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Franklin County is one of three counties in Vermont showing a strong increase in population and a visit to our environs shows why. We’re ideally situated between Burlington and Montréal and within a stone’s throw from the Jay Peak mega-resort and Smuggler’s Notch. This publication highlights many of the activities that distinguish our region for its unique summer, fall and winter recreation activities. 2013 is also the year that marks the 250th birthday of many of our cities and towns, which draws attention to our rich heritage and varied culture. A trip along our back roads evoke images of an agricultural environment that still ranks among the most productive in New England. Our beauty is marked by the shores of Lake Champlain and the ridges of the state’s Green Mountains. We have a marathon-long bike trail that bisects the county roughly north to south and we have downtowns filled with small retail establishments schooled in the art of unequaled customer service. It’s an experience that will bring you back time and time again.
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Our History (Civil War Heritage Weekend) . . 6 Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12 Our Towns Bakersfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Berkshire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Enosburgh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Fairfax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Fairfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Fletcher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Franklin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Georgia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Highgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Montgomery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Richford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Sheldon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 St. Albans City . . . . . . . . . . . 26 NMC-12-049 PT Franklin County Area Guide 6th page ad.indd3/5/12 1 St. Albans Town . . . . . . . . . . 28 Swanton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 The Islands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Things to Do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Community Organizations . 48 Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Health Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Newspaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Resorts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
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our history
St. Albans Civil War Heritage Weekend August 17 & 18, 2013 Re-enactors to make history come to life St. Albans celebrates its Civil War history with a full weekend of authentic displays and presentations during the St. Albans Civil War Heritage Weekend, August 17 and 18, 2013. An authentic Civil War encampment will again be in Taylor Park, with units portraying both the North and South. See unit maneuvers, camp-life demonstrations, small weapon and artillery firings, battle skirmishes, and cavalry demonstrations. St. Albans Historical Museum volunteers and re-enactors will be on hand to discuss the famous St. Albans Raid of October 19, 1864, as well as plans for the 150th anniversary reenactment and related events set for September 18 – 21, 2014. Learn more about the Civil War period from living-history re-enactors, both military and civilian. Enjoy shopping and dining at a variety of eateries – all in close proximity. Visit vendors all weekend and the large Northwest Farmers’ Market on the park on Saturday. The St. Albans Historical Museum, located just steps from the center of the action, will be open all weekend offering an impressive collection of historical artifacts – an interesting and educational opportunity for people of all ages. Take a walking tour of nearly 60 historical sites, including places and buildings that were integral to the Confederate soldiers’ raid on St. Albans and the robbing of its banks.
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The Champlain Valley Historical Re-enactors and the St. Albans Historical Museum are the organizers of this third annual living-history weekend. The Rotary Club of St. Albans and Peoples Trust Company are the event’s legacy sponsors. Be sure to check www.stalbansraid.com for updates and schedules regarding the August event. The web site also has much more about the northernmost action of the Civil War and the September 18 – 21, 2014 celebration that will commemorate the St. Albans Raid.
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our towns
Bakersfield
Berkshire
Chartered in 1791, Bakersfield, which is located on Routes 105 and 36, borders five Franklin County towns. Although very rural, this town is a gateway to Lamoille County and the Smugglers’ Notch region. Bakersfield is rich in its historic value, having over 100 public buildings, houses and barns listed on the state’s register of historic places. Just after the Civil war there were a multitude of dairy farms, but now only 5 remain – but the recent trend of organic and locally grown foods has shed a new light on farming in this town.
Nestled along the U.S./Canadian border, Berkshire can be found by taking a scenic drive on Route 118 north from Montgomery, from the Smuggler’s Notch area by heading north on Route 108, which runs through Bakersfield and Enosburgh, or from St. Albans on Route 105 – or via the Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail on bicycles! Berkshire certainly lends true to Franklin County’s characteristics with its rolling hills, wooded areas and farmland. Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail pgs. 10-11 Northern Forest Canoe Trail pgs. 10-11
Bakersfield Town Park Intersection of Routes 36 & 108
Berkshire Historical Society 2520 Richford Road
Bakersfield Historical Society Intersection of Routes 36 & 108 802.827.6125 H.F. Brigham Free Library 104 Main Street 802.827.4414
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Enosburgh
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Enosburgh, located near the heart of Franklin County holds plenty of surprises. Often referred to as the Dairy Capital, Enosburgh is home to the Vermont Dairy Festival. It is also where you find the Opera House of Enosburg Falls, a historic venue that features some of the best in local talent. The Mississquoi Valley Rail Trail passes through Enosburgh and right into downtown. Historic building, homes, waterfalls and bridges make Enosburgh as rich in aesthetic value as it is in community spirit and pride.
Enosburgh Historical Society 55 Railroad Street 802.933.2102 Bridge of Flowers & Light Duffy Hill Road Hopkins Bridge Hopkins Bridge Road, adjacent to Route 118
Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail pgs. 10-11 Northern Forest Canoe Trail pgs. 10-11 Lincoln Park Main Street Maple Park Maple Park Street off Church Street Enosburgh Town Forest Longley Bridge Road
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Fairfax
Fairfield
Fairfax, which is the southernmost town in Franklin County, borders both Chittenden and Lamoille Counties as well. No matter what the season, Fairfax, which is located on Route 104, with its covered bridge, Fairfax Falls, open farmland and maple groves is a pleasant town to visit – and it offers a wonderful view of Mount Mansfield. A visit to the Fairfax Historical Society will reveal the story of this town’s ability to survive the worst of financial drought as well as natural disasters – perhaps even a tornado.
Fairfield was the birthplace of the 21st President of the United States, Chester A. Arthur. A replica of the family home and the church in which his father preached has been restored and offered as a historical site, one you’ll surely want to visit. Located on Route 36, Fairfield is a small scenic town with picturesque family farms, rolling hills, and picturesque Fairfield Pond. It is also the home of one of Vermont’s year-round, online farmers’ markets. Fairfield Historical Society 25 North Road 802.827.3261
Fairfax Community Park & Recreation Path Hunt Street www.fairfaxrecreation.com
President Chester A. Arthur State Historic Site 455 Chester Arthur Road 802.828.3051 www.historicvermont.org/sites/html/ Arthur.html
Fairfax Community Theatre Company www.fctcvt.org
East Fairfield Covered Bridge Bridge Street Closed to traffic
Fairfax Historical Society 1181 Main Street 802.849.6638 www.vtgrandpa.com/fhs
Bent Northrop Memorial Library 164 Park Street 802.827.3945 www.bentnorthrop.org
Lower Covered Bridge Maple Street (One Way - enter from Main Street only) Fairfax Community Library 75 Hunt Street 802.849.2420 www.library.bfafairfax.com
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our towns
Fletcher
Franklin
Fletcher is so remote that there is only a small sector of Route 108 that cuts through its eastern edge. There are other ways to get there, but you’ve got to love those little country roads! Fletcher is certainly a quiet destination for those who love the outdoors. Metcalf Pond is a good place to relax and do a little fishing, and Fletcher is also a trail head for the Vermont Association of Snow Travelers snowmobile trail network.
