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Monday, October 20th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Vermont artists and collectors gathered in Essex Junction as the three-day Champlain Valley Craft Show and Antique Expo ended Sunday at the Champlain Valley Exposition. Dozens of vendors displayed handmade crafts, art, and rare antiques while local artisans said the event’s 40-year tradition sparks new ideas and connections—bringing them back each year. NBC5
- ➤ Charles Heyde was a 19th-century landscape painter who captured Vermont’s wild beauty on canvas—he painted scenes like Mount Mansfield and Lake Champlain while enduring financial hardships and a troubled marriage. His art is still celebrated today in local collections and museum retrospectives, marking a lasting legacy in Burlington. VTDigger
- ➤ Burlington filmmaker Travis Van Alstyne received the 2025 Richard O. Hathaway Award for his animated short film "Love of the Land" at the Vermont Historical Society meeting on Oct. 16 in Barre—his film tells the story of Ascutney farmer Romaine Tenney, who died by suicide in 1964 after his farm was seized by eminent domain. He spent four years creating more than 3,000 hand-drawn frames and included narration by George Woodard in the moving production. Burlington Free Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Vermont's summer tourism was mixed as state tax revenues edged up while Burlington saw fewer hotel bookings and a steep drop in Canadian visitors—due to travel boycotts and economic worries. Local officials and business owners said they plan to boost safety and fix construction issues to help bring more visitors in the fall and winter. VermontBiz
- ➤ Drew Simmons from Waitsfield says Vermont must shift how it invests in outdoor businesses as tariffs hurt profits and force staff cuts — he asks residents to treat local purchases as investments in future community strength. This call for support comes as outdoor retailers face rising costs and a tough economic climate. VTDigger
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Vermont high schools have not widely required a full personal finance course even though many states now mandate it to help students learn to manage money. The Champlain College Center for Financial Literacy has launched a free online program — the Vermont Financial Literacy Virtual Academy, available from October 1 to January 31, to support financial education for all students. VermontBiz
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Vermont League of Cities and Towns launched Vermont Town Careers, an online job portal to help fill local government positions amid an aging workforce and increased remote work. Ted Brady said the platform offers job listings, videos, and flexible work options—including part-time roles and benefits like pensions and health insurance—to attract new talent. NBC5
- ➤ Local Motion launched a weeklong test of protected bike lanes on North Avenue in the New North End starting Sunday and will collect data through Oct. 26 to see if the new setup improves safety for cyclists and pedestrians. The collected information and feedback will be shared with Public Works to decide if the lanes will become permanent next summer — community input is key for future transportation planning. NBC5
- ➤ A state report outlines highway construction projects planned for this week in Vermont—such as drainage work on I-89 in Colchester, bridge and paving repairs in Royalton and Brattleboro—that will cause lane closures, alternating traffic and speed limits, so drivers should allow extra travel time. VermontBiz
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Patty Griffin and Rickie Lee Jones Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Flynn — Ticket details pending — Experience the soulful sounds of Grammy winners Patty Griffin and Rickie Lee Jones live in Burlington.
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Deb Talan Performance
7:30-9:30 a.m. — Higher Ground — All ages — Experience Deb Talan's heartfelt journey through music exploring love and longing.
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Stef Dag Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughs with Brooklyn comedian Stef Dag, known for her viral dating show.
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The Warped Tour Band Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — All Ages — Experience live performances of your favorite Emo and pop-punk hits from iconic bands.
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Vermont Symphony Orchestra - Pastorale Symphony
7:30-9 p.m. — The Flynn — Ticket prices vary — Experience nature's influence through music with compositions inspired by the natural world.
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GA-20 with Black Joe Lewis
7:30-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — All Ages — Experience a nostalgic blend of Blues, Country, and Rock with GA-20's dynamic performance.
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Infinity Song Concert
7-9 PM — Higher Ground — All ages welcome — Experience the harmonious sounds of Soft Rock siblings from NYC.
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Buffering the Vampire Slayer Live
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Ticketed event — Enjoy a seated show with the hosts of the popular podcast as they explore Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
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Los Straitjackets Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Tickets available — Experience the unique combo sound of Los Straitjackets, blending classic influences with vibrant energy.
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The Machine
8:30-10 p.m. — Higher Ground — $20+ — Experience the unmistakable sound of Pink Floyd’s musical legacy in a tribute by The Machine.
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