 PM |
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Destiny Africa Children's Choir
TOWN: STOWE Stowe Community Church. Lively mix of contemporary and traditional African songs, drumming and dances by Ugandan orphans. Doors open at 6pm. Admission. www.destinyafrica.org. 802-683-9636. |
| Sep 16th, 2010 (Thu) -- Sep 19th, 2010 (Sun) |
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Tunbridge World's Fair
TOWN: TUNBRIDGE Tunbridge Fairgrounds. Old-fashioned agricultural fair. Shows, horse racing, junior 4-H, midway, free entertainment. Admission. www.tunbridgefair.com. 802-889-5555. |
| Sep 16th, 2010 (Thu) |
3:30 PM |
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TABBERS Meeting
TOWN: HIGHGATE Highgate Public Library. Meeting of community service oriented group. New members encouraged. Grades 7-12. Free. 802-868-3970. |
| Sep 17th, 2010 (Fri) |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Foodways Fridays
TOWN: WOODSTOCK Billings Farm & Museum, Route 12. Children and adults learn how to use heirloom garden vegetables in historic recipes prepared in the 1890 Farm House. Learn about the history,importance and uses of old vegetable varieties. Program included in regular admission. All ages. www.billingfarm.org. 802-457-2355. |
| Sep 17th, 2010 (Fri) |
10:15 AM |
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Books and Beyond: Science for Preschoolers
TOWN: NORWICH Montshire Museum of Science, One Montshire Rd. Great children's literature and fun science learning and exploration. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Free with Museum admission. $8 children 2-17. $10 adults. www.montshire.org. 802-649-2200. |
| Sep 17th, 2010 (Fri) |
11:00 AM |
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Science and Stories: Animal Camouflage
TOWN: BURLINGTON ECHO Lake Aquarium & Science Center. 1 College St. Learn about animal camouflage and how animals use it for protection. Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Free with admission. www.echovermont.org. 802-864-1848. |
| Sep 17th, 2010 (Fri) |
11:30 AM |
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Books and Beyond- Science for Preschoolers
TOWN: NORWICH Montshire Museum of Science. Combination of great children's literature with exciting hands-on science. Ages 3-5 with adult caregiver. Free with museum admission. 802-649-2200. |
| Sep 17th, 2010 (Fri) |
7:00 PM |
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Destiny Africa Children's Choir
TOWN: BURLINGTON North Avenue Alliance Church. Traditional and contemporary songs, dancing, drumming and the moving story of these Ugandan orphans. Doors open at 6pm. Donations. 802-683-9636. |
| Sep 17th, 2010 (Fri) |
7:00 PM |
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John Penoyar & Friends
TOWN: HINESBURG Brown Dog Books & Gifts, 22 Commerce St. Music from mid-century America. Join us for a fun evening with local musicians! Free. Free refreshments. 802-482-5189 |
| Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat) |
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
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Shelburne Farmer's Market
TOWN: SHELBURNE Town Green. Local and organic foods, plants, produce, baked goods. Pet friendly. 802-985-5110. |
| Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Traditional Craft Saturdays- Wool Crafts
TOWN: WOODSTOCK Billings Farm and Museum, Rte. 12. Explore Vermont's crafts; their history, process and uses. Demonstration of carding, spinning, felting and weaving. All ages. Free with admission. www.billingsfarm.org. 802-457-2355. Thru Sept. |
| Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
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Touch-A-Truck/Pet-A-Pony
TOWN: MORRISVILLE Bishop John A Marshall School, 680 Laporte Rd (Route 100 N) Children get up close and personal with all of their their favorite vehicles. Police and fire trucks, bull dozer, motorcycles and race cars as well as ponies. Face painting, cookies and other kid events. All ages. $4/child; $14/family. 802-888-4758. www.bjams.org |
| Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
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Read to a Dog
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Read to an adorable dog from Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Ages 5 & up. Free. 802-865-7216. |
| Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:30 AM |
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Junior Ranger Program
TOWN: WOODSTOCK Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, 54 Elm St.Learn about this special park as you complete a variety of activities with a park ranger. Ages 6-12. Free. www.nps.gov/mabi. 802-457-3368. |
| Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat) |
12:00 PM |
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Walk for Wishes
