Good morning, Burlington.

Feeding Champlain Valley offers free summer meals for children at its Burlington site at the Community Resource Center.

The program runs daily with hot meals served from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and additional groceries later (donated by local retailers and farms).

Vermont Parks Forever announced the 2026 Park Access Fund grantees that will distribute over 12,000 free day passes across all 14 counties to organizations supporting foster families, youth programs, and residents with disabilities — the initiative includes a Pilot Program for low-income residents continuing in 2026.

Officials said Vermont is skipping the Great American State Fair to save resources for local celebrations marking America’s 250th anniversary.

Communities across the state will host events including reading the Declaration and history programs this summer.

Breeze Airways is adding two new routes from Burlington International Airport with nonstop flights to Baltimore and one-stop flights to Vero Beach starting Oct.

4. Fares begin at $49.

Vermont Saves has surpassed $8.02M in assets as more than 1,700 small businesses (serving over 6,000 employees) enroll after the program expanded in February to include employers with two or more staff.

Vestwell will reach out to new eligible businesses until the June 30 registration deadline.

Teacher Joseph Emery of Bellows Free Academy Fairfax was named today to the inaugural Civic Education for Rural and Remote Communities Fellowship to expand access to civic learning in rural areas.

He has built voter registration initiatives and organized statehouse visits for his students.

Vermont officials are trapping mosquitoes statewide to monitor for EEE and West Nile virus (aiming to detect threats early) before any outbreaks occur.

Vermont has become the first US state to ban paraquat, a toxic weed killer linked to Parkinson's disease, prompting celebration among health advocates & concern among farmers.

The ban takes effect Nov. 1, with fruit growers given until 2030 to transition to safer alternatives.

Seven puppies – five females and two males – born at a shelter will be available for adoption at North Country SPCA at the end of July with meet-and-greets starting now.

Bolo, a two-year-old dog who avoids cats and kids, and George, a three-year-old cat are seeking homes via shelters.

Drew Kelleher, a UVM grad, was introduced today as the new men’s lacrosse head coach in the Victory Club room, replacing Chris Feifs after four seasons at UMass Lowell; Athletic Director Jeff Shulman said 12 million dollars in new state funding will help restart construction on the long-delayed Tarrant Center.

More than 30 Vermont Special Olympians are competing at the 2026 USA Games in Minnesota this week, with swimmer Erin Watson winning gold in the 100-yard breaststroke Thursday and Lindsay Arthurs earning silver in the 5000-meter race before athletes finish on Friday.

Burlington Wine and Food Festival

12:30-8:00 p.m. — Hula — $80 — Experience Vermont’s largest wine and food event featuring hundreds of wines, local spirits, chef demos, and live jazz.

Burlington's Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

3-11 p.m. — Burlington Waterfront Boat Ramp — $2 round-trip for shuttle service — Experience Vermont's most spectacular fireworks display along with family-friendly activities.

Level 1 Yoga Class

5-6 p.m. — Hot Yoga Burlington Vermont — $10 fee for late cancellations — A relaxing class perfect for beginners and post-activity recovery.

Latin Dance Night

6-9 p.m. — Switchback Brewing Co. — Salsa Class $20, Dance Social $10 — Enjoy an evening of vibrant Latin dancing and connect with fellow dance enthusiasts.

YUUF Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — Higher Ground — Support TBD — Experience the unique musical blend of Yuuf in their Burlington debut during summer tour.

All Levels Hot Yoga Class

9-10 a.m. — Hot Yoga Burlington Vermont — Reservation required — Engage in a continuous flow of poses suitable for all active levels.

Yoga Nidra and Sound Bath

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Hot Yoga Burlington Vermont — Reservations required — Experience guided meditations and relaxing yogic sleep in a cozy setting.

Level 1 Yoga Class

9-10 a.m. — Hot Yoga Burlington Vermont — Reservations required — Enjoy a relaxing yoga session ideal for beginners and post-vigorous activity.

All Levels Hot Yoga Class

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Hot Yoga Burlington Vermont — Sign-up required — Engage in an intermediate yoga flow suitable for all active individuals.

Live Comedy with King Dumb

8:30-11:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Nathan Hartswick, Natalie Miller, and Brian De La Bruere.