Good morning, Burlington.

In Burlington, City Market’s South End co-op has not become profitable eight years after a $20 million expansion and reported a nearly $470,000 loss last fiscal year due to stagnant sales and pandemic challenges—managers hope to stabilize operations by 2028 amid ongoing construction and safety concerns.

Paula Routly’s Food Issue recaps 30 years during which Seven Days grew with Vermont’s food movement, covering key moments like early pizza reviews and the rise of gourmet markets.

Her account shows how the paper has supported local chefs, farmers, and diners—illustrating its lasting role in shaping our food scene.

The Vermont Construction Academy launched a five‐week trade boot camp in Winooski on Wednesday to give students hands‐on experience in construction, engineering, and other high‐demand fields.

The free program, funded by a grant from the Vermont Department of Labor’s Workforce Development Division, accepts 15 applicants per session and will hold a reverse job fair later in summer—connecting participants with potential employers.

Pandemic-era changes to the federal summer meal program have been made permanent so local schools and nonprofits now offer more free breakfasts and lunches to children under 18.

The programs deliver over 1 million meals each summer and include take-home kits and community delivery to help families during school break — Vermont led national participation in 2023.

Burlington city leaders passed a resolution that temporarily renames Church Street to Rue Canada Street to welcome Canadian visitors amid rising U.S.-Canada tensions; the move sets aside $3,000 for updated signage and additional Canadian flags.

The measure will see new signs in July and remain in effect until September—officials stress that Church Street will still be Church Street.

A three-bedroom apartment that was once a warehouse keeps original features such as bulk bins, wooden shelves, a walk-in cooler and uneven plank flooring.

The building on Archibald Street sits across from the historic Pate-King House — a reminder of its past as Onion River Co-op’s distribution center before City Market moved out.

VTDigger launched a new housing section that combines reporting on the state's housing shortage, flooding damage, homelessness and changes to land use rules into one category.

The update rounds out the site's coverage to eight topics — underscoring housing as an urgent issue in Vermont.

Milton's Holley MacLellan was named Vermont’s Gatorade top girls soccer player for the 2024 season after leading her team to a state championship with a 17-1 record and strong stats, and she maintained a high academic record.

The senior will start her college career at Stonehill College in the fall—she is also known for her role on the Burlington/Colchester hockey team.

4x4x48 Challenge

4 p.m. Jun 20th — Burlington Union Station — Entry fee TBA — Participate in a unique running challenge to celebrate the summer solstice.

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.

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.

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.

BTV Independence Day Celebration

5-11 p.m. — Waterfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate with food, music, and a stunning fireworks display over Lake Champlain.

Father John Misty Concert

6:45-8:15 p.m. — Shelburne Museum — Presale from Feb 25 — Enjoy an evening with Father John Misty and Lucinda Williams at the Ben & Jerry’s Concerts on The Green.

Joe List Live

7:30-9 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with stand-up comedian Joe List while supporting a charitable cause.

Joe List Comedy Show

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets start at $106 — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Joe List at a top-rated comedy venue.

Joe List Comedy Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — VIP tickets available — Experience a night of laughter with Joe List in an intimate setting.