TOWN: BURLINGTON Oakledge Park. Walk 8 miles along scenic Lake Champlain and raise money for Vermont Make a Wish. Celebration after walking includes bouncy house, face painting, obstacle course, Very Merry Theatre, Marko the Magician. BBQ with Vermont band FunkWagon. Registration fee $25. Minimum donation for individuals $500. Register by Sept. 1st. www.WalkforWishesVermont.org. |
| Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat) |
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
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Moonlight Madness
TOWN: RUTLAND Hathaway Farm & Corn Maze. Huge 12 acre corn maze with glow sticks to light the wayand marshmallow to roast. Admission until 9pm. Out of maze by 11pm. Admission. www.hathawayfarm.com. 802-775-2624. |
| Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat) |
7:00 PM |
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Destiny Africa Children's Choir
TOWN: RUTLAND Calvary Bible Church. Lively mix of contemporary and traditional African songs, drumming and dances by Ugandan orphans. Doors open at 6pm. Admission. www.destinyafrica.org. 802-683-9636. |
| Sep 18th, 2010 (Sat) |
7:30 PM |
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VT Ice Storm Football
TOWN: BURLINGTON Burlington High School field. Watch our local semi-pro team play. Adults $7; kids $3. Children 6 & under free. www.vermonticestorm.com. |
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Gorge Hike
TOWN: QUECHEE Vermont Institute for Natural Science, Rte 4. Join the staff from the Quechee State Park and hike the Quechee Gorge. At 180 feet deep and nearly ?-mile long, the Quechee Gorge is one of the state?s greatest natural wonders. Participants will descend into Vermont?s ?Little Grand Canyon? and explore the geological and glacial history of Vermont. This 1.25-mile hike is moderately steep with uneven terrain. Ages 8 years of age and older. Call for times. Free with admission to VINS Nature Center. www.vinsweb.org. 802-359-5000. |
| Sep 19th, 2010 (Sun) |
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
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Weybridge Gardens Hayrides
TOWN: WEYBRIDGE Weybridge Gardens, 181 Thompson Hill Rd. Hayrides and maze. Nine acres of fun. Check website for additional days and times. All ages. Admission. www.weybridgegardens.com. 802-545-2306. |
| Sep 19th, 2010 (Sun) |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Ice Cream Sundays
TOWN: WOODSTOCK Billings Farm & Museum. Make and taste the hand-cranked ice cream while learning the history and science of this dessert. Admission to the museum includes all activities plus the operating dairy farm and restored 1890 Farm House. All ages. Admission. www.billingsgfram.org. 802-457-2355. Begins July 18th. |
| Sep 19th, 2010 (Sun) |
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
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South Burlington Farmer's Market
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON 222 Dorset Street at Healthy Living. Local and organic foods, plants, produce. www.healthylivingmarket.com. 802-863-2569. |
| Sep 19th, 2010 (Sun) |
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
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Read to a Dog
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Read to an adorable dog from Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Ages 5 & up. Free. 802-865-7216. |
| Sep 19th, 2010 (Sun) |
7:00 PM |
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Destiny Africa Children's Choir
TOWN: RUTLAND Calvary Bible Church. Lively mix of contemporary and traditional African songs, drumming and dances by Ugandan orphans. Doors open at 6pm. Admission. www.destinyafrica.org. 802-683-9636. |
| Sep 20th, 2010 (Mon) |
10:30 AM |
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La Leche League Series Meeting
TOWN: MIDDLEBURY Call for Location. Support and information for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Babies and toddlers welcome. Call Samantha for directions. 802-382-1589. |
| Sep 20th, 2010 (Mon) |
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
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Stories with Megan
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Enjoy a fun-filled storytime with stories, songs and rhymes. Free. Ages 2-5. 802-865-7216. Not 10/11. |
| Sep 20th, 2010 (Mon) |
6:30 PM |
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Pajama Story Time
TOWN: WILLISTON Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Come in pj's with your favorite stuffed animal for stories and a snack. Presented by Building Bright Futures of Williston. All ages. Free. Pre-register. 802-876-7147. |
| Sep 21st, 2010 (Tue) |
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
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Homeschooler's Day
