August 28 - September 6 / Essex Junction, VT
Champlain Valley Fair - Vermont's premier fair attraction, featuring a number of musical acts, attractions, exhibitions, agricultural stuff... the list goes on and on. You don't want to miss this one. Check their site for a calendar of events, camping/lodging links and more. CVExpo.org
September 3-4 / Milton, VT
Book Sale - Friday: Noon to 6 PM / Saturday: 9 AM to 5 PM. Come check out a wide array of fiction, and non-fiction, including cookbooks, do-it-yourself books, health and travel books -- and free audio cassette books and VHS videos. Book prices: Hard covers, 50 cents; paperbacks, 25 cents; children's books, 10 for $1 (Saturday after 3 PM, fill a bag for only $2!) All proceeds go toward the purchase of a bookmobile for the Milton Library. For more information, contact Emily at 802-893-0337.
September 3-12 / Rutland, VT
Vermont State Fair - at the Vermont State Fair Grounds. This years Fair offers great family entertainment with hundreds of farm animals, daily free shows, arts & crafts, 4H & agricultural exhibits, horticultural displays, grandstand attractions, a petting zoo and much more. For more information or a schedule of events, visit VermontStateFair.net.
September 4 / Ferrisburgh, VT
Annual Harvest Supper - United Methodist Church on Route 7 will be hosting a dinner featuring Meatloaf, Macaroni & Cheese, Scalloped Potatoes, Baked Beans, Summer Squash, Sweet Corn, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Coleslaw, Homemade Pies, Coffee, Tea and Milk starting at 5:30 PM. Cost is $9.00 per person children under 12 $4.50. Plenty of free parking, Handicapped accessible. Further information call 802-338-6812.
September 5 / Essex Junction, VT
Military Appreciation Day - The Freedom Group Ride will leave the Harley Davidson Dealership at 11AM. All are invited to participate in the ride, all makes and models are welcome. A $5 donation to the DAV for each rider is suggested. The ride is followed by hot dogs and beverages. Additionally, Veterans and active military service members are invited to pose for their picture in the Freedom Photo. Commemorative pins are also available for a $5 donation to the DAV, plus a chance to win the $100 GMH-D gift certificate. 100% of all donations will go to the DAV.
September 5 / Lake Placid
28th Annual Olympic Car Show and Parade - Cars will be on display Olympic Center Speed Skating Oval from 11:45 AM to 4 PM when the award ceremony begins.
September 6 / Jerricho, VT
Underhill-Jericho Fire Department 55th Annual Chicken Barbecue - from 11:30 AM to 2 PM at the Browns River Middle School. Half of the proceeds to benefit Riley McLaughlin, a 6 year old who has been diagnosed with a rare syndrome, PHN.
September 10 / Burlington, VT
Fish Fry - at the VFW Post 782 on South Winooski Avenue. Cost is $7. Open to the public. For more information, call 802-864-6532.
September 10 / Colchester, VT
Casino Night & Texas Hold'em Tournament - From 7 PM to 11 PM at the Hampton Inn. The Colchester-Milton Rotary uses funds raised at events like Casino Night to support scholarships to students of Colchester and Milton, support local youth activities and provide aid to regional and international humanitarian causes. Your invited to a night of fun so that our efforts will continue to reach those in need. For more information visit www.cmrotary.org.
September 11 / Burlington, VT
NAMI Walks - There is a walk to benefit the National Alliance on Mental Illness starting at 9 AM at the Burlington Waterfront. For more information, call 802-244-1396, 800-639-6480, or visit NAMIVT.org.
September 11 / Middlebury, VT
Vermont Story Festival - from 1 PM to 5 PM at the Town Hall Theater. Celebrating 100 years of providing in-camp fun, wilderness adventures and simple outdoor living for boys from 8 -16 years. All Festival activities are free; donations are welcome. Sheldon Museum admission will be discounted 10% that day. A detailed schedule of events is available online at www.vtfolklifecenter.tumbler.com. If you have questions, call Sheldon Museum 802-388-2117.
Septmeber 11 / Lyndonville, VT
St. Johnsbury Area Lions Club Round Robin and Rib Dinner - 5 PM to 6:30 PM at the Tom Bresin Center there is a Rib Dinner with baked potato and corn on cob with rolls and desert for $10.00. Then there wil be a raffle with over 80 prizesand gift certificates to be given away. Bring the whole family! For more information, contact Julie Simpson at 802-626-5704 or sjsimpson@charter.net.
September 11 / Essex Junction, VT
Flag Retirement Ceremony - starting at 7 PM as the VFW Post 6689 on Pearl Street. After the ceremony, there will be refreshments. For more information, call 802-578-6290.
September 12 / New Haven, VT
Chicken & Bisket Dinner - at the New Haven Congregational Church. There are seatings ats 12 PM and 1 PM. Cost is $9 for adults, $4.50 for children 6-12 & children under 5 are FREE. Take out available by reservation. For more information call 802-545-2422.