Franklin is home to Lake Carmi, the state’s fourth largest natural lake; along its shorelines are a Vermont State Park, and over 200 summer camps. If you fish, Lake Carmi has plenty of species to choose from including small and large-mouthed Bass, Walleye, and Lake Trout. Located along Route 120 and Route 207, Franklin shares its northern border with Canada. Lake Carmi State Park 460 Marsh Farm Road
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Franklin Historical Society Log Cabin Museum Hanna Road Haston Library 5167 Main Street 802.285.6505 www.franklinvt.com/haston_library.htm
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our towns
Georgia
Highgate
Georgia, located along both Interstate 89 and Route 7, is a short drive from nearby Chittenden County. With magnificent Lake Champlain on its western border, and Arrowhead Mountain Lake, where the town borders Milton, Georgia is a small town with lots of exciting vacation possibilities. For the outdoors and walking enthusiasts there’s the Horseshoe Barn Road and Falls Road footpaths and Mill River Falls Natural Area that offer nature’s gifts of wildlife, plants, wildflowers and birds.
Highgate, which was chartered in 1763, borders Québec, Canada, beautiful Lake Champlain and the Missisquoi River. Boasting an agrarian lifestyle, Highgate is home to 30 large dairy farms, beef cattle farms, greenhouse operations and Vermont’s largest egg farm, with some 100,000 chickens. It is also home to the Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge, Highgate Falls, a large hydroelectric dam, an historic steel bridge on Old Route 207, and the believed to be haunted Highgate Manor. The haunting story dates back to the 1800’s, but the manor was also known as a hideaway during the time of the Underground Railroad, and also for bootleggers during Prohibition.
Lake Champlain Arrowhead Mountain Lake Horseshoe Barn Road Footpath Mill River Falls Natural Area Intersection of Mill River Road & Georgia Shore Road Georgia Municipal Recreation Facility Georgia Shore Road
Highgate Sports Arena Missisquoi River & Bay Northern Forest Canoe Trail pgs. 10-11 Lamoille Valley Rail Trail
Georgia Historical Society Ethan Allen Highway, Route 7
Highgate Historical Society 3181 Route 78 802.868.4619
Georgia Public Library 1697 Ethan Allen Highway 802.524.4643 www.georgia.lib.vt.us
Highgate Manor 464 Highgate Road Highgate Falls Bridge & Dam Route 207 Highgate Public Library 17 Mill Hill 802.868.3970 www.highgatelibrary.wordpress.com
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our towns
Montgomery
Richford
Love covered bridges? Then you’ve got to visit Montgomery, home to six historic covered bridges, and another that connects to the town of Enosburg (See map on pages 10-11). Montgomery, which was named after Revolutionary war hero General Richard Montgomery, borders both Lamoille and Orleans Counties. Located along Routes 118, 58, and 242 (Franklin County’s gateway to the Jay Peak area), this town has become a hub for artists and craftspeople, business professionals, farm owners, loggers and woodsmen, homeowners and plenty of vacationers.
Richford is a very rural town in the northeast corner of Franklin County, yet it has a rich history with the first settlers arriving in 1795. Within five years there was a dam, a bridge, gristmill, sawmill, a blacksmith and even a distillery. Because of Richford’s proximity to the Canadian border, it was destined to become a lively railroad town. What remains of that heyday is evident in the Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail, which offers year-round hiking, biking, and skiing and ultimately connects with St. Albans, some 26 miles away. The Vermont Association of Snow Travellers trail network also traverses Richford before connecting to Québec’s snowmobile trail system.
Hazen’s Notch Association 1423 Hazen’s Notch Road www.hazensnotch.org
Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail pgs. 10-11 Missisquoi River
Montgomery Historical Society Pratt Hall, Route 118 www.Montgomeryvt.us/mhs.htm
Richford Historical Society 186 South Main Street 802.933.6622
Fuller Bridge Fuller Bridge Road Comstock Bridge Comstock Bridge Road Creamery Bridge West Hill Road Longley Bridge Longley Bridge Road Hectorville Bridge Gibou Road (currently in storage) Hutchins Bridge Hutchins Bridge Road Montgomery Town Library 86 Mountain Road 802.326.3113 www.montgomeryvt.us/library.htm
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Sheldon Sheldon and its unicorporated village of Sheldon Springs once drew large numbers of people from far and wide to its clain-to-fame mineral springs. In the 1860’s the Central House in Sheldon was in fact one of several large hotels that actually offered bathing facilities to folks who wished to soak in this cure-all spring water. There were several bottling companies in the Sheldon area with brand names such as Central House, Missisquoi Spring Water and Vermont Springs, and those bottles are considered highly collectible nowadays. Sheldon is a friendly rural community, located along Routes 105, 78, and 120. Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail pgs. 10-11 Missisquoi River Sheldon Public Library 1640 Main Street 802.933.2616
Franklin County Field Days August 1 - 4, 2013
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St. Albans City
St. Albans City Hall Gymnasium 100 North Main Street St. Albans City Pool 99 Aldis Street
St. Albans, also known as the Rail City, and the Maple Capital of the World, is a city rich in history and culture. Each Spring it hosts the Vermont Maple Festival with demonstrations, samples, cooking and baking competitions, rides, games, entertainment and a giant street parade. In 1845 St. Albans was the Vermont and Canada Railroad’s major depot operations center and repair shop and in its prime, there were 200 trains passing through the city each day. St. Albans was also the sight of the northernmost Confederate advance in America’s Civil War, when visiting Taylor Park you are standing on the very ground where the famous St. Albans Raids took place in 1864 (see pages 6-7). A valley city with scenic views of Vermont’s Green Mountains on one side, and the beauty of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains on the other, St. Albans City is a progressive community and a destination well worth the visit.
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St. Albans Historical Museum Corner of Church & Bishop Streets 802.527.7933 www.stamuseum.com St. Albans Free Library 11 Maiden Lane 802.524.1507 www.stalbans.lib.vt.us
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SHOP. DINE. PLAY. DOWNTOWN SAINT ALBANS Visit us for the Maple Festival, our Saturday Farmers Market, the Fine Wine and Food Festival, Concerts in the Park and more! Plan ahead for a celebration of the 150th Anniversary of the historic ST. ALBANS RAID on September 18–21, 2014! Information on Downtown and events can be found at Facebook.com/DowntownSt.Albans and www.StAlbansVT.com/Downtown
Making Over Main Street & Open for Business A $3 million Streetscape Project is going to make our wonderful Downtown even better with new sidewalks, streetlights and more. All the while, our shops, restaurants, beautiful Taylor Park and parking facilities will welcome you. www.StAlbansVT.com/Streetscape
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St. Albans Town
Lake Champlain Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail pgs. 9-11 www.mvrailtrail.com
St. Albans Town is a vacationers dream, a friendly farming community built along the shore of Lake Champlain, offering yearround recreational fun. St. Albans Town is home to Hard’Ack, an outdoor recreation area that includes downhill and cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowboarding, sledding, athletic fields, and wilderness trails. There are also three Vermont State Parks in St. Albans Town: Woods Island, Burton Island, and Kill Kare (see page 38), offering the ultimate in camping, fishing, and boating experiences. With Interstate 89, as well as Routes 7 and 36, the town is easily accessed from the north, south, and east. Those visiting from the west do so by water. Many stop off at the St. Albans Bay dock in the 19 acre St. Albans Bay Park. The park has a large historic boathouse, picnic pavillion, playground and recreation facilities.
