Good morning, Burlington.

Nine young Vermont poets performed on Mt. Philo—part of a Saturday morning Words in the Woods event that took place last week.

On September 5, Burlington City Arts unveiled the 8-by-20-foot 'Let It Be: A Cautionary Tale of the Pine Street Barge Canal' mural created in one month by eight student artists working with professional muralists from Juniper Creative Arts.

The artwork uses water lilies as symbols—one for each student—to tell Burlington’s history from early wildlife and logging to coal waste and nature’s recovery.

Gasoline prices in Burlington averaged $3.26 per gallon today—showing a slight drop of 1.1 cents from last week with station prices ranging from $3.09 to $3.35.

Vermont’s overall average is $3.17 per gallon compared to a national average of $3.15, and experts say prices may fall further as drivers wait for cheaper winter gasoline.

State Senator Anne Watson and groups like Bright Saver, VPIRG, and VNRC have launched a campaign to change rules so households can plug in small solar systems without high fees—if the law passes, renters, condo owners, and homeowners will have a simpler, safer way to get clean energy.

Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak picked Kelli Perkins as Burlington’s new director of the Racial Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Office after a year without a permanent leader — Perkins beat more than 40 applicants and brings 20 years of experience.

Perkins will lead efforts to involve local youth of color and make services more accessible as her appointment is confirmed by City Council on Sept. 29 while interim director Christian Berry continues in the role.

Vermont Agriculture, Food and Markets Secretary Anson Tebbetts said on Thursday that the state will likely ask USDA for a disaster declaration to aid farmers hit by a severe drought—Governor Phil Scott said officials are surveying damages and urged farmers to track crop losses as they adjust to the dry summer.

Today, Burlington Square opened its south building in downtown, transforming a long-vacant lot into a mixed-use space with a hotel, apartments, and retail shops.

The new AC Hotel Burlington by Marriott charges up to $300 on weekdays and $500 on weekends while developers continue construction on the north building for more housing and a parking garage.

Neighbor Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — $55 — Catch a last-minute chance to enjoy an electrifying live performance by Neighbor.

Kevin James Live Comedy Show

5:00-6:30 p.m. — The Flynn — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious observations and physical comedy of Kevin James, known from The King of Queens.

Mipso Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — All Ages — Experience the captivating harmonies of North Carolina's Mipso in an intimate setting.

The 502s Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets from $58 — Catch The 502s live in South Burlington with a night of energetic music.

Deltron 3030 Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — $101-$126 — Experience an unforgettable night with Deltron 3030 at Higher Ground Ballroom.

7th Burlington Hardware Meetup

5-8 p.m. — Hula — Free entry — Network over drinks and delicious food while sharing your hardware innovations and insights.

Fitter Happier: A Radiohead Tribute

7:30-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages event — Experience a night of Radiohead's music performed by Jeff Beam and his friends from Portland, Maine.

Ali McGuirk Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Experience soulful performances as Ali McGuirk takes the stage with her lyrical preaching.

VermontBiz 2 Biz Expo

7 a.m. - 3 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Burlington Vermont — Cost info not specified — Connect with Vermont businesses and celebrate innovation at the VermontBiz 2 Biz Expo.

Geese Live Concert

7-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets from $134 — Experience an unforgettable night with live music at Higher Ground Ballroom featuring Geese.