TOWN: NORWICH Montshire Museum. The Dynamic Earth. Join other homeschoolers and their families for a day of science as we explore phenomena that shape, heat, and cool the earth. From investigating river formation and erosion to studying seasonal changes in the weather, these topics are sure to help your homeschooler better understand the underlying principles of earth science. Grades 3-8. Free with admission. $10/adults; $8/ages 2-17. Members and under 2 free. www.montshire.org. 802-649-2200. |
| Sep 21st, 2010 (Tue) |
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
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Music with Robert Resnik
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Sing along with Robert for some great family fun. All ages. Free. 802-865-7216. Not 9/28 or 10/26. |
| Sep 21st, 2010 (Tue) |
11:00 AM |
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Story Hour
TOWN: WILLISTON Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Stories and a craft. Ages 3 & up. Free. 802-878-4918. |
| Sep 21st, 2010 (Tue) |
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
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Creative Tuesdays with Frank Gonzalez
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Join artist-in-residence Frank Gonzalez and his apprentice Liz Crawford and use your imagination to be creative with recycled materials. All ages, but children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult. Free. 802-865-7216. |
| Sep 21st, 2010 (Tue) |
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
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Reading with Frosty & Friends
TOWN: WILLISTON Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Bring a book and read to a dog. All dogs registered with Therapy Dogs of VT. Sign up for 10 minute individual sessions. All ages. Pre-register. 802-878-4918. |
| Sep 22nd, 2010 (Wed) |
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
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Babytime
TOWN: WILLISTON Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Playtime and sharing for parents and their infants and toddlers. Sponsored by Building Bright Futures of Williston. Free. 802-658-3659. |
| Sep 22nd, 2010 (Wed) |
10:30 AM |
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Preschool Storyhour
TOWN: LYNDONVILLE Cobleigh Public Library. Different theme each week with stories, songs, crafts and activities. Geared to ages 3-5 but all welcome. Free. 802-626-5475. |
| Sep 22nd, 2010 (Wed) |
3:00 PM |
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Yo Gabba Gabba
TOWN: BURLINGTON Flynn Theatre, Main Street. The one-of-a-kind live event includes music, animation, games, singing, dancing and offers audience members of all ages the opportunity to witness their favorite characters come to life with the magic words, ?Yo Gabba Gabba!? Special guests will rock their favorite ?Dancey Dance? moves and join the party on stage for the Super Music Friends Show. All ages. Tickets $31-45. www.flynntix.org. |
| Sep 22nd, 2010 (Wed) |
6:30 PM |
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Yo Gabba Gabba
TOWN: BURLINGTON Flynn Theatre, Main Street. The one-of-a-kind live event includes music, animation, games, singing, dancing and offers audience members of all ages the opportunity to witness their favorite characters come to life with the magic words, ?Yo Gabba Gabba!? Special guests will rock their favorite ?Dancey Dance? moves and join the party on stage for the Super Music Friends Show. All ages. Tickets $31-45. www.flynntix.org. |
| Sep 23rd, 2010 (Thu) |
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
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Spider Safari
TOWN: HUNTINGTON Sugarhouse Parking Area, Green Mountain Audubon Center. Get your spinnerets ready! Once you?ve launched your draglines we?ll dive into the world of spiders. Explore the fields and forests looking for spiders and their cousins. Practice weaving a web and catching insects. Ages 3-5 with adult companion. Members: $8/adult & child, $4/additional child. Non-members: $10/ adult & child, $4/additional child. Pre-register 802-434-3068. |
| Sep 23rd, 2010 (Thu) |
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
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Lego Club
TOWN: ST. ALBANS St. Albans Free Library. Join us for creative building time with other kids. Lots of Legos provided. Free. 802-524-1507. |
| Sep 23rd, 2010 (Thu) |
6:00 PM |
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Beginning with Mother Goose
TOWN: HIGHGATE Highgate Public Library. Literacy, language and fun. Two part program. Take home a collection of books to introduce your infant, toddler or preschooler to books. Adults. Free. Space limited. Pre-register. 802-868-3970. |
| Sep 24th, 2010 (Fri) |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Foodways Fridays
