Pop-Up Thrift Shop
When: 3 p.m. Monday, Feb. 12
Where: Snow Shoe Lodge and Pub, Montgomery
Details: Gently used clothes will be sold and the bar will be open for purchasing beverages. Vermont Wood Co. and Spiritful Creations will also be selling their handmade items.
February Chamber Mixer
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15
Where: Northwest Technical Center, 71 S Main St., St. Albans
Details: Join the Franklin Regional Chamber of Commerce for a night of networking and socializing. Chef Monette, the culinary instructor at Northwest Career and Technical Center, will be showcasing some of his award-winning creations.
Living with Bears
When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15
Where: Zoom Webinar
Details: Learn how to prevent conflicts with black bears and how to protect these creatures’ habitats. VT Fish and Wildlife biologist Jaclyn Comeau will discuss Vermont’s black bear population, their biology and habitat, and specific actions we can all take to prevent conflict. This free event is hosted by the Upper Missisquoi and Trout Rivers Wild and Scenic Committee. Register for the event here: http://tinyurl.com/3fw5wda8
Trails Alliance Kick-off
When: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16
Where: Greg Brown Lodge, Hard’Ack Recreation Area, St. Albans
Details: Free fat tire demo rides, loaner snowshoes, live bluegrass music, action video from Vermont’s own Northeast Kingdom, firepit, food and beverages and a bike rack raffle. All trail users and the public are welcome to join.
Winter Carnival
When: Feb. 16-17
Where: Hard’Ack Recreation Area, St. Albans
Details: Two days of fun for the whole family. Fat bike demos, live music, ice carving demonstration, snack bar, duct tape derby and more. Interested parties can pre-register for the derby at www.stalbansrec.com.
Looking Ahead:
Puppy Yoga
When: 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18
Where: St. Albans City Hall
Winter Flea Market
When: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, March 2
Where: Holy Angels Parish Hall, 248 Lake Street, St. Albans
Winter Yoga Series
When: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, 16, 23
Where: Swanton Public Library