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WELCOME
to Northwest Vermont! Nestled aside the northern shores of Lake Champlain, Franklin County has long been regarded as home to Vermont’s most picturesque vistas. There are the sparkling waters of the lake, the bucolic farmlands, and the incomparable views of Jay Peak and Mount Mansfield, just to list a few. Our environment is a key part of the reason Vermont enjoys the reputation of being the nation’s healthiest state. Our bike paths lace the countryside. Our waters are used recreationally 12 months a year. Our people are outgoing and connected to the physical environment around them and they are quick to give visitors their insights as to what there is to do, and enjoy. This is made easy since we are ideally situated between Burlington and Montreal and within a stone’s throw from the Jay Peak megaresort and Smuggler’s Notch. And visitors enjoy the endless variety of our shops, and they relish sampling locally sourced fare. In St. Albans, the county’s population center, people are astounded by the radical transformation of our downtown into a regional destination, a downtown that is now regarded as one of the most progressive in Vermont. Towns in Franklin County include: Bakersfield, Berkshire, Enosburg, Fairfax, Fairfield, Fletcher, Franklin, Georgia, Highgate, Montgomery, Richford, Sheldon, St. Albans and Swanton. Our county’s population continues to grow and has now topped 48,000, making us the fifth largest county in Vermont. This publication highlights many of the activities that distinguish our region for its unique summer, fall and winter recreational activities. Our beauty is marked by the physical attributes that define us and the character of the people who call Franklin County, Vermont their home. We trust you will enjoy your stay in Franklin County and we invite you back.
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Take A Little Time.... Take a stroll through the City of St. Albans. It won’t take long to see something you love. Visit our beautiful and affordable neighborhoods that provide that smalltown sense of charm and safety and put families within walking distance of our vibrant, historic downtown, including a brand new parking garage!
Check out the great jobs available in multiple employment sectors, right in the heart of the city. Learn about our wonderful schools that put students first and offer amazing educational opportunities to our children. Enjoy the never-ending list of activities offered all year long by the City Recreation Department and destinations close by.
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....To Visit Us Exciting developments have been changing the face of Downtown St. Albans and its surrounding neighborhoods.
View our Historical Museum and wellpreserved historic buildings and homes, offering a captivating look to the City’s proud past. Make note of our regional hospital that is always expanding the medical services offered to the community. Afterward, take a quick drive to experience more of what Vermont has to offer nearby, as well as the cosmopolitan destination of Montreal. Soon enough, you’ll realize you want to spend much more time here! For more information visit www.StAlbansVT.com or drop us a line at info@StAlbansVT.com
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ART & CULTURE
YOU’LL FIND IT HERE Drawn by the beauty and unique culture of Vermont, numerous artists, artisans, musicians and writers call Northwest Vermont home and do so in ways that truly enrich the landscape and community.
musicians. This music-lover’s dream day features funk, folk, jazz, bluegrass, blues and country acts and it’s a great opportunity to mingle with area residents as they celebrate local talent and kick up their heels.
Visitors here enjoy the work of painters and sculptors at area galleries, such as The Frame Shoppe in St. Albans, Artist in Residence Gallery in Enosburg Falls and the Red Barn Studio in Montgomery.
East Fairfield is also home of the Old Meeting House on the Green, a more than 100-year-old landmark that today features a wide range of musical events as the locals group continues to restore and preserve this historic building.
Numerous artisans have shops throughout the county, some open to visitors. Others display their work at gift shops, such as Just the Place in downtown St. Albans, while Mountain Fiber Folk in Montgomery features the work of local spinners and knitters. In Enosburgh, local artist David Stromeyer has created a unique experience at Cold Hollow Sculpture Park. This 200-acre installation of massive steel sculptures is in a beautiful natural setting crossed by mowed paths. Stromeyer’s leaps of imagination make for an inspirational outing unique to Northwest Vermont. Music lovers can find free summer concerts in parks in Highgate and St. Albans, as well as performances at area restaurants, which often feature weekend performances in a tasty range of musical styles.
Theater, too, is on offer locally. Franklin County boasts two regional theaters, the Enosburg Opera House and the Fairfax Community Theater Company. The work of local writers, including history, fiction and memoirs, is offered at bookshops such as The Eloquent Page in St. Albans. Used books and collectibles can also be found at Sherlock’s Books and Collectibles in Enosburg Falls. The Celebration of Expressive Arts brings together artists of all kinds—visual, musical and literary – on the last Sunday of the month from April to November. The events are hosted by The Inn in Montgomery.
The must-attend Jig in the Valley held in July in East Fairfield is a day long showcase for local bands and
On left: David Stromeyer creation at Cold Hollow Sculpture Park. On right: Liz Gamache, Mayor of St. Albans City dresses up for the St. Albans Raid Festivities.
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ART & CULTURE - SCHEDULE OF EVENTS ST. ALBANS CITY SUMMER CONCERTS
Concerts happen every Friday (except July 3) through Aug. 21. Performances are 5:30PM - 8PM in the Taylor Park Edric Loomis Memorial Bandstand.
The line up (exact dates for most groups were unavailable as of publication) is as follows: Beginning June 19, The Nobby Reed Project, followed by Starline Rhythm Boys, AM Music, Tyrone Shaw, InCahoots, Oleo Romeos, Dina Paquette & Mike Trombley, Dave Duprat, No Left Turn, Keeghan Nolan and a second appearance by InCahoots. There also are two Citizen Band performances scheduled for Wednesdays, June 24 and August 12.
ENOSBURG OPERA HOUSE EVENTS
Visit www.enosburgoperahouse.org for additional details.
VT Dairy Festival Scholarship Pageant June 4, 7PM The Enosburg Lions Dairy Scholarship Pageant highlights the scholastic achievements, talents and enthusiasm of high school senior girls in Franklin County.
Theater Camp June 22 - 26 A week of theater fun ending with a performance of Waking Sleeping Beauty at 7PM on June 26th.
Merrily We Roll Along July 24, 25, & 26, 7PM Told in reverse time, Merrily We Roll Along tells a tale of friendship and ambition set to the beautiful music of Stephen Sondheim. Casino Night August 22 Feeling lucky? Come try your luck at the Enosburg Opera House! Rosewharf with Caravan August 29, 7PM Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Grateful Dead’s performance in Highgate, Rosewharf will rock the Opera House with opening band, Caravan. Dinner Theater September 19, 7PM Join us for a night of theater and delicious food.
OLD MEETING HOUSE, FAIRFIELD SUMMER CONCERTS Visit www.meetinghouseonthegreen.org for current schedule. June 26 - Mary McGinniss & Friends July 24 - Rush Run Philharmonic August 28 - Woods Tea Company September 25 - Paul Asbell
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Last weekend in July, noon-dusk, rain or shine! East Fairfield Community Center 124 School St., Fairfield · (802) 827-3130
An afternoon & evening of local music & food, a flea market, kids’ activities and 50/50 raffle.
