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Burlington
Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Crews hung garland & decorations on Church Street Marketplace on Monday as they prepared for the annual tree lighting. The ceremony will take place next Friday, Nov 28, & NBC5 will cover the event starting at 4 p.m. NBC5
- ➤ At the Celebrate Craft Holiday Art Festival at the DoubleTree by Hilton on Williston Road from Nov. 21st to Nov. 23rd, shoppers in South Burlington can donate non-perishable food, cash, toiletries or pet food at the Champlain Islands Food Shelf to enter daily drawings for local art pieces. The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 21st and 22nd and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 23rd — community organizers say the drive will help fight food insecurity. NBC5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Weird Al Yankovic will bring his Bigger & Weirder Tour to Vermont with a show at the Champlain Valley Expo’s Midway Lawn in Essex Junction on Friday, July 24 in summer 2026—tickets go on sale on November 21 with a VIP Gold Package available and free admission for children under 12. Puddles Pity Party will open the performance as Yankovic adds more than 90 tour stops following a successful season. NBC5
- ➤ Shelburne Museum’s Winter Lights and the Vermont Institute of Natural Science’s Forest of Lights will open Friday, Nov 21 with new exhibits including an interactive Illumination Station for kids and a sparkle dome—these displays will run until early January and Jan 3 respectively. The Wild Center in Tupper Lake will open its holiday light display on Friday, Nov 28 with a wild walk and forest music curated to a specific soundtrack—tickets are available only through December. NBC5
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Snow is falling early this morning across northern New York and Vermont and many schools and businesses have announced delays or closings due to moderate to heavy snowfall with gusty winds expected for the first half of the week—snow showers are expected to taper off by Tuesday. NBC5
- ➤ Year-round cyclists in Burlington rode through nearly half a foot of snow last week and continue to use beat-up bikes—fitted with studded tires and extra lights—to safely face winter’s icy roads. Local bike groups and shops offer advice and host rides to help riders adjust as trip times and weather conditions change. VTDigger
- ➤ University of Vermont researchers found that extra nitrogen is boosting harmful blue-green algae blooms in Lake Champlain, a discovery that adds to concerns over phosphorus pollution. Officials said floods are washing more nitrogen into the lake—leading to beach closures on hot summer days. NBC5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ UVM students complained about mold, leaky bathrooms, silverfish, and falling ceiling tiles in dorms like Coolidge, Converse, and Mercy Hall, and they shared photos with Burlington City Council. The council passed a resolution to enforce city code and plan dorm tours during winter break — City Director Bill Ward said the photos could point to serious violations. NBC5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local SHIP staffers were fully booked in October when Vermonters learned most Medicare Advantage plans will exit next year. Residents must act soon to enroll in a prescription drug plan by Dec 7 and a Medigap plan by March 4 while using free help from the federal Medicare helpline (available 24/7) and Vermont’s Office of the Health Care Advocate. Vermont Public
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local high school sports fans can vote for Delta Dental tournament MVPs in both girls and boys volleyball playoffs after Essex and Middlebury teams won championships earlier this month. The poll lists six girls and three boys athletes and will close at 9 p.m. on November 24. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ Defending national champion Vermont soccer will host a second-round NCAA Tournament game at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 23 at Virtue Field — they will face the first-round winner from Hofstra or Syracuse. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ AccuWeather predicts that Vermont ski resorts will see excellent early winter conditions with cold blasts and fresh powder to build a strong snow base—though January may bring icy weather. The forecast warns that a February shift could bring extra storms, potentially extending the ski season into March. Burlington Free Press
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Disco Biscuits Performance
7-10:30 p.m. — Higher Ground — Two day pass available — Experience an electrifying evening of live music with The Disco Biscuits.
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Bakuretsu Con 2025
Friday-Sunday — Hampton Inn Colchester — $65+ — Explore the vibrant world of anime and gaming while connecting with fellow fans in a welcoming atmosphere.
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Chris Gethard Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience humor and storytelling with comedian Chris Gethard, known for his unique blend of candid charm and wit.
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Poranguí Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Higher Ground — All ages — Experience transformative musical rhythms woven from ancestral songs and indigenous beats around the world.
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Jake Minch Concert
6-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — VIP Add-On available — Experience heartfelt songs from a storyteller with a novelist's eye for detail.
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Burlington Meetup Turkey Trot
10 AM – 12 PM — Leddy Park — $5 membership fee — Join local active enthusiasts for a variety of outdoor activities and fun together.
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Cipha Sounds Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets available — Experience a night of laughter with NYC comedian Cipha Sounds as he brings his unique style to Burlington.
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The Besnard Lakes Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Higher Ground — All Ages — Experience the unique sound of the Besnard Lakes, known for their eclectic and consistent style.
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Too Many Zooz Live Performance
7:30-10 p.m. — Higher Ground — All Ages — Experience the kinetic fusion of avant-garde jazz, EDM, and punk rock with the Brass House trio Too Many Zooz.
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Pink Talking Fish Tribute Concert
7-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — All Ages — Enjoy a unique fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads, and Phish's music in one remarkable act.
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