Photos by David Juaire
Collins Perley Sports & Fitness Center 164 Fairfax Road (Rte. 104) Aldis Hill Park & Hard’Ack Recreation Area 179 Congress Street St. Albans Bay Park 579 Lake Road (802) 527-8346 Burton Island State Park pg. 38 Woods Island State Park pg. 38 Kill Kare State Park pg. 38
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History runs deep and strong in Swanton, which has been the home of the Missisquoi Abenaki people since long before Samuel de Champlain’s arrival in 1609! Chartered in 1763, Swanton with its barges and railroad service became one of the most important industrial centers in Vermont, with timber, limestone, marble and ammunition. Swanton’s town green is also home to a pair of Royal Swans, the original birds were gifts from the Queen of England in 1961, and having these mascots has been a tradition ever since. The Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge, also located in Swanton is a 6,600acre refuge made up of a delta created by the Missisquoi River as it flows into Lake Champlain. The Railroad Depot Museum is located at the western end of the village’s one mile walking path.
Photos by David Juaire
Swanton Fit & Healthy Recreation Path Beebe Road (South River Street) to Robin Hood Drive Heritage Walking Tour Swanton Historical Society & Railroad Depot Museum 58 South River Street 802.868.3892 www.swantonhistoricalsociety.org Swanton Public Library 1 First Street 802.868.7656 www.swantonlibrary.org
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Grand Isle County Made up of four islands and a peninsula on Lake Champlain, Grand Isle County is Franklin County’s western neighbor. From north to south, the towns of the county are Alburgh, Isle La Motte, North Hero, Grand Isle, and South Hero. Summer is a booming season for the county, when second-home owners, campers, and tourists abound. Autumn brings the apple harvest to the county, which is home to three large orchards. www.champlainislands.com
Alburgh
Isle La Motte
Alburgh is a scenic lakeside community that was chartered in 1781 by Ira Allen, and is known as the gateway to Vermont from both New York and Canada. Alburgh is actually a peninsula situated between the Missisquoi Bay and the Richelieu River, which flows from Canada into Lake Champlain; it has the only road-based route that connects the states of Vermont and New York. Alburgh is home to the Alburgh Dunes State Park, one of the longest natural sand beaches on Lake Champlain.
Of the four Champlain Islands, Isle La Motte is the farthest north and most remote. It is also the landing place of Samuel de Champlain who discovered the lake that was named after him in 1609. Isle La Motte, which is seven miles long and two miles wide, is home to St. Anne’s Shrine, which draws thousands of visitors each year, and the Goodsell Ridge Preserve, the 81-acre site of the historic Fisk Quarry and the Chazy Reef.
Island Line Rail Trail Alburgh Rail Trail Park in Alburgh Industrial Park, located across from the town fire station off Rt 2
Isle La Motte Public Library Main Street, Isle La Motte 802-928-4113
Liquid Elixir Trail www.champlainbikeways.org/directions Alburgh Dunes State Park 151 Coon Point Road, Alburgh Alburgh Historical Society P.O. Box 453 Alburgh, Vermont 05440 Alburgh Public Library 16 South Main Street 802.796.6077
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Island Line Rail Trail A Legacy of Ancient Stone Trail www.champlainbikeways.org/directions
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North Hero
Grand Isle
North Hero is located along Route 2 and boasts some of the most beautiful historic buildings right on the lake. It is a vacationer’s dream with plenty of options for boating, fishing, camping, biking, and swimming. It is home to three state parks, and offers some of the most scenic views on the islands, via A Trail of Two Beaches bicycle loop that runs from North Hero State Park to the Alburgh Dunes.
Grand Isle is home to one of the oldest log structures in the United States; Capt. Jedediah Hyde, one of the first pioneer settlers on the islands, built Hyde Log Cabin in 1783. Grand Isle offers camping, fishing and water sports, and spectacular sunsets over the Adirondack Mountains of NY. At Gordon’s Landing there is a year-round ferry that traverses Lake Champlain to Cumberland Head, by Plattsburgh, NY. The Bastille Bridge has Vermont’s only drawbridge, which connects Grand Isle to North Hero.
Island Line Rail Trail A Trail of Two Beaches Knight Island State Park 1 Knight Island, North Hero 802.524.6353
Island Line Rail Trail, Island Life Trail, Stone Castles Trail www.champlainbikeways.org/directions
Knight Point State Park 44 Knight Point Road, North Hero 802.372.8389
Grand Isle State Park 36 East Shore South, Grand Isle 802.372.4300
North Hero State Park 3803 Lakeview Drive, North Hero 802.372.8727
Grand Isle Free Library 10 Hyde Road, Grand Isle 802.372.4797
North Hero Historical Society The Hookenspoon Museum 3635 Route 2, North Hero Open from July – Labor Day 802.372.5544
South Hero South Hero is an attractive tourist spot, with the beach at Sandbar State Park, marinas, apple orchards, and fruit and dairy farms. The views from the historic Sandbar Bridge on Lake Champlain are just spectacular, with the Green Mountains to the east, the Adirondacks to the west. South Hero is a popular place for boating, fishing, ice fishing, and also for windsurfing and snow kiting.
