Vermont
How picking up trash put Vermont into the Guinness Book of World Records
Community members, Green Up Day leaders, business officials and Vermont students celebrated a Guinness World Record on Tuesday — ‘Most Pledges Received for Trash Clean Up in 24 Hours’
According to Erin Desautels, a Green Up Vermont board member, the minimum number of sign-ups needed to break to current record was 5,000.
“Vermonters and even some visitors from nearby states and far away countries came together on May 4th and gathered 6,833 pledges to achieve the record, making history for our brave little state,” said Desautels.
Over 250 towns across Vermont participated in the clean-up event. Green Up Vermont board members say that Green Up Day turnout increased by 30% statewide, and that an estimated 1.3 million pounds of trash were picked up that day.
Eliza Minnucci, a teacher and volunteer town coordinator in Tunbridge, got 286 signatures, the highest number of pledges from one town.
“This past spring when I announced the World Record attempt at our town meeting, I’ve never seen a list of names grow so fast. There definitely have been some interesting petitions circulating a town meeting before, but I’ve never seen one more popular than promising to pick up trash,” she said.
Students like Adelyn Ophardt, an 8th grader at Essex middle school, showed excitement about participating in Green Up Day. Her artwork won a contest, and was featured on the 2024 Green Up Day promotional posters.
“They were saying we could do a little out of this world theme so I, sort of, I took that and made Vermont in the center of the planet,” said Ophardt.
Green Up Vermont officials and Vermont students will be gearing up for next year’s cleanup efforts in 2025.
While organizers won’t be trying to surpass their own record again next year, they are encouraging other states to try and beat their title. Organization leaders say as long as the message of cleaning up the environment is spread, it’ll be a win.
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WATERBURY, Vt. (WCAX) – Green Up Vermont is now a world record holder.
For Green Up Day this year, the organization attempted and achieved the Guinness World Record title for most pledges received in 24 hours.
The team needed a minimum of 5,000 pledges to achieve their goal; they got more than 6,800.
The organization hopes this achievement can keep the momentum going for future generations to green up Vermont.
“So that was a sort of additional prompt and motivator to get our youth outside on Green Up Day and also be thinking about it on a year-round basis, that’s really what Green Up wants to do, is make it a year-round state of mind for all Vermonters,” said Parker Riehle, the president of the Green Up Vermont board.
The group saw a 33% increase in statewide volunteers this year. They cleaned up more than 1.3 million pounds of trash from public spaces.
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One person is dead after a rollover crash Monday night in Groton, Vermont.
Vermont State Police say troopers were called to the single-vehicle crash on Route 232 near Kettle Pond around 8:50 p.m. and found s Ford F-350 off the roadway.
The driver, who was not wearing a seatbelt, sustained fatal injuries in the crash, police said. Their name is being withheld pending family notification.
No other information was immediately available.
Police are investigating the cause of the fatal crash.
Kool Like Kahan
Thursday 19
Vermont’s own multiplatinum sensation Noah Kahan takes the stage at the Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction for an epic night of soul-baring. Kahan’s candid struggle with mental health is often interwoven with his musical artistry, so it comes as no surprise that proceeds support his Busyhead Project. The concert is sold out, but dry those tears — there’s a wait list!
Jammin’ Out
Saturday 21
Stowe Cider invites folks to commemorate 100 years of Vermont State Parks at Jam for the Parks. Ticket proceeds support the preservation of our parks, with a percentage of cider sales donated to boot. The lineup — including an After Dark edition for adults — features crowd-pleasing faves including Dylan & the Dead, plus family-friendly activities and sustenance from Shakedown Street BBQ & Grill.
Honey Haven
Starting Friday 20
Bees are always the main buzz at Barr Hill distillery in Montpelier, but never more so than at Bee’s Knees Week — a celebration of these precious pollinators. Fans of the golden gift from our fuzzy flying friends partake in events ranging from a cocktail class to a honey-centric dinner featuring an observational hive.
Need for Speed
Saturday 21
Harold Lloyd’s last silent film before the advent of talkies, Speedy, invites audiences into a bygone era of Hollywood where physical comedy reigns supreme. Presented as part of the Brandon Town Hall silent film series, the 1928 rom-com is brought to musical life by accompanist Jeff Rapsis, a composer who specializes in creating sounds for silence.
Fantastic Beasts
Saturday 21
During Sport of Kings Day, lords and ladies of the realm peek into the 3,000-year-old practice of falconry at the Vermont Institute of Natural Science in Quechee. Modern-day falconers and their trained, taloned friends demonstrate how the practice has evolved over centuries. Dress the part and embark on a medieval romp replete with stilt walkers, archery and music. Saturday 21
Piano Man
Saturday 21
Capital City Concerts kicks off its 25th season with Grammy-nominated pianist Paul Orgel. The performer who started it all for the series in 2000 returns for an aptly named program, “Full Circle.” From Johann Sebastian Bach to Franz Liszt to Ludwig van Beethoven, the evening at the Unitarian Church of Montpelier features classical compositions showcasing Orgel’s skillful technique.
Rocky Road
Ongoing
Now in its 24th year, the annual “Rock Solid” exhibit at Studio Place Arts in Barre showcases carved creations by local sculptors, as well as works in other mediums that evoke the unique and sometimes formidable qualities of stone. Afterward, gallerygoers are encouraged to embark on an Art Stroll around Barre’s historic downtown to view other outdoor chiseled constructions.
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