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Flowering crab apples in full bloom are one of the major signs that spring has arrived, and that summer is not too far behind.
All the colors will be on display this spring at “Journeys in Pastel,” a group show of accomplished artists from the Central Vermont Chapter of the Vermont Pastel Society at River Arts in Morrisville from May 23 through Aug. 22.
Pianist Renana Gutman headlines the fourth Noon Music in May concert Wednesday, May 22, at Stowe Community Church. Her program will include works by Bach, Mozart and Chopin.
Sharpen your hooks and dig some fresh worms. The Waterbury Stowe Fish and Game Club kids’ fishing derby is just around the corner.
Nova Scotia author Donalee Moulton will hold a book signing at Bear Pond Books in Stowe on Saturday, May 18, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
St. John’s in the Mountains Episcopal Church, 1994 Mountain Road in Stowe, celebrates the life of Lisa Forster-Beach with a showing of her art that will run from May 21 to July 14.
KeruBo-Ogoti Webster immerses audiences in Kenya’s vibrant heritage on Sunday, May 19, 2 p.m. at the Grange Hall Cultural Center, 317 Howard Avenue, Waterbury Center.
Under the direction of their respective conductors, Erik Kroncke and Mary Jane Austin, South Burlington Community Chorus and Mad River Chorale will jointly present their spring concerts in two different venues.
Imagine the country store of a small Vermont town — a place that for generations has served so many important purposes, from groceries for locals and typical Vermont items for tourists to a gathering place for the entire community.
A makers’ market and vendor fair will support Green Mountain Support Services and its service to the local communities.
Healthy Lamoille Valley, a program of the Lamoille Family Center, will be hosting a prevention celebration on Wednesday, May 15, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at the community room at Green Mountain Technology and Career Center in Hyde Park.
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There’s more to consider than fresh eggs when raising chickens at home. For gardeners, that includes keeping both chickens and plants safe and productive.
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April was Earth Month and Vermonters celebrate the unique tradition of Green-Up Day on Saturday, May 4. With spring cleaning on everyone’s agenda, Efficiency Vermont has tips that can help you tidy up and plan for warm weather. Taking steps now could even help reduce your energy bills and save money.
The second concert of the Noon Music in May series features an unusual duo. Duo Sonidos brings together the talents of violinist William Knuth and guitarist Adam Levin.
The Waterbury Stowe Fish and Game Club holds its annual clean-up day Saturday, May 4, from 8 a.m. noon.
On Saturday, May 4, Justice for Dogs will hold a pop-up bottle and can drive from 9-11 a.m. at the Northgate Plaza Shopping Center in Morrisville.
Announcements
Elizabeth Ann “Lisa” Forster-Beach, 87, of Stowe, died peacefully Monday, March 11, 2024, surrounded by family and friends.
Kelsey Julia Boleski died on Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Crested Butte, Colo., at the age of 34.
Michael Arthur Spinelli, 84, died peacefully with family by his side, on Friday, May 3, 2024, at The Arbors in Shelburne. Michael was born in 1939 in Barre City and moved to Montpelier where he graduated from Montpelier High School, and, most importantly, met the love of his life, Nancy Ann Blaisdell.
Peter Kinsale Bartholomew Sr., born Dec. 27, 1926, died peacefully on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at Belmont Village in Aliso Viejo, Calif. He was 97 years old.
Calling hours for Jane Constance Lowe, 93, who died on Monday, March 18, 2024, will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2024, from 6-8 p.m. at the Guare & Sons Funeral Home, 30 School St., Montpelier.
Religion
On Sunday, May 19, at 4:30 p.m., instead of our regular service at St. John’s, we will be holding our annual meeting at Nancy Bank’s house. There will be a potluck supper following the meeting. Please let Nancy know if you are planning to attend. We will vote on new officers for the fellowship and discuss many other important topics.
Have you ever wondered why God chose a fish? He could have rescued Noah in a million other ways. Well, Pastor Russ Rathier brought some new light into that today as he continued his message from the book of Jonah.
On Sunday, May 19, Episcopal bishop Rev. Shannon MacVean-Brown will be the celebrant and preacher at our Holy Eucharist service. The service will begin at 11 a.m. A reception will follow.
“Never, until now, were we confronted with the excruciating task of
The second collection May 18-19 is property insurance.
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