OPEN FARM AND STUDIO WEEKEND
Saturday, July 11 & Sunday, July 12 10:00 – 4PM Throughout the Islands (802) 378-4591 www.openfarmandstudio.com Visit the farms and artist studios. Watch for the red balloons! Maps will be available throughout the Islands for way finding.
OPEN STUDIO WEEKEND
Saturday, October 3 – Sunday, October 4 Various locations, Franklin County www.Vermontcrafts.com/links/open.html Local craftspeople participate in the statewide event that offers the public a behind the scenes look at local artists.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE & IRISH ENTERTAINMENT
Tuesday, March 17 Main St., St. Albans · (802) 524-1500 FREE Parade starts at Bellows Free Academy, and will end at City Hall with Irish entertainment, activities and “Green” beverages for children, Green Beer sampling (cash bar for adults.)
HOME TOWN FOLLIES
Mid-March Richford Town Hall, Richford This annual variety show features local talent has been a tradition for over 100 years.
FOOD - FARMERS’ MARKETS & SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FARMERS’ MARKETS
EVENTS
Enosburg Farmers’ Market
59th Annual Vermont Dairy Festival
Late May – late October Wednesdays: 3PM – 6PM Saturdays: 9AM – 1PM Lincoln Park, Enosburg Falls
Grand Isle Markets May 26 – September 22 Saturdays: 10PM – 2PM St. Joseph’s Church, Rte. 2, Grand Isle
Northwest Farmers’ Market Mid-May – mid-October Saturdays: 9AM – 2PM www.nwvtfarmersmarket.com Taylor Park, St. Albans City
Richford Farmers’ Market Mid-June – Early October Saturdays: 9AM – 1PM Lower Main Street, Richford
South Hero Markets May 30 – September 19 Wednesdays: 4PM – 7PM St. Rose of Lima Church, Rte. 2, South Hero
Local Fare (year-round, indoors) Sat. 10AM – 7PM (802) 524-1405 22 North Main St. · St. Albans, VT 05478
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Thursday, June 4 to Sunday, June 7 Hours vary · Enosburg Falls www.vermontdairyfestival.com FREE A four-day celebration in the Dairy Capital. Great food, carnival games and rides, and lots of entertainment.
Open Farm and Studio Weekend Saturday, July 11 & Sunday, July 12 10AM – 4PM · Throughout the Islands (802) 378-4591 www.openfarmandstudio.com Visit the farms and artist studios. Watch for the red balloons! Maps will be available throughout the Islands for way finding.
Clean Water Cookout & FNLC Annual Meeting July 23 from 6PM – 9PM Marble Mill Park, Swanton www.northernlakechamplain.org Annual Summer BBQ and Meeting for Friends of Northern Lake Champlain.
Field Days
www.franklincountyfielddays.org A country fair featuring agricultural displays, horse-pulls, tractor-pulls, arts and crafts, entertainment, food, carnival games, rides, & more.
9th Fine Wine, Beer & Food Festival Saturday, October 4, 1PM – 4PM Local, wine, beer & food, silent auction & more on St. Albans’ historic green. Ages 21+, ID required.
Franklin Fire Department Annual Pancake Breakfast Sunday, March 6, 6:30AM – Noon Franklin Central School, Franklin
Maple Open House Weekend Dates TBD Sugarhouse list: www.vermontmaple.org Visit the many sugarhouses offering demonstrations and samples of fresh Maple Syrup.
50th Vermont Maple Festival April 22, 23 and 24. 9AM – 5PM (with exceptions) St. Albans City · (802) 524-5800 www.vtmaplefestival.org FREE Three-day celebration revolving around all things maple, held in none other than the heart of the Maple Capital.
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Alburgh Dunes State Park
Memorial Day wkd. – Labor Day wkd. 10AM – official sunset · (802) 796-4170 151 Coon Point Rd., Alburgh · (802) 796-4170 Day use only, no camping or pets. Beach, picnic area and wetlands with great opportunities to view wildlife!
Burton Island State Park
Memorial Day wkd. – Labor Day wkd. Burton Island, St. Albans · (802) 524-6353 www.vtstateparks.com/htm/burton.htm Reachable only by boat - ferry available. 17 tent sites, 26 lean-to sites, 15 boat moorings, 100-slip marina, hiking trails, nature center, museum, boat rentals, store, bistro, swimming.
Grand Isle State Park May 17 - Columbus Day Weekend 36 East Shore South, Grand Isle · (802) 372-4300 www.vtstateparks.com/htm/grandisle.htm Vermont’s second-largest state campground. Pets are permitted in this park, but not allowed in cabins. Boat access, kayak & rowboat rentals.
Kill Kare State Park Memorial Day wkd. – Labor Day wkd. 2714 Hathaway Point Rd., St. Albans · (802) 524-6021 www.vtstateparks.com/htm/killcare.htm Swimming, museum, open pavilion available for rental, boat rentals. No camping.
Knight Point State Park Memorial Day wkd. – Labor Day wkd. 10AM – official sunset 44 Knight Point Rd., North Hero · (802) 372-8389 Day use only, no pets. Fishing access, expansive lawns, swimming beach, boat rentals, hiking trails. Shaded and open picnic areas include cooking grills. Pavilion available for rental.
Lake Carmi State Park May 18 – Labor Day weekend 460 Marsh Rd., Franklin · (802) 933-8383 www.vtstateparks.com/htm/carmi.htm Vermont’s largest campground with 140 tent/trailer sites, 35 lean-to sites, 2 cabins. Swimming, nature center, boat rentals.
Sand Bar State Park Memorial Day - Labor Day 10AM – 9PM or official sunset 1215 US Route 2, Milton · (802) 893-2825 www.vtstateparks.com/htm/sandbar.htm The smooth, sandy lake bottom remains shallow well out from shore, making this an ideal swimming spot for children. The uninterrupted length of sandy beach, very high quality water in this section of the lake, and well-kept facilities in an attractive setting combine to make Sand Bar the most visited day park in the state.
Woods Island State Park Memorial Day wkd. – Labor Day wkd. Woods Island, St. Albans · (802) 524-6353 www.vtstateparks.com/htm/woodsisland.htm Reachable only by boat. A “remote area” park with camping on five sites by reservation only.
TRAILS
Brownway River Trail
Find us on Facebook. This trail wanders along the Missisquoi River for 0.9 miles between Dickinson Avenue and Enosburg Falls Elementary School. FREE
Island Line Trail (802) 861-2700 www.bikeferry.org · www.traillink.com This trail unites the Burlington Bike Path, the Colchester Causeway, and the Allen Point Access Area in South Hero into a stunning 14-mile trail that travels along, and over, Lake Champlain. It runs from Burlington to South Hero but, there is a gap (the cut) in the causeway portion of the trail between Colchester and South Hero. For a fee, a ferry brings passengers across the cut allowing people to experience the entire length of the trail. A bike ride, run or walk on the 3.5 miles across Lake Champlain on the Island Line Trail is not to be missed. FREE
Lamoille Valley Rail Trail www.lvrt.org Trail construction in progress, to see completed sections including the Swanton Fit & Healthy Recreation Path visit website. FREE
Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge Open daily, dawn to dusk 29 Tabor Rd., Swanton www.fws.gov/northeast/missisquoi Habitat for migratory waterfowl, songbirds & other wildlife. Seasonal events. FREE
Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail Open daily Runs from St. Albans to Richford (26.4 miles) Walk, ski, or bicycle through farms, forests, fields, and wetlands of Franklin County. Snowmobiles are only motorized vehicles permitted on trail.
