Zoom to learn all about the Ethan Allan Express! Starting in July, Amtrak, which currently travels from NYC to Rutland, VT (via Albany, NY and Castleton, VT) will soon extend service north to Burlington, with new planned whistle stops in Vergennes and Middlebury.
Join us for an informational meeting on Friday, June 17, 2022 from noon - 1:00 pm via Zoom. No charge; but you DO need to register: [click here]
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Bikers LOVE the Green!
The Vergennes Green, also known as City Park is a mecca for gathering, especially in the summertime. Recently, a group of 40 bikers from the Boston Cyclists Union rode through Vergennes starting in Boston and making their way up to Grand Isle. The organization serves as a leadership pipeline for bike advocacy around Boston and beyond. "We love Vergennes!", remarked Events Manager, Ryan Waldron. Several members of the group were librarians and enjoyed visiting the Bixby; most all got a taste of lu.lu ice cream too!
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A bike fix-it station was recently installed on the Green to accommodate the hundreds of bikers that pass through Vergennes each year. Our thanks to the generosity of the Addison County Board of Realtors who provided the funds through a generous grant. Thank you ACBOR!
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The first market of the summer kicks off on Thursday, June 16
(3:00-6:30pm) at City Park.
Live music this week by The Rustics.
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FULL-TIME VENDORS
- Smith Family Farm (local meat)
- Lalumiere Farm (fresh vegetables and fruit)
- The Farmhouse Table (produce, eggs, meat, pickles)
- Mediterranean Mix (hot prepared Mediterranean food)
- Danz Ahn Dairy (goat cheese, goat milk, eggs)
- Vintage and Bloom (fresh-cut flowers and arrangements)
- Good Companion Bakery (hot baked goods, duck)
- Groennfell Meadery (canned mead)
PART-TIME VENDORS
- Wiggly Goat Farm (yarn products)
- Vermont Cheeseless (vegan, gluten-free cheesecake)
- Quiet Valley Fiber (fiber arts, wild flowers, eggs)
- Bad Apple Juice Co. (fresh-squeezed juices)
- Middlebury WIC (distributing Farm-to-Family coupons)
- Better Business Bureau (business advice)
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Vergennes Public Art Forum, recap |
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Approximately 30 artists and lovers of art attended the Vergennes Public Art Corridor forum on Thursday, June 2nd at the Opera House. Great discussion and ideas sparked engaged conversation about the process of establishing a plan for public art in Vergennes. Stay tuned for further information and next step announcements.
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Katie Raycroft-Meyer & Dawn Wagner discuss location possibilities |
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Public Art Can Do SO Much!
Builds a sense of place - Supports tourism - Expresses community values - Transforms landscapes - Starts conversations - Creates connectivity - Explores our history - Imagines our future - and more. Let's keep the discussion going!
If you've yet to do so, please send us your thoughts about public art in the Little City by completing a short survey. [click here]
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Strike Up the (City) Band! |
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The Vergennes City Band returns for the season this Monday night, June 20, 2022, beginning at 7:00pm. Gather on the Green each Monday night with your family, friends and neighbors - meet some new people too! |
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It's summer at its best!
Come early and take part in the Champlain Valley Christian School's 48th Annual Strawberry Festival too. (6:00-8:00pm) Homemade strawberry shortcake and beverage for $6. For more information, contact Julia at 802-349-0292.
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Who Came to Visit the Vergennes? Read on.... |
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Vergennes is a destination for all sorts of great reasons, including taking in the grandeur of the Bixby Memorial Free Library. Imagine the delight of director Catharine Hays when she met a recent visitor who turned out to be the grandson of Frederick G. Frost, the architect of the library! An architect in his own right, like his father and grandfather, Tom Frost paid a visit with his daughter, Kate Mastrangelo. Some time back, Tom’s father donated the original first floor plans and the Bixby is proud to house them in their Historical Collection. After learning about of all the Little City has to offer, they spent the afternoon exploring up, down and around Main!
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FOMO - Fear of Missing Out?
What did I miss? Back issues of VP e-News are available at: www.VergennesDowntown.org. Got news? Want to sponsor the next e-newsletter? Give Julie a call; contact information below!
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VP News is brought to you by Vergennes Partnership, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping the Little City reach its full potential. Through the Partnership, the City has earned over a million dollars since 1999 with tax credits and grants which have greatly improved the health, appearance and vitality of the downtown and beyond.
To become a member or simply donate to the Partnership, click here.
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Vergennes Partnership:
Building
Community, Commerce & Culture
Julie Nelson Basol
Coordinator, Marketing & Development
802.598.7424
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No. 22 Issue 119 - June 14
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