TOWN: WOODSTOCK Billings Farm & Museum, Route 12. Children and adults learn how to use heirloom garden vegetables in historic recipes prepared in the 1890 Farm House. Learn about the history,importance and uses of old vegetable varieties. Program included in regular admission. All ages. www.billingfarm.org. 802-457-2355. |
| Sep 24th, 2010 (Fri) |
6:00 PM |
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Light the Night
TOWN: BURLINGTON Main Street Landing Train Station. Walk to support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Walk begins at dusk. Food and festivities after the walk. $100 Donation includes t-shirt, illuminated balloon, food and refreshments. www.lightthenight.org. |
| Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat) |
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Saxon Hill School Barn and Bake Sale
TOWN: UNDERHILL Harvest Market, Rte 15. Fundraiser for Saxon Hill School. 45-Family sale with first quality children's toys and clothing, household goods, books, videos, sports equipment and more. All ages. 802-899-3622 or 802-879-7994. |
| Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat) |
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
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Shelburne Farmer's Market
TOWN: SHELBURNE Town Green. Local and organic foods, plants, produce, baked goods. Pet friendly. 802-985-5110. |
| Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
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Shelburne Farms Harvest Festival
TOWN: SHELBURNE Shelburne Farms, Harbor Rd. Traditional celebration of VT Farms and Forests. Children's activities, food, live music and entertainment. Families. $8 adults; $5 children. Under 3 and members free. Rain or shine. No pets. www.shelburnefarms.org. 802-985-8686. |
| Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat) -- Sep 26th, 2010 (Sun) |
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
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Forest Festival Weekend
TOWN: WOODSTOCK Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Park, 54 Elm St. Celebrate forest history, science and art. Ride a horse drawn wagon, see woodworking demonstrations, hike with an ecologist. Craft a walking stick. All ages. Free. www.nps.gov/mabi. 802-457-3368. |
| Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Traditional Craft Saturdays- Basket Making
TOWN: WOODSTOCK Billings Farm and Museum, Rte. 12. Explore Vermont's crafts; their history, process and uses. Demonstration of weaving techniques. All ages. Free with admission. www.billingsfarm.org. 802-457-2355. Thru Sept. |
| Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
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Family Activity Days- Fall Migration Bird Walk
TOWN: MONTPELIER North Branch Nature Center, 713 Elm St. Family friendly focus with different theme and activities each session. All ages. $5 adults, kids free. www.northbranchnaturecenter.org. 802-229-6206 |
| Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
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Bristol Harvest Festival
TOWN: BRISTOL Town Green. 90 plus crafters/vendors, horse-drawn wagon rides, bandstand music, farmer's market, children's venue with pony rides, Taste of Bristol, pie contest. Free. Sponsored by the Five Town Business Council (a divison of the Addison County Chamber of Commerce) and the Bristol Recreation Department. www.bristolharvestfest.com. 802-388-7951. |
| Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
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James Kochalka Superstar Concert
TOWN: BURLINGTON Film House, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center. Author of Johnny Boo's children's series. Concert for kids in conjunction with the Burlington Book Festival. All ages. Free. www.burlingtonbookfestival.com. |
| Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat) |
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
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Read to a Dog
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Read to an adorable dog from Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Ages 5 & up. Free. 802-865-7216. |
| Sep 25th, 2010 (Sat) |
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
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Moonlight Madness
TOWN: RUTLAND Hathaway Farm & Corn Maze. Huge 12 acre corn maze with glow sticks to light the wayand marshmallow to roast. Admission until 9pm. Out of maze by 11pm. Admission. www.hathawayfarm.com. 802-775-2624. |
| Sep 26th, 2010 (Sun) |
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
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Weybridge Gardens Hayrides
TOWN: WEYBRIDGE Weybridge Gardens, 181 Thompson Hill Rd. Hayrides and maze. Nine acres of fun. Check website for additional days and times. All ages. Admission. www.weybridgegardens.com. 802-545-2306. |