North Hero Public Library 3195 Route 2, North Hero 802.372.5458
Island Line Rail Trail Stone Castles Trail www.champlainbikeways.org/directions Sandbar State Park 1215 Route 2, Milton 802.893.2825 South Hero Community library 75 South Street, South Hero 802.372.6209
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Things to Do FARMERS’ MARKETS
MUSEUMS
Enosburg Farmers’ Market
Bakersfield Historical Museum
Late May – late October Wednesdays: 3 – 6 p.m. Saturdays: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Lincoln Park, Enosburg Falls
July – August, Sundays 2 – 4 p.m. & by appointment · 802.827.3334 FREE Intersection of Rts. 36 & 108, Bakersfield
Berkshire Historical Museum
Grand Isle Markets
Summers by appointment · 802.848.3459 2520 Richford Road, Berkshire FREE
May 26 – September 22 Saturdays: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. St. Joseph’s Church, Rte. 2, Grand Isle
Enosburgh Historical Museum & Caboose
Northwest Farmers’ Market
June – October, Saturday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. & by appointment · 802.933.2102 55 Railroad Street, Enosburg Falls FREE
Mid-May – mid-October Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. www.nwvtfarmersmarket.com Taylor Park, St. Albans City
Fairfax Historical Museum
July – August, Sunday: 2 – 4 p.m. & by appointment · 802.849.6638 FREE 1181 Main St., Fairfax · vtgrandpa.com/fhs
Richford Farmers’ Market Mid-June – Early October Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Lower Main Street, Richford
Fairfield Historical Museum
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Wednesday: noon – 7 p.m. 25 North Road, Fairfield · 802.309.5076
South Hero Markets
May 30 – September 19 Wednesdays: 4 – 7 p.m. St. Rose of Lima Church, Rte. 2, South Hero
Franklin Log Cabin Museum
By appointment Hanna Road, Franklin · 802.285.6472 FREE
HISTORICAL SITES
Georgia Historical Museum
Capt. Jedediah Hyde Log Cabin
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 2 – 4 p.m. Route 7, Georgia · 802.527.9704 FREE
July 4 – mid October Saturdays & Sundays: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. 228 US Route 2, Grand Isle Admission: $2, children FREE One of the oldest log structures in the United States, built in 1783.
Highgate Historical Society
May – October 1st & 3rd Sunday: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. & by appointment · 802.868.4619 3181 Route 78, Highgate Center FREE
President Chester A. Arthur Birthplace
Montgomery Historical Museum
By appointment Pratt Hall, Route 118, Montgomery Village www.Montgomeryvt.us/mhs.htm FREE
Late May – mid-October Wednesday – Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. 455 Chester Arthur Road, Fairfield 802.828.3051 · Admission: by donation
Richford Historical Museum July – September 1st & 3rd Saturday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. & by appointment · 802.933.6622 Lower Main Street, Richford FREE
Samuel de Champlain Monument St. Anne’s Road, Isle LaMotte FREE Across from St. Anne’s Shrine.
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Soldiers & Citizens Civil War Museum
Kill Kare State Park
Memorial Day wkd. – Labor Day wkd. 2714 Hathaway Point Road, St. Albans 802.524.6021 www.vtstateparks.com/htm/killcare.htm Swimming, open pavilion available for rental, boat rentals. No camping.
Memorial Day – Columbus Day 10 – 5 daily; Wed. & Sun. by chance Alburgh Village, 802.796.3665 FREE
St. Albans Historical Museum Mid-May – Mid-October Tuesday – Friday: 1 – 4 p.m., Saturday: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. & by appointment · 802.527.7933 9 Church Street, St. Albans City www.stamuseum.com $ 5/adults, $2/age 6-14
Knight Point State Park
Memorial Day wkd. – Labor Day wkd. 10 am – 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.
Swanton Historical Society and Railroad Depot Museum
Summer hours: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Winter hours: by appointment 58 South River St., Swanton · 802.868.3892 www.swantonhistoricalsociety.org
Lake Carmi State Park
May 18 – Labor Day weekend 460 Marsh Road, 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.
VERMONT STATE PARKS Alburg Dunes State Park
Sand Bar State Park
Memorial Day wkd. – Labor Day wkd. 10 am – official sunset 151 Coon Point Road, Alburgh 802.796.4170 Day use only, no camping or pets. Beach, picnic area and wetlands with great opportunites to view wildlife!
Memorial Day - Labor Day 10 – 9 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.
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, food service, swimming.
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.
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.
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Things to Do (continued) TRAILS
ON THE WATER
Island Line Trail
Northern Forest Canoe Trail
www.traillink.com · www.localmotion.org 802.861.2700 FREE A 14-mile bicycle path from Burlington to Colchester with a seasonal bicycle ferry that crosses over into the Lake Champlain Islands to connect with several scenic loop trails (Alburgh Rail Trail, Liquid Elixir Trail, Legacy of Ancient Stone Trail, A Trail of Two Beaches, Island Life Trail, and Stone Castles Trail) running all the way to Alburgh.
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 several great spots to try along its freshwater streams, rivers and on Lake Champlain. There are plenty of species to choose from, including perch, trout, large and small-mouthed bass, pike, walleye and even salmon.
Lamoille Valley Rail Trail
www.lvrt.org FREE Trail construction in progress, to see completed sections including the Swanton Fit & Healthy Recreation Path visit website.
Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge
Open daily, dawn to dusk 29 Tabor Road, Swanton FREE www.fws.gov/northeast/missisquoi Habitat for migratory waterfowl, songbirds & other wildlife. Seasonal events.
Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail
Open daily FREE See maps on pages 9-12 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.
Grand Isle, VT – Plattsburgh, NY
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Swanton Fit & Healthy Recreation Path
Runs mid-June thru September 29
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
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events
Calendar of Events APRIL 2013
MAY 2013
Live Music Dance Night
Heliand Consort
Friday, April 19 Enosburg Opera House, Enosburg Falls 802.933.6171 · www.enosburgoperahouse.org
Wednesday, May 8, 7:30 p.m. St. Paul’s Methodist Church, St. Albans Admission by donation Presented by St. Albans Society for Performing Arts
Arthur DeQuasie Performs Works by Chopin
Chainsaw Carving
Saturday, April 20, 7:00 p.m. St. Paul’s Methodist Church, St. Albans $ 10 · Students & seniors $8 Presented by St. Albans Society for Performing Arts.
Saturday, May 25, 1 p.m. Lake Carmi State Park, Franklin www.vtstateparks.com/htm/events.htm Watch Mark LeClair turn logs into animals.
40th Annual Peoples’ Prom
47th Annual Vermont Maple Festival
Saturday, May 25, 9 p.m. Montgomery Town Hall, Montgomery Annual dance with live music.
Friday, April 26 – Sunday, April 28 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (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.
Open Studio Weekend
Saturday, May 25 & Sunday, May 26 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.
Sap Run
Sunday, April 28, 9 a.m. Teen Center, Swanton 8.5 mile road race from Swanton to St. Albans, VT. Join this annual rite of spring in St. Albans during the Maple Festival!
Vermont Thunder – Motorcycle Ride to Remember Vietnam Veterans Sunday, May 26, 11 a.m. State Office Building parking lot Houghton Street, St. Albans Bob 802.373.5817 or Nick 802.674.5180 Motorcyclists will ride to Richmond to meet group riding from Sharon, VT. Sunday, May 26, 3 p.m. Lincoln Park, Enosburg Falls End point of 90-mile ride with hundreds of motorcycles, ceremony in park to follow.
Maple Festival Talent Show
Friday, April 26, 5 p.m. BFA Performing Arts Center, St. Albans
Maple Festival Fiddler’s Contest Saturday, April 27 Bellows Free Academy, St. Albans
Highbrow to Hoedown
57th Annual Vermont Dairy Festival
Saturday, April 27, 7 p.m. Enosburg Opera House, Enosburg Falls 802.933.2498 · $10 Featuring musical entertainment by a variety of local, and regional talent. Benefits local organizations.
