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Saturday, June 7th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Feeding Champlain Valley closed its locations on June 6 for an all-day meeting, so Addison Food Hub, Northwest Family Foods, and Burlington Food Shelf did not operate and will resume regular hours on Monday, June 9. The organization is expanding services to help more people get food. MyChamplainValley.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ House and Senate negotiators did not agree on a new meeting time for education reform talks after a public dispute last Friday, and many lawmakers worry about the process. Lawmakers (with the House suggesting next Thursday and the Senate wanting an earlier session) are set to debate more on the bill (including issues of funding and school rules) before a vote. Vermont Public
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Vermont lawmakers sent the Kids Code bill (which limits addictive social media features for minors) to Governor Scott for review and paused other data privacy reforms due to strong lobbying. They plan to work on those proposals next year (after reviewing concerns from local businesses and tech companies). VTDigger
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wildfire smoke from Canadian fires is reducing air quality in Vermont, and Burlington recently experienced very unhealthy PM2.5 levels—state officials urge residents to check trusted resources and use measures like recirculated air conditioning to reduce exposure. Health agencies also advise monitoring updated forecasts on sites like EPA AirNow to stay informed about changing air conditions. Vermont Public
- ➤ Hospice staff at UVM Home Health and Hospice voted Thursday to form a union called Hospice United — representing nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other team members at McClure Miller Respite House and on the community team. After their 88% vote is certified, they will begin bargaining their first contract with UVMHN management amid challenges over including non-nursing roles. VermontBiz
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Earlier this week in Hinesburg, community leaders held a ribbon cutting for Kelley’s Field II—a project that provides 24 affordable, energy-efficient apartments for adults 55 and older with accessible amenities including a lounge, community room, telehealth room, and walking loop—and it was funded with over $11 million from federal, state, local, and private sources. VermontBiz
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Burlington High School’s D.G. Weaver Athletic Complex hosted Vermont high school track and field state meets from June 5 to today. Peoples won its first girls crown since 2009 — Thetford won its sixth straight boys title. Burlington Free Press
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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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Vermont Lake Monsters vs. New Britain Bees
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Vermont Lake Monsters Baseball — Permission slip and fee required — Teens enjoy a ball game outing with food included.
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4x4x48 Challenge
4 p.m. Jun 20th — Burlington Union Station — Entry fee TBA — Participate in a unique running challenge to celebrate the summer solstice.
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Intentional Peer Support Core Training
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. daily — Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center — $100 for materials — Engage in an interactive training to explore transformative relationships through peer support.
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Golden Hour at HULA - Vermont Tech Meetup
4:30-6:00 p.m. — HULA — Free entry — Network with tech professionals over drinks, pizza, and scenic views of Lake Champlain.
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Latin Dance Night
5-9 p.m. — Switchback Brewing Co. — $20 for the class, $10 for the social — Enjoy a vibrant evening of Latin dance with beginner-friendly lessons and a lively dance social.
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