Swanton Fit & Healthy Recreation Path 1 mile gravel trail (Part of future Lamoille Valley Rail Trail). Take I-89 to Exit 21. Follow Route 78W one mile through Swanton village. Immediately after crossing the bridge, take a left on to South River Street. Park at the restored train station on your right. FREE
ON THE WATER Northern Forest Canoe Trail www.northernforestcanoetrail.org A 740 mile route linking the waterways of New York, Vermont, Québec, New Hampshire and Maine. FREE
Fishing Accesses Alburgh Dunes State Park, Alburgh Burton Island State Park, St. Albans Bay Kill Kare State Park, St. Albans Bay Knight Island State Park, North Hero Knight Point State Park, North Hero Sandbar State Park, Milton Woods Island Park, St. Albans
Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department (802) 241-3700 · www.vtfishandwildlife.com Whether you like fly-tying, trolling, casting, or ice-fishing, Northwest Vermont has plenty of species to choose from, including perch, trout, large and small-mouthed bass, pike, wall-eye and even salmon.
NATURE CENTERS Friends of Missisquoi Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center Open 8AM – 4PM M-F, 10AM – 2PM Sat. 29 Tabor Rd., Swanton, VT 05488 · (802) 868-4781
Grand Isle Fish Hatchery (Ed Weed Fish Culture Station) Open 8AM – 4PM every day 14 Bell Hill Road Grand Isle, VT 05458 · (802) 372-3171
EVENTS Bike for Lake Champlain Saturday, June 20 Sandbar State Park · $25 Registration begins at 6:45AM Beer and BBQ begins at 12PM Join us this year for an early, inexpensive, and flat ride to support clean water in Lake Champlain. Register early and SAVE $5! Get 4 friends together and come up with a creative Team Name and your registration is FREE! Benefits Friends of Northern Lake Champlain.
The Great Race & Bay Day Sunday, July 5, 10AM St. Albans Bay Park, St. Albans Town Bay Day: (802) 524-2415 Great Race: (802) 524-2444 · info@fcrccvt.com 5K run, 12-mile bike, 3-mile paddle in St. Albans Bay, & Independence Day celebration
3rd Annual Raid Half Marathon & Relay S unday, August 23, 8AM. Open to all runners & relay teams (2 person only). Run 13.1 miles on a gently rolling out and back course once used as a getaway route during the St. Albans Raid of 1864. Register online at www.active.com (keyword search:”Raid Half Marathon”) Registration closes Saturday, September 22 at 4:00PM. Information: (802) 524-2444
Run To Save The Lake Saturday, September 13, 7AM - 12PM Georgia Beach Easy 5K Run or walk along the shores of Lake Champlain during its most glorious season. Benefits Friends of Northern Lake Champlain.
5th Annual Running of the Bells Thursday, December 3 5:30PM registration, 6:30PM start 25 Kingman Street, St. Albans www.samessenger.com/runningofthebells A family-friendly, 1-mile fun run, jog or walk through downtown St. Albans. Participants wear jingle bells, holiday costumes. Benefits local charity.
St. Albans Recreation Winter Carnival Date TBD Hard’ack Outdoor Recreation Center St. Albans · www.stalbansvt.com A fun for the whole family outdoor celebration.
Great Ice in Grand Isle! Saturday & Sunday, February 6 – 8, 8AM – 5PM · City Bay, North Hero www.champlainislands.com Weekend-long event featuring kid’s fishing derby, skating, dog sled rides, races, and games. Most events are Free.
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There are eight stages of development during a person’s life.* The life cycle begins with the infant stage and progresses to toddler/early childhood, followed by the preschooler and school-aged child stages, growing into adolescents then transitioning into young adult, followed by middle-age adult and finally, the older adult stage. Each stage of development is marked by conflict for which a successful resolution will result in a favorable outcome. No matter what stage of development someone is in, it’s comforting to know that you can turn to Northwestern Counseling & Support Services (NCSS) in your time of need. NCSS provides intervention and a continuum of support to individuals experiencing emotional and behavioral problems, mental illness and developmental disabilities. * According to Erik Erikson (1902-1994), a noted Danish-German-American developmental psychologist, every person must pass through a series of eight interrelated stages over the entire life cycle.
Serving Franklin & Grand Isle Counties: Main Office 107 Fisher Pond Road St. Albans, VT 05478 (802) 524-6554
The Family Center 130 Fisher Pond Road St. Albans, VT 05478 (802) 524-6554
Alburgh Family Center 8 Industrial Park Road Alburgh, VT 05440 (802) 393-6591
Soar Learning Center 178 McGinn Drive St. Albans Bay, VT 05481 (802) 527-7514
Academy of Learning 27 Lower Newton Street St. Albans, VT 05478
we’re here for you
St. Albans House 60 Lake Street, Suite 100 St. Albans, VT 05478 Satellite Location 44 Main Street Richford, VT 05476
learn more about our services
at www.ncssinc.org
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DIRECTORY
Hero’s Welcome General Store & Marina, Bakery & Café 30
ATTRACTIONS
Jay Peak
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830 Jay Peak Rd., Jay (802) 988-2611 · www.jaypeakresort.com info@jaypeakresort.com Skiing, riding, Pumphouse Water Park, golf, ice skating, lodging & more. Pgs. 7, 18, 19, 36
Smugglers’ Notch
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4323 Rt. 108 South, Jeffersonville 800-419-4615 · www.smuggs.com America’s family resort. The best value for family fun... anywhere! Pg. 6
Snow Farm Vineyard
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190 W. Shore Rd., South Hero, VT www.SnowFarm.com · (802) 372-9463 Vermont’s first Vineyard & Grape Winery. Our location, on an island in the middle of Lake Champlain permits us to grow cooler climate vinifera grapes, Pinot Noir and Riesling, as well as the more cold hardy French Hybrids, Seyval Blanc, Vidal Blanc, Leon Millot and Baco Noir. Summer Concerts & Tasting Room. Pg. 33
St Albans Museum
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS Franklin County Industrial Development Corporation 21 2 North Main St., 4th floor, St. Albans P.O. Box 1099, St. Albans (802) 524-2194 · www.fcidc.com Creating quality jobs for quality people. Pg. 15
Franklin-Grand Isle United Way
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48 Lower Newton St., St. Albans (802) 527-7418 · www.fgiunitedway.org Our communities. Our volunteers. Our strongest assets. Pg. 32 52
www.Facebook.com/SaintAlbansVermont info@stalbansvt.com Open year-round, unique shops, excellent restaurants, recreation, arts & culture. Pg. 16, 17
DINING 84 Main
