Good morning, Burlington.

Two local restaurants closed this weekend; El Gato Cantina in Essex Junction closed on May 31 and will relocate to South Burlington by late July, while The Cafe HOT in Burlington ended its nearly five-year run as its owners returned home.

Burlington Discover Jazz Festival will run from Wednesday, June 3 to Sunday, June 7, featuring free and ticketed music events at venues like City Hall Park, downtown streets and Waterfront Park, with highlights including student bands, lunchtime jazz series and tribute shows (prices vary).

Legislators passed an education reform plan on Friday — bill H.955 — that keeps school mergers voluntary and lowers district overtime limits.

Districts are required to meet with state facilitators to develop proposals that voters will decide on town meeting day in 2028.

Today at 5:02 a.m., students and alumni gathered at Albert D.

Lawton Intermediate School in Essex Junction to unseal a 1976 time capsule that held vintage items and a paper-mache astronaut; after the ceremony, a new capsule with modern keepsakes was buried to be opened in 2076.

High school sports fans in Burlington can vote online for the Vermont Varsity Insider Boys Athlete of the Week, presented by Delta Dental, through 9 p.m. Thursday, June 4.

Winners will be announced on Friday, June 5 (nominees include Henry Dimitroff, Zak Fortin, Niah LeMay, Cole Page and Jameson Wilhite-Keene).

Sports fans can vote for the Vermont Varsity Insider Girls Athlete of the Week powered by Delta Dental via Burlington Free Press online ballot until 9 p.m. Thursday & winners will be announced Friday, June 5.

Otto and Astrid Live

7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets start at $96 — Experience an unforgettable evening of laughter with Otto and Astrid.

All the Rivers Festival

4:30-8:30 p.m. — The Flynn — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night filled with global music featuring performances by All the Rivers, Eddie Palmieri, Mavis Staples, and Preservation Hall Jazz Band.

The Hip Abduction Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Higher Ground — Tickets from $64 — Experience a can't-miss live performance by The Hip Abduction in South Burlington.

Melissa Villaseñor Live Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — $35 — Experience the unique humor of the first Latina SNL cast member in a night of impressions and laughter.

Good Clean Fun - Family Comedy Show

5-8 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Ticket prices may vary — Experience wholesome humor perfect for the entire family at this engaging comedy event.

Kaonashi Live Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Experience an evening of eclectic tunes with Kaonashi and COOKED.

Volunteer Classroom Helper at Vermont Quilt Show

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Volunteer position — Assist in the classroom and receive materials for your own projects.

Sam Salem Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets start at $100 — Experience an unforgettable evening with comedian Sam Salem in Burlington.

World Cup Watch Party at Switchback Brewing Co.

3-8 p.m. — Switchback Brewing Co. — $12 special — Experience thrilling soccer matches with a delicious burger and local craft beer.

Cup Watch Party: Norway vs. France

3-5 p.m. — Switchback Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy competitive soccer action with friends while savoring BBQ and craft brews.