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Thursday, November 27th, 2025
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Feeding Champlain Valley served its annual early Thanksgiving meal Wednesday for hundreds in Burlington, offering hot turkey, stuffing, and sides for people facing food insecurity and homelessness while volunteers worked quickly to keep lines moving — the meal supports the 'Holidays Without Hunger' campaign that aims to feed 10,000 neighbors by year’s end. NBC5
- ➤ The NBC5 Toys for Kids drive returns this holiday season—Vermonters can easily find over 100 toy drop-off locations across the state using an online map. Donors can use the map to locate participating businesses for toy donations. NBC5
- ➤ The Pride Center of Vermont closed last month because of financial troubles and then received an anonymous $350,000 gift from a donor-advised fund—this donation matches the funds it said were needed to slowly rebuild, pay off debts, and review its internal systems before reopening. Seven Days
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Burlington shoppers can access major Black Friday deals on winter tools such as snow blowers and heaters from retailers like Amazon and Walmart starting tomorrow—deals will run through Cyber Monday to help residents prepare for the cold season. Burlington Free Press
- ➤ Burlington shops and restaurants will offer holiday deals on Small Business Saturday as part of an effort to boost local shopping; Vermont Sen. Peter Welch recently toured Church Street Marketplace to urge residents to support local businesses + help the economy. NBC5
- ➤ Phoenix Books and Burlington online shopping platform Myti launched a buy-local campaign called Main Street Over Wall Street this week to urge Vermont shoppers to keep their money in local businesses—responding to concerns about Amazon’s effort to build a new distribution center in Essex after its proposal was rejected for environmental and economic reasons. Seven Days
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Seven Days publisher Paula Routly recognized chief proofreader Angela Simpson—known as the secret Santa behind the annual Gift Guide—for her role in curating local gift ideas from Vermont shops, craft fairs and farmers markets. Her tireless work in editing descriptions and coordinating reporter assignments has made a notable impact on supporting local small businesses. Seven Days
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Phil Scott and Education Secretary Zoie Saunders pushed back on a task force report that proposed voluntary school district mergers and regional cooperative service areas to save money and improve quality—arguing the plan fails to meet Act 73 and address high education costs. Lawmakers will debate these proposals when the report is finalized and submitted to the legislature by December 1. Seven Days
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Vermont researchers have found 352 types of bees — including nine new ones — from nearly 80,000 reports gathered over a decade. They say 60% of these bees likely need conservation help and the study will set a baseline to watch changes in bee populations as policies take effect. Burlington Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials installed stop signs on Queen City Park Road’s one-lane bridge to handle an extra 1,200 vehicles per day from a detour caused by Champlain Parkway work — replacing yield signs that neighbors said worked well. Officials will monitor traffic and may revert to yield signs if conditions improve — city engineers said. Seven Days
- ➤ Vermont State Police warned drivers to plan ahead before getting behind the wheel on the dangerous night before Thanksgiving — urging anyone who drinks to choose a rideshare or stay put instead. Officials noted extra patrols will be in place to help curb drunk driving, speeding, and distracted driving on this busy travel night. NBC5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Thousands of Vermonters lost Medicare Advantage plans and must now switch to original Medicare with optional Medigap plans before open enrollment ends on December 7. The state health insurance office said consumers should insist on their guaranteed issue rights when choosing new coverage. VTDigger
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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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Zach Zimmerman Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Vermont Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening with 2023's up-and-coming comedian and writer Zach Zimmerman.
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Mihali Concert
7-9 p.m. — Higher Ground — All ages welcome — Experience Mihali's evolving music in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Double You Concert
7:30 PM — Higher Ground — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night filled with classic tunes and heartfelt melodies.
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Light Up the Night Festivity
4-8 p.m. — Church Street Marketplace — Free entry — Celebrate the darkness with a colorful Fun Run and a sparkling Light Parade.
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Wheatus with Troy Millette and The Fire Below
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Higher Ground — $81/ea — Rock out with Wheatus and local artists for an unforgettable night of music.
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Vermont's Own Nutcracker
1:00 – 2:30 PM — The Flynn, 153 Main St, Burlington, VT — Ticket prices vary — Experience the holiday magic with Vermont Ballet Theatre's enchanting performance of the Nutcracker.
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