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84 North Main Street, St. Albans (802) 528-5215 · www.84mainvt.com Sports bar & Grill, comfort food, local beers, lunch or dinner. Open 11AM to 10PM everyday. Pg. 22
Burton Island Bistro
Hoss’s Dog House
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Short ferry ride from Kill Kare State Park Open Memorial Day to Labor Day - Every day, 8:30AM-4PM (802) · 524-6353 Local growers - farm to plate Store open ‘til 6PM - fishing/camping supplies; groceries; beer wine. Pg. 7, 8
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7595 Boston Post Rd, Bakersfield Vermont (802) 933-5100 Scenic 18 hole course set in the rolling hills of Vermont. Enjoy great meals at our beautiful restaurant. Call for tee times & more information. Pg. 30
Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail
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Lake Street, St. Albans · (802) 527-1373 Open 11AM Every day - Spring to fall Ice cream, burgers, dogs, dinners, side orders, beverages. Pg. 25
One Federal Restaurant
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1 Federal St., St. Albans (802) 524-0330 · www.onefederalrestaurant.com onefederalrestaurant@live.com A full service restaurant & bar with a fantastic tented banquet facility. Pg. 3
The Pine Cone Snack Bar & CreeMees
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1692 Rte. 105, East Berkshire · (802) 933-6630 Indoor & outdoor dining, burgers, fries, salads, creemees, fresh seafood on weekends. Pg. 32
EDUCATION Northwest Technical Center
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Church Street, St. Albans (802) 527-7933 · www.stamuseum.org Open June-October Rent the Museum’s Bliss Room - formal or casual gatherings. Pg. 20
St. Albans City
3537 U.S. Route 2, North Hero (802) 372.4161 · www.heroswelcome.com info@heroswelcome.com Our 21st year in a century-old general store. On City Bay in North Hero Village. Pg. 20
Bakersfield Country Club
71 South Main St., St. Albans (802) 527-6517 · nwtc.fcsuvt.org Customized job training, daytime, evening & weekend programs for adult and continuing learners. Pg. 33
HEALTH CARE Clear Choice MD - Urgent Care
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178 Swanton Rd., St. Albans (802) 528-5100 . www.ccmdcenters.com Open every day 7AM-7PM No appointment needed From allergies to accidents - Free car seat inspections. Pg. 8
Northwestern Counseling & Support Services 44 107 Fisher Pond Rd., St. Albans (802) 524-6555 · www.ncssinc.org Mental health, developmental, psychosocial & rehab services for Northwest Vermont. Pg. 26
Northwestern Medical Center
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133 Fairfield St., St. Albans · (802) 524-5911 www.NorthwesternMedicalCenter.org insights@nmcinc.org Northwestern Vermont’s vibrant, not-for-profit, primary care hospital. Pg. 5
NEWSPAPER St. Albans Messenger
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281 North Main Street, St. Albans (802) 524-9771 · www.samessenger.com Daily, evening newspaper published Monday - Friday with a weekend edition. Local news, sports and events.
OUTDOOR RECREATION Hazen’s Notch Association 86 P.O. Box 478 1423 VT-58, Montgomery Center, VT 05471 · www.hazensnotch.org Children’s summer camp, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, & nature education programs.
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Northern Forest Canoe Trail
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(802) 540-0319 · www.northernforestcanoetrail.org Summer & early fall activities on the Missisquoi River from Richford to Swanton. Pg. 25
RESORTS Jay Peak
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830 Jay Peak Rd., Jay (802) 988-2611 · www.jaypeakresort.com info@jaypeakresort.com Skiing, riding, Pumphouse Water Park, golf, ice skating, lodging & more. Pgs. 7, 18, 19, 36
Smugglers’ Notch
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(802) 524-5958 www.mvrailtrail.com · nrpcvt@nrpcvt.com 26.4 mile all-season, multi-use rec path extending from St. Albans to Richford. Pg. 7, 22
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4323 Rt. 108 South, Jeffersonville 800.419.4615 · www.smuggs.com America’s family resort. The best value for family fun... anywhere! Pg. 6
Tyler Place Family Resort
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175 Tyler Place Rd., Highgate Springs (802) 868-4000 · www.tylerplace.com tyler@tylerplace.com Providing all-inclusive family vacations on Lake Champlain for over 79 years. Pg. 2
SERVICES ACCOUNTANT KBS - Kittell, Branagan & Sargent Certified Public Accountants 69 154 No. Main St, St. Albans (802) 524-9531 kpscpa.com Audits, ax planning, business valuation, mergers & acquisitions, employee plans. Pg. 8
ADULT CARE Care Partners Adult Day Center
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34 Franklin Park West, St Albans (802) 527-0548 · info@carepartnersvt.org Non-profit day program for adults with dementia and/or physical impairments. Pg. 33
ATTORNEY Vanessa Branon Kittell, Esq., Attorney At Law 70 12 South Main St., St Albans www.vbklawvt.com · vkittell@vbklawvt.com Injury law, auto collisions, workers’ compensation, wrongful death, farm incidents. Pg. 20
AUTOMOTIVE Handy Chevrolet & Toyota
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699 Highgate Rd., St. Albans (I-89, Exit 20) (877) 291-5576 · www.handycars.com Serving Franklin County since 1952! Now all in one location. Pg. 15 >> Page 23
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· The MVRT is a recreational path on a former railroad bed · 26.4 miles long (extends from St. Albans to Richford) · Year-round use · Non-motorized uses (snowmobiles permitted) · Crushed stone surface (802) 524-5958 • www.mvrailtrail.com • E-mail: nrpcvt@nrpcvt.com
COME HOME TO COUNTRY!
Growin’ Somethin’ Good!
Candles & Accessories, Lamps & Shades, Framed Prints, Linens & Window Treatments & More Items For The Primitive Country Home
Annuals, Vegetable Plants, Perennials, Flowering trees, Shrubs, Fruit trees, hanging Baskets, Full Selection of Gardening Supplies
1904 Sheldon Rd., St Albans • 524-4141 • www.breezyacresvt.com • Open 7 days March - December • Call for off-season hours
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JAYCO Jay Flight America’s #1 Travel Trailer!
Fully stocked parts & accessories store. Over 30 years of on & off site service. www.tcsrvs.com • 802-527-1000 • Just off I-89 Exit 20 St. Albans, VT. Rt. 7 across from Walmart.
• Full Lunch & Dinner Menu
Game On! 84 Main is St. Albans’ Sports Grill specializing in comfort foods, local beer, and the ultimate sports experience!
