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Addison County Chamber of Commerce
Apr 6    Friends of Ilsley Library Book sale
Monthly sale of used books to benefit programming offered by Ilsley Public Library. We have fiction and nonfiction for all ages, most priced at $2 or less, with some specially priced books. Come check us out in the Ilsley Library community room between 10 and 2 on April 6th. Cash or check only, please.
Date: April 6, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Website: https://www.friendsofilsley.com
Location: Ilsley Public Library 75 Main Street Middlebury, VT 05753
Contact: 802-388-4095
EMail: friendsofilsley@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday, April 6 from 10 am to 2 pm.
Fees/Admission: free
Apr 8    Addison County Legislative Breakfast Series - Weybridge
Please join the Addison County Farm Bureau for the 2024 Legislative Breakfast Series:
  • A Hearty Breakfast
  • A Chance to hear from your local legislators and ask them questions
  • The Opportunity to learn more about what is currently happening in Montpelier
  • Time to connect with your farming community
**You do not have to be a member to attend, open to all**
 
Date: April 8, 2024
Time: 7:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Location: Weybridge Congregational Church
2790 Weybridge Street, Weybridge, VT 05753
Contact: If you have an question please reach out to Eliza Schraver: elizavtfb@gmavt.net or Kate Rowley: katevtfb@gmavt.net
Date/Time Details: Breakfast starts at 7am
Program begins at 7:30am - 8:45am
Fees/Admission: *The purchase of breakfast is not required to attend, but helps defray the cost of opening the venues.
Apr 9    Digital Directory Management - How to Grow Your Online Persona

Even in a place like Vermont, the modern business landscape has undergone significant changes, with customers searching for businesses across various platforms and expecting different experiences with the results they are fed. Online directories play a crucial role in connecting businesses with potential customers by using algorithms to match search queries with relevant content. Maintaining accurate and trusted information on these directories can significantly improve a business's visibility in search results AND lead to better experiences for their customers.

This webinar aims to equip small business owners with insights into the digital marketing landscape, helping them make informed decisions about reaching their target audience online. By leveraging available tools, businesses can manage their online presence effectively and achieve maximum impact with minimal effort. We'll address common challenges and provide strategies for navigating the complexities of online reputation management so you can get back to your "real" business.

OUR SPEAKER


Christy Lynn
Co-Director of Sales, Associate Publisher
Addison Independent





 



This Educational Webinar Series is co-sponsored by the Addison County Chamber of Commerce and Addison County Economic Development Corporation. Seminars are open exclusively to members of ACCOC and ACEDC.

Date: April 9, 2024
Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Contact: Maria Benoit
EMail: maria@addisoncounty.com
Fees/Admission: Free and open exclusively to members of ACCOC & ACEDC. 
Apr 18    Chamber Networking Mixer - April 2024
Join us for an evening of networking, build business relationships, exchange leads, while getting  to know the business community. Enjoy light snacks and door prizes courtesy of our host; plus the opportunity to win our monthly CHAMBER CASH RAFFLE! We look forward to seeing you all there.
Date: April 18, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:

National Bank of Middlebury
30 Main Street
Middlebury, VT 05753

Contact: Maria Benoit, Director of Operations
EMail: maria@addisoncounty.com
Fees/Admission: Members: No charge (includes all employees)

