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Monday, December 9th, 2024
Good morning, Burlington. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Village Hydroponics in Burlington uses a shipping container farm to provide free, culturally relevant vegetables to New American communities, fostering solidarity and support. Vermont Public
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Vermont offers a variety of New Year's Eve events for 2024, including live music, dance, comedy, and fireworks, to welcome 2025. Burlington Free Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The 11th Annual Manufacturing Summit, hosted by the Vermont Chamber of Commerce, brought together 130 industry leaders in Burlington to discuss resilience strategies for the manufacturing sector, featuring a B2B Matchmaking Program to enhance supply chain and technology adaptability. VermontBiz
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Vermont showcased devices in an occupational therapy program open house to facilitate independent living for older adults and people with disabilities. VTDigger
- ➤ Vermont enhances food security for community college students by eliminating a work requirement for 3SquaresVT eligibility, aligning with states like Massachusetts and Pennsylvania to better support students' basic needs. VermontBiz
- ➤ The 2024 Vermont Maple Conference, running from Dec 9-14, offers hybrid learning opportunities for maple producers and industry professionals, featuring sessions by experts and hands-on activities, with support from UVM Extension and the Vermont Maple Sugar Makers' Association. VermontBiz
- ➤ The Ford Foundation awarded a $250,000 grant to the University of Vermont's Leahy Institute for Rural Partnerships to expand its internship program and data services, enhancing economic and community development in Vermont. VermontBiz
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Vermont Housing & Conservation Board offers grants up to $50,000 for farm businesses to improve water quality through the Farm & Forest Viability Program, with applications due by January 17th. VermontBiz
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Vermont House Democratic Caucus nominated Representative Jill Krowinski to continue as Speaker and elected its leadership team, focusing on pivotal issues like education, healthcare, and housing affordability for the upcoming legislative biennium. VermontBiz
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Burlington Free Press announced its 34th annual all-state high school football offensive team, highlighting standout athletes including player of the year, Orion Yates. Burlington Free Press
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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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