• Full Bar • Seven Flat Screen TVs
84 North Main Street, St. Albans VT (802) 528-5215 | www.84mainvt.com
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Paquin Motors
Kinney Insurance Agency
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2 Franklin Park West, St. Albans (800) 287-2147 · www.paquins.com Your Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Lincoln, Jeep & Nissan dealer - for new and used vehicles. Pg. 35
BOATING The Boatsmith
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Rt 2 South, Alburgh (802) 796-3686 Selling & installing Floe Dock system. Sales & service. Boat engine repair, new and used boats for sale. Pg. 20
CREDIT UNION New England Federal Credit Union
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295 Tuckers Way, St. Albans (800) 400-8790 · www.nefcu.com New England Federal Credit Union (NEFCU) is a member-owned financial institution serving communities in the six counties of northwestern Vermont. Anyone who lives, works or attends school in the six counties of northwestern Vermont is eligible for membership. Pg. 30
DAIRY 53
140 Federal St., St. Albans, VT 05478 (802) 524-6581 · www.stalbanscooperative.com A member-owned dairy cooperative delivering quality milk, milk products & services. Pg. 32, 34
ENERGY 163 Acorn Lane, Colchester (802) 864-5731 · greenmountainpower.com Local, reliable, affordable, smart, and clean electricity. Pg. 12
FUNERAL HOMES Brady & Levesque Funeral Home & Commemorative Services 10 86 South Main St., St. Albans (802) 524-2928 · www.bradyandlevesque.com Caring for friends and family for four generations. Pg. 20
GRAPHIC DESIGN & PRINTING 39
281 North Main St., St. Albans (802) 524-9771 ext. 114 www.messengerprintanddesign.com Full-service, award-winning graphic design for print and web. Commercial printing on premises. Pg. 15
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE & PAINT DISPOSAL Northeast Vermont Solid Waste District 79 158 Morse Dr. Georgia, VT 05454 · (802) 524-5986 info@nwswd.org • nwswd.org. Find us on Facebook! Household hazardous waste & paint disposal by appointment only, Georgia location. Pg. 32
INSURANCE Hackett Valine & Macdonald
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6 Champlain Commons, Route 7 North St. Albans (802) 524-3858 (t) · (802) 524-0069 (f) Residential/commercial. Keys, locks, mobile service. Certified locksmith. Insured. Pg. 32
REAL ESTATE Coldwell Banker Choice Properties
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62 North Main St., St. Albans (802) 524-4400 · www.hvm.com Insurance & risk management. The difference is the people who provide it. Pg. 20
TOWING 88
50 Babbie Blvd., Swanton (802) 868-5270 · www.tdirepair.com Wholesale tire prices, collision repair, and 24-hour towing and recovery. Pg. 26
WASTE & RECYCLING GEORGIA RECYCLING CENTER 79 158 Morse Dr. (802) 524-5986 ST. ALBANS CITY 67 83 Rewes Dr. (802) 524-5986 BAKERSFIELD 84 380 Main St. (802) 524-5986 MONTGOMERY 83 86 Mountain Rd. (802) 524-5986 NORTH HERO 75 362 West Shore Rd. (802) 524-5986 info@nwswd.org · www.nwswd.org Find us on Facebook! Disposal of furniture, appliances, electronics, tires, construction debris, recycling & more. Pg. 32
SHOPPING APPAREL Lenny’s Shoe & Apparel
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295 Swanton Rd, St Albans City, VT Highgate Shopping Plaza (802) 527-0532 · www.lennyshoe.com Family owned shoe and clothing retailer with stores in Barre, Williston, St. Albans and Plattsburgh. Outfitting families, hunters, athletes and working folks for 25 years. Whether you’re looking for shoes, work boots, outerwear, clothing or rugged work wear you can’t beat our selection. Our top brands include Carhartt, Columbia, Keen, Merrell and Wolverine. Pg. 32
ARTS & CRAFTS Cowle’s Quilting Machines
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268 North Main St. #3, St. Albans (802) 524-2551 · (877) 495-3060 www.cowlesquilting.com Gammill, Statler, Stitcher, Brother, Janome products. Classes, sales & maintenance. Pg. 30 23
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112 North Main, St. Albans · (802) 524-9526 www.VermontChoiceProperties.com CBChoiceProperties@comcast.net Serving Franklin County real estate needs for over 40 years. Pg. 14
Northeast Vermont Solid Waste District
Green Mountain Power
MP&D
LOCKSMITH Green Valley Lock
TDI Repair Facility
St. Albans Cooperative Creamery, Inc.
Grand Isle Art Works
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114 Upper Welden Street, St. Albans (802) 524-2202 www.kinneyins.com · info@kinneyins.com Family run agency that offers all types of insurance including home, auto, business, and farm. Pg. 3
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259 US Route 2, Grand Isle, Vermont (802) 378-4591 · www.GrandIsleArtWorks.com Grand Isle Art Works is your island destination for high-quality handmade work by Vermont artists and artisans. Our 1797 farmhouse offers a warm and inviting space to enjoy art, crafts and classes. Stop by to shop for that special gift or just to browse. Also enjoy Zach’s Cafe at the Gallery. Where good food, fine art and friends meet up. Pg. 33
BOOKS The Eloquent Page
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70 North Main St., St. Albans (802) 527-PAGE (7243) books@TheEloquentPage.com Offering used, collectible, audio & new books since 1992. Pg. 11, 25
CONVENIENCE STORES Beverage Mart
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Lake Street, St. Albans (802) 527-7437 · beveragemartvt.com Open every day Expanded wine & micro-beer selections, new deli & growler bar also liquor, tobacco, soft drinks & bottle redemption. Pg. 25
Stone’s Shell
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9431 Rt. 36, East Fairfield · (802) 827-3778 Local convenience store, 24-hour wrecker service, AAA-approved. Pg. 30
Wetherby’s Quick Stop
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75 Main St., Richford, VT · (802) 848-3550 24 hour fuel, pizza , deli, beer, wine, liquor, groceries & hunting & fishing license. Pg. 30
FARMSTAND Hudak Farm
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599 St. Albans Rd., Swanton (802) 527-1147 · hudakfarm.com Like us on Facebook Spring bedding plants; 40 years of ecologically grown produce; Fall Harvest. Pg. 20
FURNITURE & APPLIANCES Total Home Center
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700 Highgate Road, St. Albans · (802) 524-2159 The area’s largest home furnishings showroom, 28,000 sq. ft to browse. Pg. 33
GALLERIES/FINE ARTS Artist In Residence
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321 Main St., Enosburg Falls · (802) 933-6403 artistinresidence.coop@gmail.com A cooperative art gallery in Enosburg Falls, featuring local artists. Pg. 11, 32
GAS STATION Wetherby’s Quick Stop
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75 Main St., Richford, VT (802) 848-3550 24 hour fuel, pizza, deli, beer, wine, liquor, groceries & hunting & fishing license. Pg. 30
GIFTS Breezy Acres Garden Center & Primitive Country Barn 12 1904 Sheldon Rd., St. Albans (802) 524-4141 · www.breezyacresvt.com Home décor, linens, candles, lamps, wreaths, braided rugs, cupboards & potpourri. Pg. 22 >> Page 25
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Celebrate The Missisquoi!
