We are looking for volunteers participating in a nutrition intervention study conducted at the Clinical Research Center (CRC) at the University of Vermont seeking to better understand the potential benefits of dairy fat against type 2 diabetes. Qualified participants must be: Men and women ages 50 to 65 with prediabetes (condition with slightly elevated blood sugar higher than normal) and a BMI between 25 and 40, Having consistent dietary habits that include dairy products, and Available for 8 consecutive weeks . $1,000 compensation is provided if you qualify and complete the study. For more information and to schedule a screening, please call: 802-656-9422 and leave your name and contact number or email debourne@uvm.edu (Email is preferred).
Rediscover the romance of the rails on board a relaxing three-hour round-trip dinner train from Burlington to Middlebury. On this unique dining journey, you will enjoy a three-course gourmet dinner created on board our kitchen car, and the beautiful Vermont landscape as it rolls by your window. Reconnect with friends and family and make memories to cherish forever.
Spend an evening by the lake in the picnic area behind Leddy Arena for the popular Lakefront Food Truck Socials put on by Burlington Parks, Recreation & Waterfront! There will be food trucks, games, music, and more! There is plenty of free parking available, or ride your bike and park it with the free Local Motion bike valet! Enjoy the updated Burlington Greenway on your way to the event. Starting this year, Beach Bites will be held on Wednesday night EVERY WEEK from June 19th to August 7th (except July 3rd)! Various local food, beer, cider and wine offerings available! Check out our Facebook page for more details: https://www.facebook.com/events/2071166503183659/
Poets and writers share new original poetry and prose works in lively response to Al Salzman’s provocative political paintings, in person and livestreamed from around the world. "Voicing Art" is a new ongoing art-inspired inclusive community poetry reading series hosted by The Poartry Project at Nomad Coffee South End Station. We encourage word- and art-lovers of all ages and experience to gather around the love of poetry as listeners and writer-readers. Free event. Registration required to participate via livestream at poartry.org/voicing-art.
Ever been interested in trying out glassblowing? Now you can FOR FREE! Bern Gallery's next "Burlington Glassblowing Challenge," A glassblowing competition for everyone, is on June 22nd! Free to enter, participants have 3 min to gather the largest clear marble they can! Winner takes home an awesome prize AND a trophy!