| Sep 26th, 2010 (Sun) |
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
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Saxon Hill School Barn and Bake Sale
TOWN: UNDERHILL Harvest Market, Rte 15. Fundraiser for Saxon Hill School. 45-Family sale with first quality children's toys and clothing, household goods, books, videos, sports equipment and more. All ages. 802-899-3622 or 802-879-7994. |
| Sep 26th, 2010 (Sun) |
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
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Cider House Run and Pie Festival
TOWN: SHELBURNE Shelburne Orchards. The 9th Annual Cider House Run and Pie Festival. Family friendly run or walk. Live music, pie contest, activities. www.shelburneorchards.com. 802-985-2753. |
| Sep 26th, 2010 (Sun) |
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
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Read to a Dog
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Read to an adorable dog from Therapy Dogs of Vermont. Ages 5 & up. Free. 802-865-7216. |
| Sep 27th, 2010 (Mon) |
6:00 PM |
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Fancy Nancy Pajama Tea Party
TOWN: HIGHGATE Highgate Public Library. Dress up with pj's, jewelry, boas, hats and tiaras a la Fancy Nancy. Enjoy snacks and a Fancy Nancy story. All ages. Free. Pre-register. 802-868-3970. |
| Sep 28th, 2010 (Tue) -- Sep 29th, 2010 (Wed) |
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
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Preschool Discovery Program-Taking Leave of Summer
TOWN: MONTPELIER North Branch Nature Center, 713 Elm St. Different theme each week. Family members may remain on site. Tuesday program repeated on Wed. Ages 3-5. $5/child. www.northbranchnaturecenter.org. 802-229-6206 |
| Sep 28th, 2010 (Tue) |
11:00 AM |
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Science and Stories: Apples
TOWN: BURLINGTON ECHO Lake Aquarium & Science Center. 1 College St. Join us for an apple story, craft and apple tasting! Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Free with admission. www.echovermont.org. 802-864-1848. |
| Sep 28th, 2010 (Tue) |
11:00 AM |
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Story Hour
TOWN: WILLISTON Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Stories and a craft. Ages 3 & up. Free. 802-878-4918. |
| Sep 28th, 2010 (Tue) |
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
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Kids in the Kitchen: Veggie Spring Rolls
TOWN: S. BURLINGTON Healthy Living Market, 222 Dorset St. Wondering how to get your kids to eat their veggies? Hands-on activity where kids will make their own roll-ups packed with delicious, colorful and fun vegetables and encased in a rice paper so they are raw, not deep-fried. Also make some delicious and healthy dipping sauces. $20/child and is hands-on. All kids must be accompanied by an adult (adult admission is free) and we encourage parents to take part! Register and pay ahead. www.healthylivingmarket.com. 802-863-2569 ext 1. |
| Sep 28th, 2010 (Tue) |
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
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Creative Tuesdays with Frank Gonzalez
TOWN: BURLINGTON Fletcher Free Library. Join artist-in-residence Frank Gonzalez and his apprentice Liz Crawford and use your imagination to be creative with recycled materials. All ages, but children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult. Free. 802-865-7216. |
| Sep 28th, 2010 (Tue) |
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
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Reading with Frosty & Friends
TOWN: WILLISTON Dorothy Alling Memorial Library. Bring a book and read to a dog. All dogs registered with Therapy Dogs of VT. Sign up for 10 minute individual sessions. All ages. Pre-register. 802-878-4918. |
| Sep 29th, 2010 (Wed) |
10:30 AM |
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Preschool Storyhour
TOWN: LYNDONVILLE Cobleigh Public Library. Different theme each week with stories, songs, crafts and activities. Geared to ages 3-5 but all welcome. Free. 802-626-5475. |
| Sep 30th, 2010 (Thu) |
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
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Open House
TOWN: WILLISTON Vermont Family Network, 600 Blair Park Rd. Suite 240. Food, fun and festivities. Rsvp 802-876-5315 by 9/27. info@vtfn.org. |
| Sep 30th, 2010 (Thu) |
6:00 PM |
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Beginning with Mother Goose
TOWN: HIGHGATE Highgate Public Library. Literacy, language and fun. Two part program. Take home a collection of books to introduce your infant, toddler or preschooler to books. Adults. Free. Space limited. Pre-register. 802-868-3970. |
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