

Meet Vendors From This Summer’s Burlington Farmers Market
In its 46th season, the bustling downtown market operates rain or shine with a broad menu of locally grown and crafted food and drink. Meet some of the makers.
Chef Christian Kruse Has Bought the Big Spruce in Richmond
The restaurant’s former executive chef will reopen the shuttered eatery this summer, starting with the creemee window, followed by takeout and dine-in.
Frosty Summer News: Five New and Reopened Sweet Spots
New creemee windows come to Richmond and Middlebury. A scoop shop launches in Williston, and shuttered destinations reopen in Bristol and Grand Isle.
In Memoriam: Reinhard W. Straub, 1950-2024
Rock violinist and substance abuse social worker
Obituary: Marsha Johnson Bancroft, 1938-2025
Marathon runner and triathlete was a passionate supporter of those in marginalized segments of society
Obituary: Gary P. Newton, 1958-2025
Avid outdoorsman had a deep love for dogs and cats and was known for his witty humor
Obituary: Chris (Christina) Ranz Cavin, 1954-2025
South Burlington woman helped conserve some critical natural areas for public use and spearheaded the creation of the city’s bike path
Obituary: Henry J. Gretkowski, 1936-2025
“Iron Knight” of Saint Michael’s College men’s basketball team was genuinely interested in everyone he met
Magnificent 7: Must See, Must Do, May 21-28
Explore our editor’s picks for must-do events in Vermont this week, including the word-worshipping Burlington Rotary Spelling Bee at Champlain College.
In Memoriam: Francis “Frank” X. Murray, 1944-2025
A celebration of life for Francis “Frank” X. Murray, who passed away on January 24, 2025, will be held on Friday, June 6, 2025, 4…
Obituary: Joseph Ellovich, 1929-2025
U.S. Navy veteran and small business owner believed in serving worthy endeavors
In Memoriam: Dr. Richard Rea Reed, 1938-2024
Dr. Richard Rea Reed, a devoted family man, orthodontist and cherished member of his community, passed away on December 12, 2024, at the age of…
Obituary: Fred Curran, 1944-2025
Longtime UVM administrator was known for his warmth, sociability and love of birding and gadgets
Vermont Lawmakers Send $9 Billion Budget to Gov. Scott
Legislators were optimistic Scott would sign the bill even though education reform remains unresolved this session.
Obituary: Nancy Luce Strong, 1953-2025
Devoted nurse practitioner embraced the wonders of the world with open arms and a curious heart
Aaron Starmer’s ‘Night Swimming’ — Love Letter to a Lost Art
The Waterbury author goes back in time to his ’90s youth to tell a story of teenage angst, lust and supernatural swimming pools.
South Burlington Student Shines at Neuroscience Competition
The accomplishment marks the first time since the Vermont Brain Bee was founded 16 years ago that a local student placed in the top three nationally.
From the Publisher: Ties to the Prize
Seven Days wasn’t up for a Pulitzer prize this year, but three of our current and former contributors had connections to the 2025 finalists and winners.
Free Will Astrology (5/14/25)
TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): The most successful people aren’t those who merely follow their passion but those who follow their curiosity. Honoring the guidance of…
Letters to the Editor (5/14/25)
Burlington Beware [Re “Queen City Squeeze,” May 7]: Very good article but nary a mention of the elephant in the room that will cause a…
Sparky Potter Has Made Some of Vermont’s Most Iconic Signs
From Ben & Jerry’s to Sugarbush, the Waitsfield woodworker made his mark on Vermont’s landscape. After 50 years, he’s stepping back from his business.
Ask the Rev: I’d Like More Hummingbirds to Come to My Yard
They can be elusive, but nothing beats watching those little gems buzzing around. To lure them, try a hummingbird feeder and make your own nectar at home.
Fluxus Flex: BMAC Presents Nye Ffarrabas’ First Solo Museum Show
The 92-year-old artist displays Fluxus scores, objects and ephemera in this important exhibition of irreverent work, curated by Mark Waskow.
Capital City Concerts Wraps Up Its 25th-Anniversary Season
Two star-studded performances this weekend feature some of the Montpelier chamber series’ best-loved visiting musicians and audience-favorite compositions.
Retailers and Growers Are Crowding Vermont’s Cannabis Market
Vermont’s burgeoning sector boasts 400 licensed growers and more than 100 retail outlets. Regulators are deciding next steps for the industry.
Soundbites: Saying Goodbye to Waking Windows and (Maybe) Nectar’s
Music editor Chris Farnsworth muses on death and memories as two beloved Vermont music institutions near the end.
Master of One: Jillian Lisitano’s MFA Show in Johnson
The 70-year-old artist earned her bachelor’s degree and now her master’s at the only on-campus MFA program in Vermont for interdisciplinary and studio arts.
On the Beat: Vermont Reggae Fest Returns
The storied reggae festival makes its return in August. Plus, the final Sunday Night Mass at Nectar’s and a roundup of new releases from Vermont artists.
Album Review: Paper Castles, ‘I’m Sad as Hell and I’m Not Going to Fake It Anymore’
Laid-back, clever and compulsively listenable, the new album from Paddy Reagan and co. is quintessential slacker rock.
Rural Families Feel Disempowered in the Face of Efforts to Reshape Their Schools
The situation in Worcester provides a window into how communities react when they believe decisions that will impact their way of life are being made for them.
‘Summer of 69’ Offers Amiably Silly Coming-of-Age Comedy
Brilliantly absurdist bits and clever throwaway lines coexist with scenes that play like sketch-comedy first drafts in Jillian Bell’s directorial debut.
Now Playing in Theaters: May 14-20
In addition to Hurry Up Tomorrow, here’s what is playing in Northern and Central Vermont movie theaters this week. Listings include new movies, vintage films and a directory of open theaters.
Theater Review: ‘Wharton Between the Sheets,’ Middlebury Acting Company
Middlebury Acting Company stages Anne Undeland’s stylish jaunt through the arc of a woman’s love affair with airy unconventionality.
Bar Renée Pours Natural Wine — and Fun — in Burlington’s Construction Zone
The first of three wine bars to open downtown this spring, Bar Renée is already drawing industry crowds with its serious lineup and less-than-serious approach.
Feral Gnome Bakeshop Revives Nunyuns Faves
Paul Bonelli of the shuttered Burlington bakery is again making whoopie pies, tea cakes and his version of Pop-Tarts to sell through a handful of local outlets.
Pick Thai Opens in Former Nagueños Spot in Essex Junction
It’s the first restaurant for chef-owner Chalermsak Chanachai, who serves a variety of Thai street food dishes and ones from his native northeast Thailand.
With Wilder Vermont, Tomgirl Founder Brings Back Fresh Juices
Gabrielle Kammerer has hatched a new drink and food business that delivers her colorful, plant-based juices, smoothies and salads from Burlington to Stowe.
Three Vermont Food Books Nominated for James Beard Media Awards
‘The King Arthur Baking Company Big Book of Bread,’ Rowan Jacobsen’s wild chocolate book and a biography of Vermonter Judith Jones made the cut.
Magnificent 7: Must See, Must Do, May 14-21
Explore our editor’s picks for must-do events in Vermont this week, including the “Hooked in the Mountains” rug show at Sugarbush Resort in Warren.
National Endowment for the Arts Cancels Vermont Grants
The Flynn, the Vermont Symphony Orchestra and the Governor’s Institute for the Arts have lost funding for programming, some of which has already been completed.






