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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Burlington should plan for several road closures as the Vermont City Marathon & Relay starts at 7 a.m. Sunday in Waterfront Park—streets including Lake, Main, and Church have specific closure times and resident traffic exceptions. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ Burlington's Community Sailing Center became debt-free after a broader donor push paid off its loans — it now offers accessible sailing lessons and conservation education for local youth. Seven Days
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Vermont State University graduated 185 new journeyman plumbers and electricians from its apprenticeship programs with the Vermont Department of Labor this month. The graduates earned the credentials needed to sit for the state licensure exam and enrollment grew nearly 30% to 886 students — a response to Vermont’s rising demand for skilled tradespeople. VermontBiz
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Vermont Parks Forever announced that over 100,000 eligible Vermonters enrolled in programs such as 3SquaresVT and WIC can visit state parks free from May through October by showing an active EBT or WIC card at park entrances. The nonprofit will also issue a special card at local Economic Services district offices — a move to boost outdoor access — as the program runs this summer. Seven Days
- ➤ Julie Silverman, the lakekeeper for the Conservation Law Foundation, worked to clean up Lake Champlain by picking up trash along the Winooski River and shores—she also met with lawmakers and taught local students how to protect the lake. Her work aims to track pollution and support policies that keep the water safe. Seven Days
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Vermont opioid overdose deaths fell in 2024 to 183, the lowest tally in four years, as state health officials credited expanded naloxone distribution and harm reduction strategies. However, a treatment recovery director warned that the lower death count may not reflect overall improvements in opioid use and recovery support — underscoring ongoing challenges with housing and access to treatment. VTDigger
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Vermont City Marathon will take place Sunday, May 25 starting at 7:15 a.m. at Waterfront Park; runners and relay teams will compete on a double-loop course while road closures affect local traffic — NBC5 will provide live coverage beginning at 6 a.m. NBC5
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Sports & Fitness Expo
1-7 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Free entry — Explore the latest in sportswear, gear, and local products at this vibrant expo.
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Chat with Best-Selling Author and Runner Emily Halnon
12-1 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Free entry — Engage in a trailside chat about record-setting ultra running with local authors and athletes.
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M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon
7:15 AM - Jun 1, 11:59 PM — Queen City Cafe — Registration required — Experience a scenic marathon through Burlington's landscapes with community spirit and live entertainment.
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Ran: 40th Anniversary 4K Restoration
'Ran' — 7:00-9:45 PM — Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center — $ — Film buffs enjoy a 40th anniversary 4K restoration of Akira Kurosawa’s 1985 take on the story of King Lear.
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2025 Vermont Amateur Pickleball Championships
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — The EDGE Sports & Fitness — $65 — Compete in the amateur state championship and engage in a weekend of wellness activities.
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EXTC Concert Featuring XTC's Terry Chambers & Friends
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Experience the classic XTC songbook brought to life by Terry Chambers and his band EXTC.
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NAMI Vermont Lake Monsters Game Night
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Vermont Lake Monsters Baseball — Tickets available — Supporting mental health awareness with a fun night of baseball and community activities.
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Father's Day Frankfurter Fiesta
7-9:30 p.m. — The Soda Plant — RSVP requested — Enjoy a special hot dog topping bar and cornhole at this festive hangout.
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Book Club for Busy Women
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Ladies Social Group — $5 monthly dues — Connect with fellow women while discussing books and forming friendships.
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Vermont Lake Monsters Senior Night
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Vermont Lake Monsters Baseball — $6 for seniors — Enjoy a night at the ballpark with complimentary drinks and reserved seating for seniors.
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