Good morning, Burlington.

Residents rallied Saturday in Newport to support North Country Hospital after a state report from last fall recommended a major restructuring or closure.

Retired nurse Christine Moseley and health care workers said the hospital is a lifeline for critical care because the nearest facility is over 40 minutes away—many vowed to hold more rallies if needed.

Members of the community gathered yesterday, April 12, at King Street Laundry for a free sew and print workshop hosted by Vermont Community Wash & Learn along with UVM’s Community Engaged Art class (Amalgamated Culture Works and At the Root Vermont LLC) where participants learned how to repurpose old sheets and clothes into tote or laundry bags and could get a screen-printed logo. The workshop ran from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., offered recycled materials and light refreshments, and included one free load of laundry for each participant.

Colchester police, Essex police and Williston police responded after a man was found with multiple gunshot wounds near Ethan Allen Ave on Saturday morning; he was taken to UVM Medical Center and is in critical condition as officials believe the incident was isolated.

KidSafe Collaborative Annual Outstanding Service Awards 2025

9:30-11:30 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Free entry — Celebrate local heroes who have made significant contributions to child safety and well-being.

Book Launch: Piecework / Travail à la pièce, a bilingual collection of two plays by Vermont playwright and performer Abby Paige.

Celebrate this landmark publication with Abby Paige in her home community. Performances, conversation, and appreciation of Burlington’s rich and diverse local history! 7:00pm, OFF Center for the Dramatic Arts (1127 North Ave Ste 27, Burlington).

Kingdom Kids Live Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a lively performance at Burlington's favorite comedy venue.

Community Egg Hunt

5-7 p.m. — City Hall and Rick Marcotte Central School — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly egg hunt with arts and crafts, face painting, and more fun activities.

New England Log & Timber Design-Build EXPO

1-7 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Check for entry details — Explore innovative log and timber design solutions from top builders and vendors.

Devising Lab with Michael Bodel

10:00-11:30 a.m. — The Flynn — Free entry — Explore choreography through cardboard in this unique movement workshop.

Byland

8 PM – 12 AM — Higher Ground — Cost not mentioned — Experience the mesmerizing sounds of Deep Sea Diver's latest album, Impossible Weight.

All Night Boogie Band Live Performance

8:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Nectar's — Limited tickets available — Dance the night away with blues and soul inspired tunes every Thursday in May.

Vermont 1-Day Conference

9:00 AM - 2:30 PM — Edmunds Middle School — Pay what you can — Engage with the stuttering community and gain resources for growth and connection.

Burlington Anime Fest

10 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Kids enter FREE with paid adult ticket — Enjoy a family-friendly day filled with voice actors, vendors, attractions, and a huge cosplay contest.