Mixers are open exclusively to Chamber Members.
Apr 27    Tree Pruning Demonstration
Chris Zeoli, Middlebury’s Town Tree Warden, arborist, owner of Chris Zeoli Tree Service and member of the Middlebury Tree Committee, will teach participants how to prune newly planted or more established trees to promote their best health. Participants are welcome to bring their own hand pruners and/or hand saws for hands-on learning opportunities. Sponsored by the adhoc Middlebury Tree Committee in anticipation of Arbor Day (a day to plant trees!) on Friday, May 3rd. For more information, contact middleburytreecommittee@gmail.com
Date: April 27, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: Meeting Place: The north end of the Mary Hogan Elementary School Parking Lot (Court House end)
Contact: Kathy Hall Middlebury Tree Committee member
EMail: middleburytreecommittee@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: 4/27/2024 Noon
Fees/Admission: FREE
May 1    Right Tree, Right Place: A Walking Tour & Presentation
Join Tim Parsons, Landscape Horticulturist at Middlebury College, on a walking tour of the trees of College Park and nearby Twilight Green. The talk will include tips on how and where to plant trees as well as care of the tree in the first year and beyond. Sponsored by the adhoc Middlebury Tree Committee in anticipation of Arbor Day (a day to plant trees!) on Friday, May 3rd. For more information, contact middleburytreecommittee@gmail.com RAIN DATE: Wed, May 8th, 5:30PM, Same Location
Date: May 1, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: College Park across from ShireTown Marketplace, 54 College Street, Middlebury
Contact: Kathy Hall Middlebury Tree Committee member
EMail: middleburytreecommittee@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: 05/01/2024 5:30PM
Fees/Admission: FREE
May 4    Friends of Ilsley Library Book sale
Come check out our selection of used fiction and non fiction books for all ages, most priced at $2 or less. You'll also find some specially priced books, great for gift giving. Weather permitting, we will be set up on the Middlebury Town Offices Plaza, otherwise in the Ilsley community room. All proceeds fund Ilsley Library programs. Cash or check only.
Date: May 4, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Middlebury Town Offices 77 Main Street Middlebury, VT 05753
Contact: 802-388-4095
EMail: friendsofilsley@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: May 4, 2024 10AM to 2PM
Fees/Admission: free
May 11    St Peter's Resale Closet Sale
The Annual Clean out the "Closet" Sale will be Saturday May 11th, 8am-4PM at St Peter's Parish Hall in Vergennes, Vt. This sale will include clothing(men, women, children), houseware goods, books, puzzles, and toys. This sale helps with the overflow of quality goods from our thrift store, St Peter's Resale Closet Shop. Prices are by donation!
Date: May 11, 2024
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: St Peter's Church Parish Hall
Contact: Marianna Boivin at email below
EMail: myclosettoyours21@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: 5/11/2024 8am-4pm
Fees/Admission: Prices by Donation
May 14    Educational Series: Business Financial Reporting Literacy 101 - Understanding Your P&L and Balance Sheet

Marble Trail Financial's "numbers whisperers" Amy and Lela will guide you through a review of profit & loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Understanding the picture these critical reporting tools provide is an important component of successfully managing your business, and will help inform your decisions and improve your bottom line. 

OUR SPEAKERS


Amy Coogler
Senior Tax Accountant
Marble Trail Financial







Lela McCaffrey
Senior Wealth Advisor
Marble Trail Financial




This members-only webinar series is co-sponsored by the Addison County Chamber of Commerce and Addison County Economic Development Corporation. Seminars are open exclusively to members of the Chamber and the ACEDC. Guests of members will be considered based upon availability and individual non-member guests may only attend (1) one webinar per calendar year.

Date: May 14, 2024
Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Contact: Maria Benoit
EMail: maria@addisoncounty.com
Fees/Admission: Free and open exclusively to members of the Chamber & ACEDC. 
May 16    Henry Sheldon Museum Members Reception
Henry Sheldon Museum members and not-yet-members are invited to join Museum staff to celebrate the opening of the 2024 season and the new exhibits. Light refreshments served.
Date: May 16, 2024
Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Website: http://www.henrysheldonmuseum.org/events
Location: Henry Sheldon Museum One Park St. Middlebury, VT 05753
Contact: Barbara Rathburn Visitor Services Coordinator
EMail: brathburn@henrysheldonmuseum.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday May 16/4:30-6:00pm
Fees/Admission: Free for current members of the Museum, not-yet members are encouraged to join at the event.
May 16    Chamber Networking Mixer - May 2024
Join us for an evening of networking, build business relationships, exchange leads, while getting  to know the business community. Enjoy light snacks and door prizes courtesy of our host; plus the opportunity to win our monthly CHAMBER CASH RAFFLE! We look forward to seeing you all there.
Date: May 16, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:

CSAC
109 Catamount Park
Middlebury, VT 05753

Contact: Maria Benoit, Director of Operations
EMail: maria@addisoncounty.com
Fees/Admission: Members: No charge (includes all employees)

Mixers are open exclusively to Chamber Members.
Jun 11    Educational Series: SEO 101-Understanding Search Engine Optimization and Why It Drives Success

More details and registration will be available 30 days prior to event.

