GRAFTON, Vt. – On Saturday, July 20, the Grafton Trails and Outdoor Center will host the annual Food and Antique Tractor Festival, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Along with music, food, arts and crafts, a silent auction, and a … Continued
ATHENS, Vt. – The Athens Brick Meetinghouse will be the site of an old fashioned ice cream social on Sunday, July 21, from 2-4 p.m. The meetinghouse will be open for visitors to tour and learn more about this fascinating … Continued
In a shameless act of self-promotion, I remind you of my latest book. They tell me it’s an anthology. Many contributed stories for this book, “Stories of Us.” I like them all, but I do have a few favorites. The … Continued
CAVENDISH, Vt. – As towns like Cavendish started to be settled in the 18th century, physicians were generally not among the first inhabitants. In Cavendish, it was approximately 26 years after the town was chartered before a doctor arrived. Who … Continued
LONDONDERRY, Vt. – All are invited to the Londonderry Arts and Historical Society’s (LAHS) 18th Century Dinearound on Friday, Aug. 2, at 5:30 p.m., at our headquarters at the Custer Sharp House, 2461 Middletown Road. Enjoy a rousing evening of … Continued
LONDONDERRY, Vt. – The Londonderry Cemetery Commission is excited to announce that an interpretive sign has been created for Lowell Lake Cemetery. Thanks to commission members Gary Barton, Chris Blackey, Maureen Cronin, Andie Fusco, and Laurie Krooss Mullen, along with … Continued
Last week I mentioned I collected patriotic antiques. The photo with this article is a patriotic kite, titled “American Beauty.” It would probably date between 1958 and 1962. I remember being a boy and wanting one. Ruth’s Gifts … Continued
July Fourth is my favorite holiday. Our rights and freedoms, outlined in the Constitution, come at a horrific price. Protect them. Ned Larkin I don’t know a lot about Ned Larkin, but I will tell you what I … Continued
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – On Wednesday, July 19, at 6 p.m., join us for an incredible online event by bestselling author Amanda Barratt as she explores the events that inspired her latest historical novel. From the daring network of women who … Continued
BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Adventure begins at your library this summer as the Rockingham Free Public Library invites the public to come together to “Walk the Rock.” Thanks to the Town of Rockingham and Bellows Falls Downtown Development Alliance (BFDDA), the “Walk … Continued