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Thursday, May 30 – Sunday, June 2 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.
‘The Meeting House’ on The Green Open House
JUNE 2013 Vermont Days
Saturday, June 22 The Old Congregational Church on the Green, Fairfield · 802.827.3130 See the 1876 church restoration project by the Fairfield Community Center. Includes tour of building in original state, music and refreshments. Donations accepted.
Saturday, June 8 – Sunday, June 9 All Vermont State Parks & Historic Sites, Franklin County & statewide. Free entry, license-free fishing on Saturday.
Bike for the Lake
Saturday, June 22 Sandbar State Park · $25 Beautiful Century Ride around Lake Champlain - choose 100, 70, 50 or 25 mile loop! Benefits Friends of Northern Lake Champlain.
ONGOING EVENTS Artist in Residence Cooperative Art Gallery Monthly Reception
Summer Sounds Concert
Sundays, July 8, 15 & 22, August 5, 12 & 19, 7 p.m. Highgate Municipal Park, Highgate www.allarts.org/events/s-sounds-2011.htm
May – October, First Thursday of each month: 5 – 8 p.m.; November – April, First Sunday of each month, 1 – 4 p.m. 321 Main Street, Enosburg Falls 802.933.6403 FREE Monthly reception for featured artists. Artist presentations & hors d’oeuvres.
Music at Knight’s Point State Park
Tuesdays, July 16, 23 & 30, 6 – 8:30 p.m. Knight Point State Park, Rte. 2, North Hero 802.372.8400 · Adults $5, children 12 and under FREE Bring chairs or blankets, picnics or buy food and beverages at the park.
Concerts at Snow Farm Winery June 13 – Labor Day, 6 p.m. Snow Farm Winery, South Hero FREE Summer concerts by local bands; bring you own chairs.
Community Luncheon
Weekly at noon Fairfield Community Center, Fairfield 802.827.3130 · $6 suggested donation, $4 for folks over 60. Enjoy great food in great company.
Enosburg Town Band
Mid June – August, Tuesdays 7:30 p.m. Lincoln Park, Enosburg Falls FREE Live music from the park bandstand, fresh popcorn. Enosburg Falls High School is the rain site.
Full Moon Hikes
April 25, May 25, June 23, July 22, August 21, September 19, October 19, November 17 & December 17 after sunset Hard’ack Recreation Center, St. Albans Moderate 1.5 mile walk through the wooded lower trails at Hard’ack. Fire and marshmallow roast will await your return at the warming shack at the base of the hill.
Concert by the Common
Saturdays, July 7, August 11 & September 15, 8:00 p.m. Pratt Hall, Montgomery
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Calendar of Events (continued) Kingman Street Antique & Classic Car Show
JULY 2013
Saturday, July 20, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Kingman Street, St. Albans City 802.524.7671 · falcon65futura@gmail.com A showcase of antique & classic cars in the heart of St. Albans.
Fireworks Extravaganza
Wednesday, July 3 at Dusk Knight Point State Park, North Hero 802.372.8400 FREE Celebrate Independence Day with food, fun, family and fireworks. Donations accepted at the gate.
Summer Musical
Saturday, July 27 & Sunday, July 28 Enosburg Opera House, Enosburg 802.933.6171 · www.enosburgoperahouse.org
Parade and Chicken Barbecue
Thursday, July 4, 12 p.m. Montgomery Recreation Center, Montgomery Street parade followed by plenty of good food, children’s games and musical entertainment.
21st Annual Jig in the Valley
Last weekend in July, noon-dusk, rain or shine! East Fairfield Community Center 124 School Street, Fairfield · 802.827.3130 An afternoon & evening of local music & food, a flea market, kids’ activities and 50/50 raffle.
The Great Race & Bay Day
Sunday, July 7, 10 a.m. 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, and Independence Day celebration.
AUGUST 2013 Island Arts Craft Show
Music at Knight’s Point State Park
Friday, August 2 – Sunday, August 4 Shore Acres Barn, Route 2, North Hero Presented by local artists and crafters.
Tuesday, July 9, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Knight’s Point State Park, North Hero $ 5 adults, children 12 and under FREE
38th Annual Franklin County Field Days
Car Show
Thursday, August 1 – Sunday, August 4 Airport Road, Highgate www.franklincountyfielddays.org A country fair featuring agricultural displays, horse-pulls, tractor-pulls, arts and crafts, entertainment, food, carnival games, rides, & more.
Saturday, July 13, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Knight’s Point State Park, North Hero $ 5 adults, children 12 and under FREE
Open Farm and Studio Weekend Saturday, July 13 & Sunday, July 14 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. · Champlain Islands, VT www.openfarmandstudio.com Visit the farms and artist studios. Watch for the red balloons! Maps will be available throughout the Islands for way finding.
Raw Milk Theater
Sunday, August 4, 7 p.m. Flack Family Farm · 3971 Pumpkin Village Road, Enosburg 802.933.7752 FREE www.flackfamilyfarm.com/theater.html Variety show in an agrarian setting. Bring a chair.
Silent Auction and Wine and Cheese Reception
Duct Tape Derby
Saturday, August 10, Time TBA Village of North Hero · 802.372.8400 Annual cardboard and duct tape boat race – a must see event!
Friday, July 26, 6 – 9 p.m. Montgomery Center · 802.326.3113 Suggested donation $12/person or $20/couple Annual event to benefit the Montgomery Town Library. 42
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Enosburg Harvest Festival
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Saturday, September 21, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Lincoln Park, Main Street, Enosburg Antiques, arts and crafts, horse-drawn wagon rides, entertainment, and lots of great food.
Islands Auction
Friday, August 16, 7 p.m. North Hero Community Hall, North Hero 372-8400 FREE
Vermont Symphony Orchestra: Made in Vermont Music Festival Tour
St. Albans Civil War Heritage Weekend
Sunday, September 29, 3 p.m. BFA Performing Arts Center, St. Albans · $24 Vermont’s own world-class symphony – this is a not-to-miss cultural event.
Saturday, August 17 – Sunday, August 18 Taylor Park, St. Albans www.stalbansraid.com Full Civil War encampment in the park, unit maneuvers, camp-life & firing demonstrations, artillery drills, battle skirmishes, more (see pgs 6-7).
OCTOBER 7th Fine Wine, Beer & Food Festival
Vermont Shakespeare Company Saturday, August 17, 6 p.m. Knight Point State Park, North Hero, VT www.vermontshakespeare.org A Winter’s tale produced by the Vermont Shakespeare Company.
Saturday, October 5, 1 – 4 p.m. St. Albans Local, wine, beer & food, silent auction & more on St. Albans’ historic green. Ages 21+, ID required.
