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Saturday, December 7th, 2024
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Veterans Memorial Park in South Burlington will feature a festive light display from December 6th through January 5th to celebrate the holiday season. NBC5
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sam Spanierman, a UVM employee, won a Noah Kahan look-a-like contest among over 100 people, impressing attendees with his resemblance to the Grammy-nominated singer. Burlington Free Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ NFIB introduces changes in its Northeast Region leadership, with John Reynolds assuming a new role after the departures of long-serving state directors Bruce Berke and Shawn Shouldice, reflecting the organization's ongoing advocacy for small businesses in New Hampshire and Vermont. VermontBiz
- ➤ The Nitty Gritty Grain Co., led by the Kenyon family for generations, revitalizes Vermont's local grain industry with organic farming methods, challenging climate conditions, and a commitment to local sourcing. VTDigger
- ➤ Vermont's agriculture and forestry businesses are invited to apply for grants to help showcase their products at out-of-state trade shows, with the aim of expanding their market reach. VermontBiz
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Vermont schools will participate in the Battery Blitz School Mission starting Jan 20, 2025, to educate students on battery recycling and safeguard the environment. NBC5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Charles Dillard, with extensive planning experience and certifications, was unanimously appointed as Burlington's new director of City Planning, focusing on future city and neighborhood plans. Burlington Free Press
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Vermont offers a variety of festive attractions for the holiday season, including Santa's Land USA, Shelburne Museum's Winter Lights, skiing in Stowe, shopping in downtown Burlington, and Victorian Christmas at Billings Farm. Burlington Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Orion Yates wins the 2024 Vermont high school football player of the year, repeating his father's achievement and contributing significantly both on and off the field. Burlington Free Press
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NECYPAA Host Business Meetings: Planning for Future Conferences
Join the NECYPAA host meetings to discuss and plan the 34th New England Conference of Young People in Alcoholics Anonymous, set for January 2025 in Burlington.
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Comedy Night with Mekki Leeper at Vermont Comedy Club
Mekki Leeper, known for his roles in 'Jury Duty' and 'The Sex Lives of College Girls', will perform multiple stand-up shows at Vermont Comedy Club from December 12 to December 14.
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Good Clean Fun: Family-Friendly Comedy Show Featuring Mekki Leeper
Live comedy show featuring Mekki Leeper, recognized for his roles on popular TV series and Comedy Central, providing a family-friendly entertainment experience.
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Jewish Journeys Program
The Jewish Journeys event is part of a series designed for Hebrew School students, featuring educational activities at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue.
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Annual Holiday Comedy Open Mic and Gift Swap
This festive event features an open mic for standup and improv, a Yankee swap, and a toy drive, all set in a holiday-themed atmosphere.
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VT Sports Card and Collectible Show
The VT Sports Card and Collectible Show features dealers specializing in modern and vintage sports cards and collectibles from New England.
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Winter Solstice Bonfire Celebration
The Winter Solstice Celebration features a bonfire with s'mores, music, and hot cocoa, followed by performances from Jeh Kulu Dance and Drum Theater, Cirque de Fuego, and culminates in fireworks.
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Joyelle Nicole Johnson New Year's Eve Comedy Show
Celebrate the New Year with comedian Joyelle Nicole Johnson at Vermont Comedy Club, featuring special shows with desserts and a champagne toast.
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