NORTHERN VERMONT’S
LARGEST SELECTION
June 6 – Wild & Scenic Rivers Designation Celebration Enosburg Falls, 11:30am–4:00pm. Celebrate the recent designation of the Missisquoi & Trout Rivers. Food, exhibits, presentations, paddling.
ALL NEW Growler Bar
June 20 – Canoe Trip North of the Border Highwater to Glen Sutton, QC. 9:30am–2pm. Free guided 7-mile trip about ecology and protection of the Northern Green Mountains. June 27 – Missisquoi Paddle-Pedal Race & Richford River Festival Davis Park, Richford, 8:15am–2:00pm. Fun race (6.5 mile paddle & 4.5 mile cycle), river snorkeling, children activities, BBQ.
OVER
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July 18 – Missisquoi River Family Paddle Day Swanton, 9am–1pm. Beginner paddling clinic for families; includes lunch. July 23 – Clean Water Cookout. Marble Mill Park, Swanton, 6pm-9pm. BBQ, music, and updates on lake restoration efforts.
new
August 6 – “Cold Hollow to Canada” Presentation Enosburg Falls, 7:00pm–8:00pm. Presentation by c ounty forester Nancy Patch about conservation and connectivity in our region.
expanded wine selection domestic, imports, champagnes
Missisiquoi River Basin Association
LIQUOR | BEER | WINE | TOBACCO | SOFT DRINKS | BOTTLE REDEMPTION | DELI
Richford Conservation Commission
The BEVERAGE
More info and more events at:
Lake Street, St. Albans, VT 802 527-7437
www.CelebrateTheMissisquoi.com
fast. friendly. convenient.
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Open 6am-10pm - 7 Days Visit us on the web @beveragemartvt.com
all subjects for all ages
35,000+ BOOKS
Hoss’s
Dogg House
From Our Deli
17 Unique Sandwiches in 3 sizes to choose from! Plus Salads
Lake Street, St. Albans 527-1373 OPEN: MON-SUN 11AM-10PM; GRILL CLOSES AT 9PM
SINGLE ITEMS
27 Great Value Items
Hotdogs • Burgers • Michigans Grilled Sandwiches • Phillys • Steaks Fish Filets • Clams • Shrimp
DINNERS
10 Great Selections
Shrimp • Clams • Scallops Hot Hamburgers • Chicken
Paperback, hardcover, collectible, antiquarian and audio books in all categories; over 35,000 books, including a large number of Vermont titles in stock.
SIDE ORDERS
from Hand-Cut Fries to Onion Rings to Cottage Cheese ICE CREAM
New, Used & Collectible Books
Shakes • Cones • Sundaes • Flurries
70 North Main St. • St. Albans, Vermont (802) 527-PAGE (7243) Monday-Saturday 10am-5:30pm books@TheEloquentPage.com
BEVERAGES Sodas • Milk • Waters
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West Swanton Orchards Country Gift Shop & Cider Mill 66 752 North River Street, Route 78W. West Swanton (802) 868-9100 Harvest Festival. Apples, cider, specialty foods, baked goods, Vermont gifts & more. Pg. 32
GROCERY Hero’s Welcome General Store & Marina, Bakery & Café 30 3537 U.S. Route 2, North Hero · 802.372.4161 heroswelcome.com · info@heroswelcome.com Our 21st year in a century-old general store. On City Bay in North Hero Village. Pg. 20
Main Street Grocery
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Richford’s Main Street Grocery 44 Main St, Richford · 802.848.9551 Main St Grocery & State Liquor Outlet 67 Main St., North Troy · 988-2545 mainstreetgroceryvt.com Groceries, fresh produce, full deli and meat department, beer & wine. Pg. 30
Sylvester’s Market 82 20 Main Street, Montgomery Center 802.326.4561 · sylvestersmarket.com like us on Facebook Groceries, produce, deli, soups, chili, liquor, beer, wine & party platters. Pg. 33
HARDWARE Ace Hardware, St. Albans
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109 North Main St., St. Albans 802.527.7007 · www.acehardware.com gwinters@swantonlumber.com Home goods, plumbing, hardware, outdoor living, lawn & garden, paint & more. Pg. 13
Sticks & Stuff
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44 Lower Newton St., St. Albans · 802.639.1627 2 Orchard St., Enosburg Falls · 800.639.1628 13 Gallagher Rd., Middlesex · 866.639.1629 400 Quarry Road, Newport · 855.739.1626 www.sticksandstuff.com Hardware, flooring, kitchen & bath, windows & doors, building materials, paint & more. Pg. 14
JEWELRY Silver & Gold Jewelry
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116 North Main St., St. Albans · 802.527.2811 Repair and sale of rings, necklaces, and pendants. Also sells of unusual settings. Our 20th year! Pg. 33
NURSERY/GREENHOUSE Breezy Acres Garden Center & Primitive Country Barn 12 1904 Sheldon Rd., St. Albans 802.524.4141 · www.breezyacresvt.com Annual & vegetable plant starts, perennials, fruit trees & bushes, garden supplies. Pg. 22
Hudak Farm
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599 St. Albans Rd., Swanton (802) 527-1147 · hudakfarm.com Like us on Facebook Spring bedding plants; 40 years of ecologically grown produce; Fall Harvest. Pg. 20
PHARMACY Enosburg Pharmacy
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366 Main Street, Enosburg Falls, (802) 933-9200 Toys, cards, housewares, VT souvenirs, gifts, candles, art & craft supplies. Pg. 20
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE’S TCs RV’s
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457 Swanton Rd, St Albans Town (802) 527-1000 www.tcsrvs.com Family owned & operated and home of America’s #1 Travel Trailer Jayco Jay Flight. New and used models on the lot. Always stock parts & accessories. Service onsite and off. Pg. 22
SHOES Danform Shoes
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150 Swanton Rd., St. Albans (802) 527-0916 · www.danformshoesvt.com Northern Vermont’s #1 place to shoe shop. Pg. 5
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JAY PEAK REAL ESTATE
MOVE UP THIS WINTER Where a championship golf course and Vermont’s only indoor waterpark meets year round amenities and vacation options. Our broker and agents are all Raised Jay. To that end, they’re available just about any day of the week. Just be respectful of powder days.
For more information contact:
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LOVE NATURE? You’re in the right place Anyone in search of beautiful landscapes, stress-releasing brushes with nature and fun outdoor activities will find themselves right at home in Northwest Vermont.
at the Alburgh Dunes, Grand Isle, Knight Island and Knight Point, Lake Carmi, North Hero and Woods Island state parks. Nature buffs can head over to the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge in Swanton, a 6,700-acre area of woodlands, wetlands and bogs home to migratory and nesting birds and other wildlife. It’s widely heralded as a bird-watcher’s paradise and its spacious visitor’s center offers numerous nature displays.
The area is ideally situated along Lake Champlain, dotted with rolling hills, mountains, fields, streams and wildlife. Among them all are plenty of opportunities for recreation.