September 14 / Milton, VT
Milton Community Activities Fair - The Milton Community Youth Coalition (MCYC) is excited to once again sponsor the annual Milton Community Activities Fair from 6 PM to 8 PM at the Milton Elementary School, offering one stop shopping for families and community members to learn about and/or sign up for the many opportunities offered in Milton, including sports, recreation, clubs and services. Last year, the Activities Fair featured over 47 nonprofit groups and drew approximately 600 attendees! This exciting, community-wide event will help make busy lives easier this fall. For more information, please visit www.miltonyouth.org.
September 16 / Plattsburgh, NY
Volunteer Fair - RSVP of Clinton County will be hosting an Inter-generational Volunteer Fair to mobilize citizens of all ages in our community to respond to the volunteer challenges of area organizations. The Volunteer Fair provides a chance for community agencies to promote their service opportunities simultaneously and to match individuals with appropriate and meaningful volunteer work. You are invited to make a difference and join us at the Senior Citizens Council Gymnasium (former MAI/Seton gym) from 4 PM to 7 PM. Please contact RSVP (566-0944) with any questions or information. Free admission: refreshments, and door prizes. This is an excellent opportunity for students to find service learning or internship placements.
Septmeber 18 & 19 / Hemmingford,Qc
17th Annual Hemmingford,Quebec Town Wide Community Garage Sale - RAIN OR SHINE, 9 AM to 5 PM both days, with over 100 homes, schools, and church organizations participate through the area. There will be items like antiques, furniture, books, dishes, electronics, clothing for children and adults, and much more. Everyone is welcome!!!
September 18 & 19 / Peru, NY
St. Augustine's Fall Craft Fair & Applefest - There will be over 50 local vendor Craft Fair held at the Parish Center on Main Street. 10 AM to 4 PM both days. Parade at 11 AM on Saturday and Chicken BBQ on Sunday at noon. Live music all days both days. Admission is FREE. Contact 518-802-0220 for more info.
September 18 / Chittenden, VT
Chittenden Reservoir Day - Its the annual cleanup and celebration of the lake. The event will run from 10 AM to 2 PM with cleanup in the morning hours and a hotdog cookout in the afternoon. Vermont Adventure Tours will give guided canoe tours of the reservoir, and the Green Mountain National Forest will be on hand to provide general forest information and maps. Free T-shirts will be given to the first 200 participants. For more information, visit CVPS.com.
September 18 / Burlington, VT
Walk for Wishes - Take the First Step Torward Hope. The Make A Wish Foundation is holding its annual 8-mile walk at Oakledge Park. Registration begins at Noon, the walk starts at 1:30PM, and the Celebration of Hope begins at 3 PM. Walk as an individual, a family, or a team all to raise money for the Make A Wish Foundation Vermont Chapter. For more information and to sign-up, visit WalkForWishesVermont.org
September 19 / Burlington, VT
Motorcycle Ride for the Homeless - The 1 ½ hour scenic ride will begin at 10:30 AM from Green Mountain Harley-Davidson on Pearl Street in Essex Junction, will travel to St. Albans, down to the Mt. Mansfield and Pleasant Valley areas, and return to the start location by early afternoon. The Ride is to be followed by a Pork BBQ prepared by the award winning Lost Nation Smoke Company, raffles, live music, and is open to the general public. Motorcyclists and guests desiring to participate in the Ride may register in advance by going to BEShelter.org, by obtaining registration forms available at local motorcycle dealerships, or registering the day of the Ride between 8:30 AM and 10 AM. Registration fees are $35 for riders and $20 for passengers and include the Ride, BBQ and an awesome T-Shirt. All the procceeds are going to the Burlignton Emergency Shelter. Individuals interested in volunteering their services the day of the Ride may contact the Burlington Emergency Shelter at 802-862-9879.
October 3 / South Burlington, VT
Spectrum Ride - A fun day where family, friends, and the community collectively ride to make a positive change in the lives of at-risk youth in Vermont. The rides start at Dorset Park 8 AM (100K), 8:45 AM (50K), 9:30 AM (25K), 10 AM (10K). All proceeds from the Spectrum Ride support Spectrum's programs. For more information visit SpectrumVT.org.
October 10 / South Burlington, VT
Four Paws for Lacey's Cause - Regestration starts at 11:30 AM with the Openig Ceremonies at 1 PM. Participants can compete in either a 5K race or 1.5 mile fun walk/run with or without their dogs. All event proceeds go the Lacey's Fund (non-profit) to benefit Vermont's retired police K9s. More information: contact the Vermont Veterinary Surgical Center's staff at 802-893-8333 or vvsc@vtvetsurgery.com. Registration brochures/forms are available at the website: www.vtvetsurgery.com (Vermont Veterinary Surgical Center).
October 17 / South Burlington, VT
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk -Help create a world with Less Breast Cancer and More Birthdays byb participating in the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. This inspiring event will be held at Dorset Park. Registration begins at 11 AM with a rolling start beginning at 1 PM. For more information call 800-227-2345 or visit Cancer.org/StridesOnline. The money raised will save lives by helping people stay, get well, by finding cures adn fighting back.