Harvest Festival
Open Studio Weekend
Saturday, August 24, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Montgomery · An annual celebration of the season organized by the Covered Bridge Garden Club.
Saturday, October 5 – Sunday, October 6 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.
SEPTEMBER 2013 Run To Save The Lake
Island Harvest Trail
Saturday, September 8 Georgia Beach Easy 5K Run or walk along the shores of Lake Champlain during its most glorious season. Benefits Friends of Northern Lake Champlain.
Early October – date TBA Champlain Islands, VT · 802.372.8400 Visit orchards, the Farmers’ Market, craft stores and studios for the best of what the Islands have to offer!
Arts for the Parks Auction & Dinner
St. Albans Pumpkin Lighting
Late October – date TBA City Hall, St. Albans City Trick-or-Treating down Main Street at participating merchants from 1 – 3 p.m. City Hall: Pumpkin carving contest, face painting, balloons, refreshments, music, games and more!
Saturday, September 21, viewing: 5 p.m., dinner: 6 p.m. · Montgomery $ 18 per person includes dessert Enjoy a full-course meal and bid on local artwork, benefits the Montgomery Recreation Dept. BYOB if desired.
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Blue Jean Ball
Franklin Fire Department Annual Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, October 26 American Legion, St. Albans 802.393.6717 · 802.524.7531 · $45/person includes dinner, charitable donation to Franklin County Home Health Agency · Blue Jean Ball Goes Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness. Dinner, silent & live auctions, dance, live DJ & more.
Sunday, March 9, 6:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Franklin Central School, Franklin
St. Albans Rotary Home Show
Friday, March 14 – Sunday, March 16 Collins Perley Sports Complex, Fairfax Road, St. Albans Vermont’s largest home & recreation expo, featuring Vermont business exhibitions, demonstrations, and food & spirits.
DECEMBER 3rd Annual Running of the Bells
St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Irish Entertainment
Thursday, December 5 5:30 p.m. registration, 6:30 p.m. 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.
Monday, March 17, 4:30 p.m. 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.)
5th Annual Festival of Trees
Home Town Follies
December 7 – 14 Downtown St. Albans City www.festivaloftreesvt.com Some events are free, some have admission charges. Christmas parade, Santa’s workshop, festival gala, and much more.
Mid-March Richford Town Hall, Richford This annual variety show features local talent has been a tradition for over 100 years.
Maple Open House Weekend
Saturday, March 22 – Sunday, March 23 Sugarhouse list: www.vermontmaple.org Visit the many sugarhouses offering demonstrations and samples of fresh Maple Syrup.
FEBRUARY 2014 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.
Jay Peak Mountain Mardi Gras
Friday, February 7 – Sunday, February 9 Jay Peak Resort, Jay www.jaypeakvermont.org
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Mmmmmmm is for Maple! • Maple Breakfasts in March • Organic Maple Syrup • Maple Products
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Harvest Festival
HULL INSURANCE AGENCY Auto - Home - Farm - Business - Life
September 21 - 22, 2013
37 Pearl Street · Enosburg Falls, VT 802-933-4359 sandy@hullinsure.com shawna@hullinsure.com
West Swanton Orchards
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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
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ATTRACTIONS Franklin County Field Days
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August 2 – 5, 2012 Exit 21 off I-89, Airport Rd., Highgate www.franklincountyfielddays.org Family fun for everyone. Live music, tractor pulls, rides, food, more. Pg. 25
Jay Peak
Jay Focus Group
1036 VT RT 242, Jay · 802.343.5687 jayfocusgp@gmail.com · www.jayvt.com A 501(c)3 Non-profit promoting health, wellness, fun & environmental stewardship in the community. Pg. 49
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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. 30, 31, 60
Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail
St. Albans City
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DINING Amato’s
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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. 15
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS Enosburg Business Association
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P.O. Box 662, Enosburg Falls 802.752.1208 · www.ebavt.com enosburgbusinessassociation@yahoo.com Promoting the success of Enosburg businesses & the community. Pg. 49
Franklin County Industrial Development Corporation
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14 Province St., Richford 800.331.3694 · www.thecrossingvt.com thecrossingvt@hotmail.com Fine dining & pub, lunch & dinner, banquet facility. Affordable lodging & suites. Pg. 19
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The Crossing
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. 49
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Maplefields North St. Albans Rt. 7, St. Albans (I-89, Exit 20) 802.524.3068 Maplefields St. Albans 555 Fairfax Rd., St. Albans (I-89, Exit 19) 802.524.2662 Maplefields at Georgia 1207 Ethan Allen Hwy., Georgia (I-89, Exit 18) 802.524.7741 Maplefields at Enosburg 518 Pearl St., Enosburg Falls 802.933.2003 Maplefields at Colchester 414 Roosevelt Hwy., Colchester (I-89, Exit 16) 802.654.8627 Maplefields at the University 811 Williston Rd., South Burlington 802.652.9065 Since 1902. It’s real Italian. Pizza, pasta, sandwiches. Pg. 29
4323 Rt. 108 South, Jeffersonville 800.419.4615 · www.smuggs.com America’s family resort. The best value for family fun... anywhere! Pg. 13
Tyler Place Family Resort
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www.facebook.com/SaintAlbansVermont info@stalbansvt.com Open year-round, unique shops, excellent restaurants, recreation, arts & culture. Pg. 27
(802) 524-5958 www.mvrailtrail.com · nrpcvt@nrpcvt.com 26.4 mile all-season recreational path extending from St. Albans to Richford. Pg. 39
Smugglers’ Notch
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48 Lower Newton St., St. Albans 802.527.7418 · www.fgiunitedway.org Our communities. Our volunteers. Our strongest assets. Pg. 15
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Vendors, Hike/Bike/Walk Race, Music, Parade, Cow Plop 50/50, Tag Sale, Horseshoe Tourn., Kids’ Activities, Silent Auction & more. Same day as Jay Peak’s Augustwest Music Festival.
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
Bring this ad to Summer Fest Tag Sale tent for chance to win prize.
