Scientists estimate that 150-200 species of plant, insect, bird, and mammal become extinct every 24 hours. This is nearly 1,000 times the “natural” rate. Many biologists say this is greater than anything the world has experienced since the vanishing of the dinosaurs nearly 65 million years ago. Today many of the creatures that are familiar to us are at a critical balancing point. They might not be here for future generations to experience. Eight New England artists have gathered to paint and exhibit a selection of species that are listed as endangered on the International Union for the Conservation of Nature’s (IUCN) red list. As artists that have a dedication to the natural world, they have a unique opportunity to share their observations and use their art to convey both the beauty of these endangered species and the need to protect them. Several of the pieces focus on Vermont species. The intent of this exhibit is to use art to inspire and educate in ways that will reach beyond statistics, policy, and politics. Participating artists: Gabriel Tempesta, Vermont Linda Mirabile, Vermont Heidi Broner, Vermont Shearon Murphy, Maine Adelaide Murphy Tyrol, Vermont Michael Boardman, Maine Suzanne Stryk, Virginia Susan Parmenter, New Hampshire The gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday.
Pumpkin Pi Race, Vendors, Silent Auction, Games, Chili Contest, Pumpkin Carving, Music, and More ...
Our biggest festival of the year is our annual Fall Foliage Festival located in East Burke Village on the green at the Burke Mountain Clubhouse/East Burke Library. The Burke Fall Festival is organized and hosted by the Burke Area Chamber of Commerce with assistance from many volunteers, local businesses and other organizations. The event is a fundraiser for the Chamber with proceeds used to help us promote the Burke Area, provide services to our members and support economic growth in our community. The days' events include: Parade starts at 10:00 BBQ with burgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers, sausages and more! Kids Area with Bounce Houses, face painting and more Arts & Crafts with NEKCA! Horse Drawn Wagon Rides Farm Animal Petting Zoo Cow Flop Bingo Rubber Ducky Races at the Dishmill Brook at 1pm - cash prizes! Silent Auction to benefit Lyndon Rescue - next to East Burke Market/Dishmill Brook bridge Craft Show opens at 9 am - 3 pm - featuring 80 vendors! NEW - Raffle of Crafts from festival vendors - at the Burke Chamber Info Booth from 9-3pm Fall Fest posters, beer mugs, shirts, sweatshirts and more for sale at the Burke Chamber Info Booth Silent Auction inside the library featuring work from local artists & crafters, unique historical items and antiques Burke Citizen of the Year announced after the parade (10:30am or so) at the Gazebo Wildlife Encouters show at 11am at the Gazebo Music from Chickweed at the Gazebo Mike's Tiki Bar Open at noon Live Music at Mike's Tiki Bar
