“Nothing to Hide: Mental Illness in the Family,” a photo-text exhibit showcasing images and stories of families affected by mental illness, recently opened at the Congregational Church of Middlebury (MiddUCC). The exhibit is on display outside of the church’s offices and its Unity Hall, where ...
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‘First Fridays’ boost downtown Middlebury businesses, keeps shops open late
By Lila Deluca | February 26, 2026On the first Friday of every month, over 20 local businesses in downtown Middlebury stay open late as a part of the Better Middlebury Partnership’s (BMP) newly reintroduced “First Fridays” initiative — an evening dedicated to drawing the community into Middlebury’s restaurants, galleries and ...
Indivisible Middlebury hosts monthly interfaith vigil
By Dylan Mcginty | February 26, 2026On Friday, Feb. 27, at 5:30 pm, Middlebury Indivisible will host a half-hour interfaith vigil at the Town Hall Theater Plaza, with the goal of fostering unity amid the diversity of religious beliefs. Middlebury Indivisible is a volunteer-led grassroots organization affiliated with the national Indivisible ...
Habitat for Humanity of Addison County opens new home
By Sage Keller | February 26, 2026Habitat for Humanity of Addison County (HfHAC) hosted an open house on Feb. 7 at 35 Gorham Lane, inviting the Middlebury community to tour the organization’s newest build and meet the family who will soon call it home. The event marked a milestone for the all-volunteer nonprofit, which has been working ...
Community panel explores children’s mental health
By Lizzy Dellit | February 19, 2026On Wednesday, Feb. 11, a crowd gathered at Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society to listen to a panel of experts on the subject of middle schoolers’ mental health during an event titled “Fostering Resilience and Hope in Our Children Today.”
Waterfront Diving Center to offer certification classes for students this spring
By Anna Doucet | February 19, 2026Initially, the snowy hills of Vermont may not seem like the place for SCUBA (Self-contained underwater breathing apparatus) diving; however, Middlebury College and the greater Vermont community have a thriving SCUBA diving community. The college’s SCUBA Diving Club has historically provided training ...
Haymaker Bun & Co. hosts fundraising Galentine’s event with Atria Collective
By Katrina Schwarz | February 19, 2026On Friday, Feb. 13, the usual daytime aroma of fresh pastry at Haymaker Bun & Co. was replaced by the neon glow of a karaoke machine and a high-energy playlist. The space, typically known for morning coffees and fantastic breakfast buns, transformed into a vibrant community hub where the clinking ...
Charter House works to offer partial relief for homeless population in Addison County
By Dylan Mcginty | January 22, 2026The Charter House Coalition operates a shelter and food kitchen for the greater Middlebury area, providing Addison County with a relief center for homelessness. Opened in June of 2006, the Coalition has grown to offer an array of services, including case management for residents and referrals to external ...
Henry Sheldon Museum hosts Community Tempestry Project
By Katrina Schwarz | January 22, 2026Having kicked off on Jan. 3 and continuing through April 2026, members of the Middlebury community will knit portions of the Henry Sheldon Museum’s Community Tempestry Project, to be displayed in the museum starting in May 2026. A tempestry is a form of knitted fiber art that visualizes and communicates ...
Vermont Book Shop hosts literary events at Town Hall Theater
By Violet Wexler | January 22, 2026The Vermont Book Shop, located on Main Street in downtown Middlebury, is hosting a series of upcoming events highlighting regional authors and literature on modern-moment issues. The independent bookstore frequently collaborates with the Town Hall Theater (THT) to host larger literary events.
Open Door Clinic offers free health care for migrant workers, underinsured Vermonters
By Anna Doucet | January 22, 2026Nestled behind the hustle and bustle of Porter Hospital in Middlebury is a small white trailer, home to the Open Door Clinic. Located at 100 Porter Drive in Middlebury, the Open Door Clinic is a free health clinic for uninsured and underinsured Vermonters. Although the clinic primarily serves Addison ...
Inside Edgewater Gallery’s evolving vision for Middlebury’s art scene
By Dylan Mcginty | January 15, 2026Edgewater Gallery, a dual-site gallery located in the heart of downtown Middlebury, is at the forefront of the town’s art scene. As visitors come from out of state to peruse the art collection, the gallery has become a draw for tourists in Addison County.
Students engage with Addison County through community service programs
By Yuvraj Shah and Agnes Wang | January 15, 2026Middlebury College students complete over 100,000 hours of community service each year in the town of Middlebury and Addison County through on- and off-campus activities.
Domino’s Pizza adds to limited late-night food options for Middlebury students
By Dylan Mcginty | January 15, 2026Domino’s Pizza opened a new location in Middlebury at 40 Court Street on Dec. 29, offering a new spot for late-night food and delivery for students and town residents. The Domino’s is open from 10:30 a.m. to 12 a.m. during weekdays, and remains open until as late as 1 a.m. on weekends. The location, ...
Local beekeeper and author Kirk Webster featured at Ilsey Public Library VT Author Series
By Lila Deluca | December 4, 2025On Nov. 13, the Ilsey Public Library — in partnership with the Vermont Book Shop — hosted Kirk Webster for one of three author series events at the library’s temporary location at 30 Main Street. The event featured Webster’s new book titled “Many Best Kept Secrets: A Wonderful and Unusual ...


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