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Enosburg Harvest Festival
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Sat., Sept. 21, 2013 9am - 3pm
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DINING (continued) Jeff’s Restaurant
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65 North Main St., St. Albans 802.524.6135 www.jeffsmainseafoodrestaurant.com Seafood, steak, pasta & chicken. Serving lunch & dinner, event catering. Pg. 19
Mi Casita
Northwestern Walk-In Clinic
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BED & BREAKFASTS
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. 33
Back Inn Time Bed & Breakfast
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1692 Rte. 105, East Berkshire · 933.6630 Indoor & outdoor dining, burgers, fries, salads, creemees, fresh seafood on weekends. Pg. 15
Thai House Restaurant
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Econo Lodge
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287 South Main Street, St. Albans 802.524.5956 · www.choicehotels.com New England live, work, travel, relax, our lodge awaits you. Pg. 39
EDUCATION 52
Hampton Inn - Burlington
71 South Main St., St. Albans 802.527.6517 · www.nwtconline.org msavoy@fcsuvt.org Customized job training, daytime, evening & weekend programs for adult learners. Pg. 55
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42 Lower Mountain Drive, Colchester 802.655.6177 www.burlington.hamptoninn.com Only half an hour from Franklin County and easy access to Burlington. Pg. 45
HEALTH CARE
NEWSPAPER
Northwestern Counseling & Support Services 53
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. Pg. 4
107 Fisher Pond Rd., St. Albans 802.524.6555 · www.ncssinc.org Mental health, developmental, psychosocial & rehab services for Northwest Vermont. Pg. 17 = Map Markers, see maps pgs. 9-12
The Crossing
14 Province St., Richford 800.331.3694 · www.thecrossingvt.com thecrossingvt@hotmail.com Affordable lodging & suites. Fine dining & pub, lunch & dinner, banquet facility. Pg. 19
333 Swanton Rd., Highgate Commons Shopping Center, St. Albans 802.524.0999 (p) · 802.524.0998 (f) www.thaihousevt.com Authentic Thai food. All fresh ingredients. Dine in or take out. Pg. 29
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66 Fairfield St., St. Albans 802.527.5116 · www.backinntime.us St. Albans City’s only B&B, adjacent to Taylor Park, dining, shopping. Pg. 8
INNS & HOTELS
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Northwest Technical Center
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LODGING
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The Pine Cone Snack Bar & CreeMees
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927 Ethan Allen Hwy., Georgia 802.524.8911 www.NorthwesternWalkinClinic.org Treating minor non-emergent medical needs. Pg. 15
84 North Main St., St. Albans 802.528.5215 · www.micasitavt.com Authentic Mexican food. No passport needed. Menu mainly from Sinaloa, Mexico. Pg. 8
One Federal Restaurant
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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
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REAL ESTATE Coldwell Banker Choice Properties
Community National Bank
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. 53
New England Federal Credit Union
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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. 30, 31, 60
Smugglers’ Notch
Union Bank
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Peoples Trust Company
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COMMUNICATION
Fairpoint
866.984.2001 · www.fairpoint.com Exceptional internet, phone & television services, fully reliable & reasonably priced. Pg. 59
SERVICES AUTOMOTIVE
DAIRY
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St. Albans Cooperative Creamery, Inc.
699 Highgate Rd., St. Albans (I-89, Exit 20) 877.291.5576 · www.handycars.com Serving Franklin County since 1952! Soon all in one location. Pg. 55
Handy GMC
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ENERGY
Green Mountain Power
163 Acorn Lane, Colchester 802.864.5731 · greenmountainpower.com Local, reliable, affordable, smart, and clean electricity. Pg. 43
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2 Franklin Park West, St. Albans 800.287.2147 · www.paquins.com Your Chrysler, Ford & Nissan dealer for new and used cars and trucks. Pg. 51
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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. 19
405 Swanton Rd., St. Albans 888.466.0684 · www.handygmc.com Your Buick, GMC & Cadillac dealer for new & used cars. Pg. 29
Paquin Motors
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St. Albans, Swanton, Georgia, Enosburg Falls, Essex 800.479.2196 · www.ptcvt.com Your community bank since 1886. Access anywhere, anytime. Member FDIC. Pg. 55
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. 23
Handy Chevrolet & Toyota
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15 Mapleville Depot, St. Albans 802.524.9000 · www.UnionBankVT.com info@unionbankvt.com Supporting local success and local growth throughout northern Vermont and northwestern New Hampshire since 1891. Pg. 29
4323 Rt. 108 South, Jeffersonville 800.419.4615 · www.smuggs.com America’s family resort. The best value for family fun... anywhere! Pg. 13
Tyler Place Family Resort
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172 South Main Street, St. Albans 800.400.8790 · www.nefcu.com Local, affordable, and on your side. Memberowned institution serving northwestern Vermont. Pg. 45
RESORTS Jay Peak
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49 Sampsonville Rd., Enosburg Falls 802.933.8500 enosburg@communitynationalbank.com Community National Bank proudly serving Vermont communities since 1851. Pg. 15
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For information on all of GMTA’s routes and special services, please call 527-2181 or toll free at 866-864-0211. For TTY service call 711.
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SERVICES continued
Green Mountain Transit Agency (GMTA)
FUNERAL HOMES
Brady & Levesque Funeral Home & Commemorative Services 7
86 South Main St., St. Albans 802.524.2928 · www.bradyandlevesque.com Caring for friends and family for four generations. Pg. 49
Lake Champlain Ferries
802.864.9804 · www.ferries.com Passenger & vehicle transport to New York from Burlington, Grand Isle and Charlotte, VT.
GRAPHIC DESIGN & PRINTING
Messenger Print & Design
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281 North Main St., St. Albans 802.524.9771 ext. 114 www.messengerdesignvt.com Full-service, award-winning graphic design for print and web. Commercial printing on premises. Pg. 4
