Good morning, Burlington.

The Lake Champlain Community Sailing Center received a $500,000 endowment gift from the Courtney & Victoria Buffum Family Foundation to boost its Adaptive Sailing Program and Diversity Access Initiative.

The gift will fund scholarships, adaptive equipment and instructor training to expand sailing opportunities for all.

Franklin County Cheese will reopen the closed Enosburg Falls dairy facility under new local ownership on Sept.

1 to resume specialty dairy production and extend services, including truck washing and food-grade warehousing, which is expected to add further local employment over the fall.

Trader Joe's in South Burlington confirmed that a new pastel micro tote bag will be released soon; the small canvas bag measures 4.5 inches by 3.5 inches and follows limited releases that sold out quickly.

The exact release date is still pending.

Of Monsters and Men will perform with August Ponthier at the Shelburne Museum on Sept.

20 as part of Ben and Jerry's Concerts on the Green — tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. with gates opening an hour earlier.

Last month, Dairy Farmers of America announced plans to close its longtime processing plant in St. Albans as part of a series of dairy plant closures linked to national consolidation trends.

Vermont officials and industry leaders are exploring incentives and legislative support to help farmers compete in a shifting market.

Saint Michael’s College received a $2 million gift from an anonymous donor to expand its scholarship initiative that now totals $7 million, supporting immediate aid for students near Burlington.

The Vermont Department of Libraries awarded $350 grants to 148 public libraries to support summer reading programs for children and teens.

Funded with state general funds, the grants aim to help families keep reading skills strong over the break.

The Community College of Vermont has been invited to rejoin the Metallica Scholars Initiative for the 2026‑2027 academic year, receiving a $25,000 grant to support IT and cybersecurity training — registration is open now and courses will begin Sep.

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South Burlington plans to install a new AstroTurf field at Veteran’s Memorial Park for longer athletic seasons and fewer closures (the turf is PFAS-free to meet environmental rules).

Final plans were presented to the development review board Tuesday night; extra drainage will also be added to nearby grass fields.

Vermont Green FC clinched its second consecutive Northeast Division title after a 6-2 win over Connecticut Rush.

Jeremy Francou scored five goals (a new club record) as the team now prepares to finish the regular season Friday against Western Mass Pioneers.

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.

33rd Annual Vermont Brewers Festival

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Waterfront Park — Admission with tasting tabs — Celebrate Vermont's craft beer scene with local brewers and scenic Lake Champlain views.

39th Annual Lake Champlain Antique and Classic Boat Show

10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Burlington Community Boathouse Marina — Individually paid dinner — Showcase your boat or enjoy a fun day on the water with dinner afterward.

Social Distortion Concert

8-11 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets from $69 — Experience the energy of Social Distortion live with all their greatest hits and latest tracks.

The Red Rocks 5K

5K Race — Morning Start Time — Red Rocks Park — Registration required — Enjoy a scenic run through Red Rocks Park's beautiful landscapes in South Burlington.