Good morning, Burlington.

TurboTax began offering in-person & online help at local stores on Feb.

1 for Burlington residents needing expert tax filing assistance. Customers not using a TurboTax expert last year are eligible for a $150 flat fee if they file by Feb. 28.

96-year-old horticulturist Dr. Jan Abernathie has worked over five decades at Wonder Gardens and is still thriving today—his deep passion for botany keeps him actively engaged in caring for plants.

The Young Writers Project published this week's entry titled 'Ours' by Isla Segal (14) from Woodstock; her art piece 'Welcome' is available on youngwritersproject.org for local readers.

Vermonter Andrea Mead Lawrence won two golds in alpine skiing at the 1952 Winter Olympics in Oslo using a flawless giant slalom run that beat competitors by 2.2 seconds.

Her achievement continues to inspire Vermont’s proud skiing tradition.

Peter Graves, a Vermont sportscaster who covered the Olympics for decades, shares his memories in a new memoir titled 'I Almost Made It.' The Thetford native, inducted into the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame (2023), recalls career highlights and says the games are needed now more than ever.

For the Rodriguez family in Underhill, Sunday football has always united them despite split loyalties as father Gerber (a lifelong Seahawks fan) and son Sam (supporting New England) prepare for Super Bowl 60 with plans for friends, food, and friendly debate.

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2026

6:30 PM – 12:00 AM — The Flynn — Ticket pricing varies — Experience adrenaline-fueled action and breathtaking landscapes from around the world.

Penguin Plunge

11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Burlington Waterfront Boat Ramp — $25 – $50 — Dive into Lake Champlain for a chilly plunge in support of Special Olympics Vermont.

Love In Motion: A Valentine's Trolley Experience

5-8 p.m. — Delta Hotels Burlington — $ — Step onto a red carpet and enjoy a charming, romantic trolley ride filled with nostalgia and curated moments for couples.

TAZ Live Concert

7-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the electrifying talent of TAZ, a rising star who has graced major stages worldwide.

2026 Burlington Weekend Food Art and Crafts Show

10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. — Burlington City Arts @ The BCA Center — Vendor fees apply — Discover tasty eats, cool crafts, and fun vibes at this vibrant community showcase.

The Lowdown at Higher Ground

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Vermont's funniest at this new comedy event.