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Sunday, July 20th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A group of thrill-seekers rappelled down an eleven-story building in Barre on Saturday to raise funds for local children and families in crisis—each participant pledged to collect at least $1,000, helping Over the Edge raise more than $90,000 for Easterseals Vermont since 2022. NBC5
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ North Beach in Burlington saw many visitors on Saturday as locals cooled off in warm 80-degree weather. A new venue called Kona Beachside Tiki Bar and Grill brings island flavors to the waterfront—offering tropical drinks, Polynesian dishes, and scenic views, and it is open daily from noon until 7 p.m. NBC5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The House approved a $10 million defense contract amendment for MVP Robotics, a small technology company in Bradford, as part of an appropriations bill passed Friday. The company, which develops dual use tech for sports teams + military training, is expected to grow from the new funding. VermontBiz
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The Future of Vermont’s Food & Farm Economy: Trends & Predictions
5-8 p.m. — Intervale Center — Free entry — Discover insights on Vermont's food and farm economy while networking and enjoying local refreshments.
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SB Nite Out #5 - B-Town & Fireworks
5:30-8 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Park — Free entry — Enjoy delicious food from local vendors followed by a spectacular fireworks display to celebrate the community.
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Bonny Light Horseman
7-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Cost not specified — Experience the heartfelt melodies of Bonny Light Horseman as they celebrate humanity through music.
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The Ramble Roller Disco
2-4 p.m. — Pomeroy Park — $5 suggested donation — Roll with us at the 4th annual roller disco while supporting a great cause.
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Robert Lester Folsom Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of melodic sounds from southern singer-songwriter Robert Lester Folsom.
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Vermont Lake Monsters 50/50 Raffle Night
5-9 p.m. — Vermont Lake Monsters Baseball — Enjoy a night at the ballpark selling raffle tickets to support Camp Ta-Kum-Ta.
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Grieves Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Higher Ground — $51+ — Enjoy a night of powerful music with Grieves at Higher Ground in South Burlington.
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The Red Rocks 5K Run
9:30 a.m. — Red Rocks Park — Registration fee applies — Experience a scenic 5K trail run through the beautiful woods of Red Rocks Park.
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2025 Lake Champlain Dragon Boat Festival
8 AM – 4:30 PM — Waterfront Park — Fundraising event — Celebrate community spirit and support cancer survivors with thrilling dragon boat races.
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Beth Stelling Live Comedy Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Check event page for ticket info — Experience the comedic brilliance of Beth Stelling, whose latest Netflix special is a must-watch.
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