Want a good bike ride, run or walk? Head over to the Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail, a meandering and well-maintained 26-mile-long path (actually designated as a Vermont State Park) running through farm fields, woods and along the banks of the Missisquoi River between St. Albans and Richford, which is situated right at the Canadian border.
A little farther north is the Goodsell Ridge Fossil Preserve, a property in Isle La Motte where the former Chazy Fossil Reef and trilobites, cephalopods and many other sea-creatures once lived in the Iapetus Ocean. The reef, still visible 480 million years later with fossils imprinted on the preserve’s rocks, has been named by scientists as the oldest biologically diverse reef in the world.
Other trails abound across the county including the Swanton Recreation Path, a one-mile gravel trail spanning the Swanton Elementary School and the Swanton Historical Museum, crossing the Missisquoi River along the way. Visitors can get up close to the river by walking the Brownway River Trail in Enosburg Falls, a 0.9 mile path off of Dickinson Avenue.
For anglers, fishing is abundant on the Trout and Missisquoi rivers, Lake Champlain and Lake Carmi. Ice fishing is especially popular in the colder months, when snowmobiles, trucks and sleds venture out onto the frozen water. Those souls brave enough to experience cold, snowy northern Vermont winters are also rewarded by opportunities for skiing, skating and sledding. Hard’ack Recreation Area in St. Albans can accommodate all three, though more adventurous skiers will want to try out the nearby Jay Peak Resort, which also boasts an indoor waterpark.
Island lovers can take the ferry from Hathaway Point to Burton Island, a small piece of summery paradise in St. Albans Bay that offers beaches, walking paths, a nature museum and a store offering snacks and more. Catch the ferry at Kamp Kill Kare, a state park with roots in local history and a historic building all its own.
Bordering Canada, Jay Peak offers two mountains, 78 trails and backcountry skiing. It’s also right down the road from Montgomery Adventures on Deep Gibou Road, where Keith and Lori Sampietro offer dog sledding, winter hiking and camping.
Burton Island and Kamp Kill Kare are just two of a number of state parks in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties. Anyone can enjoy hiking, fishing, swimming and a number of other fun activities
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creating memories
Burton Island Bistro
We speak your language.
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Open Memorial Day -Labor Day BISTRO: Open 8:30-4:00 STORE: Open 8:30-6:00 7 Days a Week •
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44 Lower Newton Street St. Albans, VT 05478 Toll Free (800) 639-1627 692 Orchard Street Enosburg Falls, VT 05450 Toll Free (800) 639-1628 13 Gallagher Road Middlesex, VT 05602 Toll Free (866) 639-1629 400 Quarry Road Newport Vt. 05855 Toll Free (855)-739-1626
More Than You Expected Kitchen & Bath Design • Floor Covering • Roofing Siding • Lawn & Garden • California Paints Plumbing • Lighting • Doors • Windows Lumber • Hardware • Tools Custom Millwork • Molding • Trim • Decking
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Enosburg Pharmacy
Discover the Past and Find Your Story...
Old Fashioned Customer Service, with Modern Conveniences! Steve Comeau, Owner/Pharmacist
Our Knowledgeable Pharmacy Staff Will Be Happy To Assist You!
Open June - October
Contact us for our new operating hours 9 Church Street, St. Albans (802) 527-7933 • www.stamuseum.org
Close to Jay Peak & Lake Carmi! • Toys • Cards • Housewares • Vermont Souvenirs • Gifts • Yankee Candles • Art & Craft Supplies • Fabric & Yarn • Scrapbook Supplies • & Much, Much More!
The Bliss Room
Overlooking Taylor Park and historic downtown
366 Main Street, Enosburg Falls, VT • 933-9200 Mon.-Fri. 8:30-6:00, Sat. 8:30-3:00
An ideal space to host special events or casual gatherings.... learn more at www.theblissroom.org
The BoaTsmiTh Rt 2 South, Alburgh, VT
802 796-3686
Come See Us For Your Dock & Boat Lift Needs
THE LARGEST FLOE DEALER IN NEW ENGLAND! WANT THE BEST? GO WITH THE FLOE DOCK & BOAT LIFT SYSTEM!
Floe Aluminum Docks, Hoists, Trailers and Boat Lift Systems! All you need is a cordless drill or a socket wrench. Simply turn the nut inside the leg to adjust lift up or down. (2000-10,000 lb. capacity)
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HERO’S WELCOME
The difference in insurance is the people who provide it!
62 North Main Street, St. Albans, VT 802-524-4400 | 800-787-9795 | www.hvm.com
General Store & Marina, Bakery & Cafe on Lake Champlain’s Historic Hero Islands. Public Dock, Bike & Kayak Rentals.
64 Church Street, Jeffersonville, VT 1-800-698-8876
North Hero, VT (802) 372-4161 HerosWelcome.com
Dignity and Caring for a Special Time for Four Generations
BRADY & LEVESQUE Funeral Home & Commemorative Services 86 South Main Street, St. Albans, Vt. 05478 phone: 802-524-2928 fax: 802-524-1997 website: www.bradyandlevesque.com email: info@bradyandlevesque.com Founders: G. Thomas Brady & Raymond J. Levesque Directors: Jeffrey S. Levesque, Allen H. Choiniere& Richard “Rick” Kalagher
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Stone’s Shell
Weekend round of golf with cart - $35 with tax
9431 Route 36, East Fairfield, VT 05448
OPEN SUN-THUR 6AM-8PM, FRI & SAT 6AM-9PM
check out the great deals and special pricing on Bridgestone, Firestone, Dayton and Nokian tires.
802-933-5100
VISIT OUR cONVENIENcE STORE!
7595 Boston Post Rd., BakeRsfield, Vt 05441
Wetherby’s Quick Stop Pizza • Hot Chicken • Subs • Beer • Wine • Sodas Groceries • Coffee • ATM • UPS • State Liquor Store 24 HOUR FUEL WHEN OUR CANOPY LIGHTS ARE ON! VT HUNTING & FISHING LICENSES!
Groceries, Produce, Meat, Deli, Beer & Wine
2 Locations ~ Close To Canadian Border & Jay Peak Richford’s Main Street Grocery 44 Main St, Richford, VT 848-9551 Mon - Sat: 8-8, Sun: 8-7
75 Main St., Richford, VT | 848-3550 Hours: Mon.-Sat. 5AM-Midnight, Sun 5 AM-11PM
Main St Grocery & State Liquor Outlet 67 Main St., North Troy, VT 988-2545 Mon - Thur: 8-8, Fri & Sat: 8-9, Sun: 8-6
Long arm services, rental available to finish your own quilt GAMMILL - STATLER - STITCHER
SALES • INSTRUCTION • MAINTENANCE • REPAIR 268 North Main Street #3, St. Albans, VT (802) 524-2551 • 1-877-495-3060 www.cowlesquilting.com 31
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PinE ConE
Don’t let your junk pile up!
Snack Bar & CreeMees
Lunch & Dinner Daily: April – Labor Day
NWSWD takes old furniture and appliances, electronics, tires, construction and demolition wastes, recycling, household trash, food scraps, and a variety of other wastes Monday-Saturday at our Georgia Recycling Center - 158 Morse Dr. in Georgia.