This members-only webinar series is co-sponsored by the Addison County Chamber of Commerce and Addison County Economic Development Corporation. Seminars are open exclusively to members of the Chamber and the ACEDC. Guests of members will be considered based upon availability and individual non-member guests may only attend (1) one webinar per calendar year.

Date: June 11, 2024
Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Contact: Maria Benoit
EMail: maria@addisoncounty.com
Fees/Admission: Free and open exclusively to members of the Chamber & ACEDC. 
Jun 20    Chamber Networking Mixer - June 2024
Join us for an evening of networking, build business relationships, exchange leads, while getting  to know the business community. Enjoy light snacks and door prizes courtesy of our host; plus the opportunity to win our monthly CHAMBER CASH RAFFLE! We look forward to seeing you all there.
Date: June 20, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:

Basin Harbor
4800 Basin Harbor Road
Vergennes, VT 05491

Contact: Maria Benoit, Director of Operations
EMail: maria@addisoncounty.com
Fees/Admission: Members: No charge (includes all employees)

Mixers are open exclusively to Chamber Members.
Jul 29    Chamber Networking Mixer - July 2024
Join us for an evening of networking, build business relationships, exchange leads, while getting  to know the business community. Enjoy light snacks and door prizes courtesy of our host; plus the opportunity to win our monthly CHAMBER CASH RAFFLE! We look forward to seeing you all there.
Date: July 29, 2024
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:

Middlebury Inn
14 Court Square
Middlebury, VT 05753

Contact: Maria Benoit, Director of Operations
EMail: maria@addisoncounty.com
Fees/Admission: Members: No charge (includes all employees)

Mixers are open exclusively to Chamber Members.
Aug 11    Foodaroo 9

Foodaroo unites the state’s most talented culinary artisans and beverage makers, with an emphasis on Addison County and Chittenden County vendors and farms. From food trucks to brick-and-mortar operations, this outdoor event showcases creative, locally-sourced cuisine. Attendees taste their way through a huge diversity of vendors while musicians, street performers, dancers and more showcase the best of Vermont’s thriving maker movement.

Cover $5 (cash). Kids 12 and under FREE. Food and beverages available to purchase. Foodaroo is proud to donate a portion of proceeds to The Giving Fridge! Since December 2020, The Giving Fridge has provided more than 30,000 pay-as-you-can meals and contributed $300,000 to the local economy - all while supporting our local food system.

Date: August 11, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.foodaroo.org
Location: Marble Works
Middlebury, VT
Contact: Lisa Mitchell
EMail: lisa@middunderground.org
Fees/Admission: $5 Admission (cash please)
Kids under 12 free
Aug 24    Vergennes Day 2024

Join us for the 42nd annual Vergennes Day on Saturday, August 24th. 55+ crafters/vendors, live music on the bandstand, pancake breakfast at the fire station, children's venue & more! Little City Race, Lions Club chicken BBQ, and merchant sales throughout downtown.

Date: August 24, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Website: http://www.VergennesDay.com
Location: City Green
Vergennes, VT
EMail: info@addisoncounty.com
Fees/Admission: Free
Sep 15    21st Annual TAM Trek
The TAM Trek is a trail race and fun run to raise funds for the Trail Around Middlebury (TAM). The Middlebury Area Land Trust (MALT) started building the TAM in 1989 and its 19 miles now encircles the village of Middlebury, traveling through Cornwall, Weybridge, and New Haven. It links several hundred acres of town land, MALT conserved properties, schools, and other local landmarks. Aid stations are plentiful and well-stocked, views are spectacular, and nothing beats early Fall’s trail racing weather!
Date: September 15, 2024
Time: 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: https://www.maltvt.org/tam-trek
Location: Wright Park, Seymour Street Extension, Middlebury, VT 05753
Contact: Jamie Jo Horton
EMail: info@maltvt.org
Date/Time Details: 9/15/24 Start times- 7:30-9:30 AM
Fees/Admission: 19-mile $45 - $55 10K $45 - $55 5K $40-$45 2-mile Fun Run, ages 13+ $25, kids 12 and under FREE