Good morning, Burlington.

REI Co-op celebrates its annual Member Month throughout March; active members can redeem $200 million in rewards for exclusive savings on outdoor gear from Hoka, Patagonia, and La Sportiva online and in local stores today.

Singer Caitlin Canty moved back in 2023 to raise her two boys and reconnect with her Vermont roots.

She will perform at Higher Ground Showcase Lounge in South Burlington on Saturday, March 7 (7:30 p.m.) and at Bennington Theater on Friday, March 13 with tickets from $25 to $30.

Peter Walke of Efficiency Vermont explains that energy efficiency lowers costs for families and businesses while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

The three-year proposal — guided by feedback from nearly 900 residents and hundreds of businesses — removes $3.75 million in its proposed budget to focus on weatherization and long-term affordability.

A national legal group filed a state-court suit Monday over Act 73 (the new education law) that limits tuition for private schools.

Parents at Rice Memorial in South Burlington say the law forces them to pay extra for younger children; Attorney General Charity Clark has not reviewed the complaint.

Veteran moderator John McClaughry, 88, is set to lead his 60th consecutive Town Meeting today in Kirby (a town of 575) as a cherished local tradition since 1967.

Despite ongoing health challenges, he remains committed to fostering civic engagement.

Burlington’s Mental Health Urgent Care offers walk-in mental health support in a welcoming, art-filled space with cushy couches and multilingual signs.

Operated by Howard Center & partners, the clinic is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday at 1 South Prospect Street and free until 2027 except for insurance-covered physical care.

BlueCross BlueShield of VT reported 2025 gains by repaying a $30 million loan and raising its reserves to $105 million after cutting its budget and limiting hiring.

The insurer negotiated a 12.3% lower reimbursement with the University of Vermont Health network for 2026 to balance rising care costs and premiums.

High school sports fans can vote online at burlingtonfreepress.com for the Vermont Varsity Insider Boys Athlete of the Week presented by Delta Dental — voting is open until 9 p.m. Thursday, March 5.

Winners will be announced on Friday, March 6.

High school sports fans can vote for the girls Athlete of the Week contest presented by +Delta Dental+ until 9 p.m. Thursday; winners will be named Friday in a Burlington Free Press story.

Reprise Concert

7:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages — Experience the Phish revival with an all-star band led by Cal Kehoe.

Bridal Hairstyling Masterclass with Sara

2-7:30 p.m. — This is Urban Salon — Two ticket options available — Enhance your hairstyling skills with a live demo and hands-on workshop focused on bridal styles.

Bosch eBike Systems MY26 Dealer Training

10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Registration required — Enhance your expertise in eBike technology and service with Bosch's latest dealer certification training.

The Happy Fits Concert

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Get ready to groove with The Happy Fits in an energetic live performance.

Emma Cook Album Release

7-8:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages welcome — Vermont musician Emma Cook unveils her long-awaited indie-folk album, 'Of the Morning'.

Burlington Irish Heritage Festival Ceili

1-3 p.m. — Contois Auditorium — Donations welcomed — Enjoy a lively celebration of Irish culture with step dancing and traditional music for all ages.

Liv Greene & Melanie MacLaren Concert

8-10:30 p.m. — Radio Bean — $10 adv | $15 dos — Enjoy an evening of folk music with Nashville-based artist Liv Greene.

Phil Hanley Live Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Phil Hanley, a rising star in the NYC comedy scene.

Heated Rivalry Night

7-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — All Ages — Experience the soulful tunes of Dwight + Nicole blending blues, soul, and R&B traditions.

Disney Around the World with VSO

6-9 p.m. — The Flynn — Admission details not specified — Experience a symphonic journey through Disney’s iconic films brought to life by the Vermont Symphony Orchestra.