• Indoor & Outdoor Dining • Burgers, Sandwiches, Homemade Fries & Salads • Fresh Seafood on Weekends • CreeMees, Shakes & Sundaes
Contact us for more info: 524.5986 / info@nwswd.org / nwswd.org Like us on Facebook. Visit nwswd.org to sign up for our e-newsletter.
Car Shows
2nd Thursday of each month, May – August, weather permitting Cash prizes, no entry fee
158 Morse Drive • Georgia, VT 05454 • 524.5986 info@nwswd.org • nwswd.org
1692 Rte. 105 • East Berkshire, VT • 933-6630
Experience (since 1987) Reliability Is Key! Commercial, Residential, Automobiles Keys • Locks • Mobile Service Rick & Marsha King
(802) 524-3858 6 Champlain Commons Rt 7 North of Exit 20, St. Albans Fully Insured Certified Locksmith #ES-1706.
ST. ALBANS COOPERATIVE CREAMERY, INC.
Harvest Festival September 26 - 27, 2015
WORKING TO PROVIDE THE BEST RETURN TO DAIRY FARMERS SINCE 1919.
West Swanton Orchards
We value all our dairy farmer members and welcome other dairy farmers to join our Cooperative as we celebrate our 96th year! Call us for more information on the benefits of membership at the St. Albans Cooperative Creamery, Inc.
Country Gift Shop & Cider Mill
m u i m e r p SHOES & APPAREL Open Daily: 10am - 5pm Mother’s Day thru mid-November Route 78W, 752 North River Street West Swanton, VT • 868-9100 Just 4 miles from Swanton Village
138 Federal Street • St. Albans, VT 1-800-559-0343 (all locations) • 802-524-6581 (VT)
ADVANCING EDUCATION, INCOME AND HEALTH.
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we’ve got you covered
The area’s largest home furnishings showroom with over 28,000 sq ft to browse!
We carry a large selection of your favorite brands: • Serta • Therapedic • Electrolux • La-Z-boy • Maytag • Samsung • Southern Motion • Frigidaire • LG • General Electric • Bosch Total Home Center will not be beat by a local competitor or box store! 700 Highgate Rd, St. Albans, VT 05478 • (802) 524-2159 www.totalhomecenter.net
Sylvester’s
MARKET
Stock your cooler, stock your condo, we have what you need! Complete line of groceries •Fresh produce Full Deli with our own smoked meats & cheeses Ready to eat entrees • Soups & Chili State Liquor Outlet • VT Beer & Wine • Party platters
Just minutes from Jay Peak! www.sylvestersmarket.com | Like us on
20 Main Street, Montgomery Center, VT 802-326-4561 Monday-Saturday 7am-9pm, Sunday 8am-6pm
Our 20th Year
Silver & Gold
JEWELRY STORE
Caring for Your Mom or Dad? Specializing in jewelry sales, rings, necklaces and pendants.
Our non-profit, adult day center provides a warm, fun and safe place for adults with dementia &/or physical impairment to spend the day. For over twenty years, we’ve given families peace of mind while they are at work, on errands or just taking a much-needed break.
Jim & barb Thibault silverandgoldenenterprises@gmail.com
34 Franklin Park West, St. Albans, VT (802) 527-0548
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NORTHWEST TECHNICAL CENTER
71 South St., St. Albans, 71 Main South Main St., St. Albans,VT VT
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FOOD While the scrumptious goodness of dairy, maple and apples reign supreme, there’s something for everyone in the Northwest Vermont food scene. Here, the wealth of wholesome food suppliers who nurture the vibrant good and local offerings is well-documented.
in the nation. Every April, a local festival celebrates maple and its many delicious uses – the best of the state’s maple syrup is judged, and a Best Maple Cook is crowned, too. Next year will mark the Vermont Maple Festival’s 50th anniversary of food, entertainment, shows and fun.
Milk, cheese and ice cream are unavoidable favorites in an area that’s home to numerous farms, cow-dotted fields and Enosburg Falls, the selfproclaimed “Dairy Capital of the World.”
The annual festival aside, maple can be found year-round at local stores and farm stands, where the region’s prized maple syrup, maple sugar cakes and maple cream are sold with pride.
In addition to the annual Vermont Dairy Festival in early June, creemee (translation: a creamy twist of soft ice cream) stands are sprinkled through out the area. Almost all, if not every stand uses a mix created by the St. Albans Dairy Cooperative, and in keeping with the area’s second favorite product (maple), maple creemees are most popular.
In Grand Isle County, apple orchards abound and each fall they attract thousands of visitors who pick their own favorites, buy from stands filled to the brim with red beauties, and sample sweet cider, cider donuts and gorgeous pies. Franklin County, too, has orchards.
It should also be noted that local dairies provide the delicious and GMO-free cream used in the manufacturing of Ben & Jerry’s Premium Ice Cream – a product known and loved around the globe. St. Albans bills itself as “the Maple Capital of the World.” The community is at the heart of the largest maple-producing county
Value-added food products are growing in number and distribution locally. An event to showcase the area’s best and tastiest items, “In Good Taste,” is held each year in January at St. Albans City Hall. Cheeses, truffles, local beers and wines, homemade pies and pasta, fancy bakery confections, vegetable spreads, gourmet chocolates and specialty meats are just some of the offerings parceled out for your enjoyment.
In the warmer months many of these items can be found at farmers’ markets in St. Albans (every Saturday morning) and beyond. Local Fare, in downtown St. Albans, is a unique storefront where local producers gather in stalls year-round to market the fruits of their labor. Opened in 2014, Local Fare is just one of many examples of the region trying to support and encourage value-added product business. Where there’s food, there’s drink, and along with the rest of Vermont, Franklin County has embraced the craft-brewed, specialty beer movement. Those looking for unique brews, which are touted across the state and region, can visit the veteran-run 14th Star Brewing Company in St. Albans or the local restaurants that serve up its much-heralded beers. In addition to beer, this region serves up some stronger stuff. Anyone with a hankering for specialty, low-production and one-of-a-kind distilled spirits can visit Elm Brook Distillery in East Fairfield. Nestled in the county’s rural hills, David Howe creates maple vodka and a barrelaged maple spirit with names inspired by his French, Braque hunting dogs.
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TOO MUCH OF EVERYTHING
is just enough.
From perfectly steamed espressos and grilled steaks & seafood to locally craft-brewed ales and hand thrown pizzas we have plenty of options here to help you recharge.
OUR RESTAURANTS & BARS AROMA COFFEE SHOP • ALICE’S TABLE • THE TOWER BAR MOUNTAIN DICK’S PIZZA • THE FOUNDRY PUB & GRILLE • THE DRINK THE WARMING SHELTER SNACK BAR • THE BULLWHEEL BAR BUDDY’S MUG COFFEE SHOP • THE CLUBHOUSE GRILLE • HOWIE’S RESTAURANT
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