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SHOPPING APPLIANCES
Thibault Appliances
INSURANCE
Hackett Valine & Macdonald
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ARTS & CRAFTS
LOCKSMITH
Cowle’s Quilting Machines
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BOATS
MASSAGE & SPA
Boat Headquarters
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PHOTOGRAPHY
BOOKS
Vermont Life Photography by David Juaire 43
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. 55
95 South Main St., St. Albans 802.752.1706 david.juaire@lmsre.com For your photography needs, call David Juaire.
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183 N. River Street, Swanton 802.868.4444 · www.boatheadquarter.com boatheadquarters@myfairpoint.net Pontoons, bass boats, fishing boats, runabouts, sales and service. “Worth the Drive.” Pg. 3
75 N. Main Street, St. Albans · 802.524.8778 www.divinetouchmassagevt.com An established healing spa located in the heart of St. Albans. Pg. 8
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Highgate Commons Shopping Ctr., Rt. 7, St. Albans · 802.524.2551 · 877.495.3060 www.cowlesquilting.com Gammill, Statler, Stitcher, Brother, Janome products. Classes, sales & maintenance. Pg. 45
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. 25
Divine Touch Massage
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15 Champlain Commons, Rt. 7 North, St. Albans · 802.524.4123 www.thibaultappliances.com charity@thibaultappliances.com Sales & service of appliances, central vacs, vacuums & mattresses. Pg. 49
62 North Main St., St. Albans 802.524.4400 · www.hvm.com Insurance & risk management. The difference is the people who provide it. Pg. 45
Green Valley Lock
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375 Lake Rd., St. Albans 802.527.2181 · www.gmtaride.org info@gmtaride.org GMTA provides public transportation services in the Franklin/Grand Isle area. Pg. 53
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SHOPPING (continued)
Artist In Residence
BOUTIQUES
The Forget-Me-Not Shop
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942B Rt. 15, Johnson 802.635.2335 Clothing for men, women & teens, jewelry and accessories all at discount prices. Pg. 21
Scampers
GIFTS
CLOTHING
Bayberry Cottage
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Boston Post Dairy, LLC
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Breezy Acres Garden Center & Primitive Country Barn 8
Maplefields North St. Albans Rt. 7, St. Albans (I-89, Exit 20) 802.524.3068 Maplefields St. Albans 555 Fairfax Rd., St. Albans (I-89, Exit 19) 802.524.2662 Maplefields at Georgia 1207 Ethan Allen Hwy., Georgia (I-89, Exit 18) 802.524.7741 Maplefields at Enosburg 518 Pearl St., Enosburg Falls 802.933.2003 Maplefields at Colchester 414 Roosevelt Hwy., Colchester (I-89, Exit 16) 802.654.8627
Stone’s Shell
1904 Sheldon Rd., St. Albans 802.524.4141 · www.breezyacresvt.com Home décor, linens, candles, lamps, wreaths, braided rugs, cupboards & potpourri. Pg. 39
West Swanton Orchards Country Gift Shop & Cider Mill 81
752 North River Street, Route 78W West Swanton · 802.868.9100 Harvest Festival Sept. 21–22. Apples, cider, specialty foods, baked goods, Vermont gifts & more. Pg. 47
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Hannaford
9431 Rt. 36, East Fairfield 802.827.3778 Local convenience store, 24-hour wrecker service, AAA-approved. Pg. 62
HARDWARE
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555 Fairfax Rd., St. Albans 802.524.9255 · www.walkerstore.cc adam@walkerstore.cc Clothing, boots, tack, pet supplies, lawn & garden, home décor & gifts. Pg. 57
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St. Albans · 802.524.2157 Swanton · 802.868.2637 Enosburg · 802.933.6657 Convenience you expect, for all your grocery and prescription needs. Pg. 2
FARM & HOME
Walker’s Farm, Home & Tack
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2061 Sampsonville Road, Enosburg Falls 802.933.2749 · www.bostonpostdairy.com bostonpost@bpd.comcastbiz.net Goats milk cheese & soap, maple products, Vermont gifts, local beef. Pg. 19
CONVENIENCE STORES 2
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34 N. Main St., St. Albans 802.527.8256 See us on Facebook Beautiful home decor and gifts. Quilts, linens, floral, jewelry, clocks, candles & more. Pg. 8
24 & 42 Merchants Row, Swanton (I-89, Exit 21) 802.868.4299 · 802.868.4799 scampers@pshift.com Vermont’s largest new & used family department store. Pg. 33
Maplefields
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349 Main St., Enosburg Falls 802.933.6403 artistinresidence.coop@gmail.com A cooperative art gallery in Enosburg Falls, featuring local artists. Pg. 47
Ace Hardware, St. Albans
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133 North Main St. #25, St. Albans 802.527.7007 · www.acehardware.com gwinters@swantonlumber.com Home goods, plumbing, hardware, outdoor living, lawn & garden, paint & more. Pg. 21
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J & L Hardware
MUSIC
Jct. 104 & 128, Fairfax · 802.849.6402 Your local trustworthy hardware store with superior service. Pg. 19
Silver & Gold Music
116 North Main St., St. Albans · 802.527.2811 Music, guitars, lessons. School band instruments & accessories. Pg. 57
Sticks & Stuff
44 Lower Newton St., St. Albans 802.639.1627 2 Orchard St. Ext., Enosburg Falls 800.639.1628 13 Gallagher Rd., Middlesex · 866.639.1629 www.sticksandstuff.com Hardware, flooring, kitchen & bath, windows & doors, building materials, paint & more. Pg. 17
NURSERY/GREENHOUSE
Breezy Acres Garden Center & Primitive Country Barn
1904 Sheldon Rd., St. Albans 802.524.4141 · www.breezyacresvt.com Home décor, linens, candles, lamps, wreaths, braided rugs, cupboards & potpourri. Pg. 39
We have something for everyone!
555 Fairfax Road, St. Albans, VT 05478 • Conveniently located off I-89, next to Maplefield Mobil 802-524-9255 WWW.WALKERSTORE.CC Open 7 Days Mon.-Sat. 8AM-6PM, Sun. 10AM-4PM R • JEWELRY • HOME & GARDEN • TACK • PET FOOD & SUPPLIES • CALIFORNI A
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Music | Guitars | Lessons School Band Instruments Accessories 802-527-2811 Jim & Barb Thibault silverandgoldenenterprizes@gmail.com 116 North Main Street, St. Albans, VT • 527-2811 57
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SHOPPING (continued)
4445 Main Street, Isle La Motte 802.928.3091 · www.hallhomeplace.com hallhomeplace@fairpoint.net Ice cider, a delicately sweet, alcoholic beverage. Our variety of blends each have distinctive differences. Pg. 39
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
Rocky Ridge Sugarmakers
SPORTS
White’s Bikes & Outfitters
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Michael & Sheila Trudeau · 802.848.8083 1387 Lost Nation Rd., Enosburg Falls www.purevermontmapleproducts.com sheila@purevermontmapleproducts.com Maple products & specialty foods, mustards, sauces, rubs, glazes, dips & candy. Pg. 58
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1010 Ethan Allen Highway, Rt. 7, Georgia 802.524.4496 www.whitesgreenmountainbikes.com Proudly serving bicycling enthusiasts in Northwestern Vermont with quality products. Pg. 19
VERMONT PRODUCTS
Branon’s West View Maples
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825 West Street, Fairfield, VT · 802.527.2430 www.branonvtorganicmaple.com Maple syrup & products. Sugar on snow, Sunday maple breakfasts & March Open House. Pg. 47
BERKSHIRE
ST. ALBANS TOWN
Michael & Sheila Trudeau • 848-8083 1387 Lost Nation Rd., Enosburg Falls, VT www.purevermontmapleproducts.com sheila@purevermontmapleproducts.com
Richard Hudak & Marie Frey 527-1147, hudakfarm@gmail.com, www.hudakfarm.com
Rocky Ridge Sugarmakers
Hudak Farm
Maple products & specialty foods like: maple mustard, wasabi maple mustard, chipotle maple mustard, maple BBQ sauce, maple meat rubs, maple glazes and dips, maple cream filled chocolates & maple candy.
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CSA farm certificate, Pick-Your-Own Strawberries & Raspberries, Annual/Perennial Flowers, Hanging Baskets, Vegetable & Herb Plants, BiologicallyGrown Vegetables & Small Fruit, Cider, Maple Syrup, Honey, Jams, Pickles, Bread, Local Cheese, Compost, Mulch
Branon Family Maple Orchards Tom & Cecile Branon & Sons www.branonmaple.com
Family owned and operated. Certified Organic - Maple Syrup, Maple Cream & Maple Sugar. Also offering Maple Jelly, Maple Grilling Sauce & Maple Seasoning. Wholesale prices available for Restaurants and value added producers.
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