Contest challenges kids to tell a two-sentence winter story
The Children’s Literacy Foundation has announced deadlines for several grant opportunities and a writing contest for kids ages 12 and under to tell a story about winter – in just two sentences.
February at the library: Fiber arts, comedy, stargazing and more
Here are some highlights of programs happening at the Waterbury Public Library for adults this month. Be sure to check the library website for more details and the most up-to-date information, especially if there is a possibility of a change due to weather.
Moretown ‘birthday party for the trees’ to move mostly indoors on Saturday
Organizers of a Saturday Celebration of the Trees program in Moretown say they have altered their plans to be mostly indoors given the frigid weather in the forecast.
Dalton Trumbo’s letters on stage at Waterbury’s Grange Hall Cultural Center
Pushcart Productions, Plainfield Arts, and the Grange Hall Cultural Center present the play, “Trumbo: Red White and Blacklisted,” featuring the razor-sharp letters of Oscar-winning writer Dalton Trumbo in Plainfield Feb. 10-12, in Waterbury Feb. 17-19, and in White River Junction March 4-5.
The Outside Story: Water boatmen forage beneath the ice
If you get a chance this winter, take a peek through the icy window of a pond surface. You may see water boatmen – Hemiptera corixidae – clinging to the pond floor
After a successful start, Waterbury Winterfest pivots … due to winter
Due to the severe cold conditions forecast for this weekend, all of the daytime and outdoor Waterbury Winterfest events planned for Friday and Saturday have been moved to Sunday when temperatures are expected to be milder. The Snow Ball dance/silent auction/fundraiser at Zenbarn is still on schedule for Saturday evening.
Vermont’s Free Ice Fishing Day is Saturday
Vermont’s statewide Free Ice Fishing Day is this Saturday, Jan. 28, when any angler may ice fish on any waterbody open to ice fishing statewide without a fishing license.
Fire Department honors three members at annual banquet
The Waterbury Fire Department recently held its annual banquet and looking back at 2022, the group honored several of its members with special awards.
The Outside Story: Yes, deer help spread invasives
Deer are an important part of the ecosystem, but their foraging behavior can wreak havoc in forests, where browsing may contribute to the spread of invasive plants – and decrease species diversity.
Winterfest is on through Feb. 5
Organizers of Waterbury Winterfest welcomed a fresh blanket of snow late this week as they count down to the Friday’s opening ceremony that kicks off 10 days of wintry activities for all ages. This year marks the 12th year for Winterfest and the schedule is gradually building back as organizers aim to return it to pre-pandemic offerings.
Catch gardening guru Charlie Nardozzi at the Stowe Free Library
Gardeners looking ahead to the upcoming growing season may be interested in an upcoming visit to the Stowe Free Library by Vermont gardening expert Charlie Nardozzi.
Vermont Philharmonic winter concerts feature star musicians Feb. 11-12
The Vermont Philharmonic celebrates Vermont musical talent in a pair of concerts entitled “Stars of Winter '' on Feb. 11-12 at St. Michael’s College and the Barre Opera House.
Waterbury Center teen fiddler joins touring trad ensemble
A Waterbury Center teen musician is part of the Young Tradition Vermont Touring Group that will perform around Vermont, travel to Nova Scotia in April, and take part in the Young Tradition Festival in Burlington in early May.
Waterbury brothers receive Eagle Scout rank together
Two scouts from Waterbury Boy Scout Troop 701 were recently awarded the highest rank of Eagle Scout in an Eagle Court of Honor ceremony held at the American Legion Post 59.
George Woodard shares family photos, talks films at Montpelier library
Waterbury dairy farmer and filmmaker George Woodard’s photo exhibit titled “The Roots of My Raising” is on exhibit at the Kellogg-Hubbard Library in Montpelier. He will give a talk on Jan. 30 about the photos and his films including a new release coming soon.
Mad River Chorale begins spring rehearsals Jan. 23
Monday rehearsals for Mad River Chorale’s spring performances May 12-13 are scheduled to begin Jan. 23, in the chorus room at Harwood Union High School and new members are invited to join.
Sign up now for Green Mountain Conservation Camps
Youngsters ages 12-16 interested in learning about Vermont's wildlife and gaining outdoor skills can sign up now for a session of the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department's Green Mountain Conservation Camps this summer.
The Outside Story: Some animals survive winter by chilling out
Although fur and feathers certainly help retain heat, there is a limit to how much insulation a small animal can carry. So how do they manage to make it through the winter?
State shares early report on 2022 deer seasons
The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department says an early tally shows that hunters took a little over 17,400 deer in 2022 with the second-highest archery season harvest on record. A final report will be out in March.
Obituary: John Michael Grace
John Michael Grace, 83, a longtime resident of Waterbury, passed away peacefully in Cape Canaveral, Florida, on Monday, December 19, 2022.