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By Lisa Friedman, 35 Years of Real Estate Experience!
(Great American Dream Realty)
Archer Mayor, a prominent Vermont author, will be making an appearance at Phoenix Books in Burlington, VT on Friday October 17, 2014 to discuss his latest book, Proof Positive.  This book is the 25th book in a series which is based on fictional police detective Joe Gunther.  The Gunther books all take place at different locations in Vermont.    The books in the Joe Gunther series have been published at a rate of approximately one per year since 1988 and have consistently ranked in yearly Top 10 lists by such well respected venues as the New York Times, LA Times, Washington Post and the New Yorker.  I have read many of his books myself and am happy to also give my seal of approval :)   Mayor began writing while employed as a medical examiner.  Having examined over 500 deaths, he is very ...
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By Chris Hurd
(Burlington VT Real Estate)
There's always something to do in Burlington, VT. Below is a sample of the some of events happening in Burlington this weekend... Saturday, October 4th, 2014 Fiddle Workshop with Pascal Gemme Intermediate and advanced players hone their bow-and-string skills with Québécois musician Pascal Gemme. Sat., Oct. 4, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at Burlington Violin Shop in Burlington. $10 suggested donation; preregister; limited space: http://youngtraditionvermont.org/events/fiddle-workshop-adults-pascal-gemme/ Ghostacular: ParaCon Costumes are encouraged at a paranormal preview to Halloween featuring vendors, healers, readers and workshops. Sat., Oct. 4, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Hilton Hotel in Burlington. $7. Sarah Ramsey Strong 5K Runners honor the memory of the former Champlain College student and raise funds...
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By Adam Hergenrother, Transforming Lives Through Home Ownership
(Hergenrother Realty Group at KW Vermont)
New Listing | 389 Riverside Avenue, Burlington, VT  05401 Adorable Burlington Cape with beautiful hardwood floors and 3 spacious, sunny bedrooms. Enjoy the updated kitchen with gas stove plus dining area nearby. Two 1st floor bedrooms are ultra convenient or enjoy a little more privacy in the bedroom on the 2nd floor with attached den/storage area that makes the perfect walk-in closet. The basement offers laundry hook-ups and is ready for finishing touches with full size windows overlooking wooded area in back. Step outside to throw the ball for your dog in the fully fenced yard. Convenient location with the bike path out your front door plus and a quick trip to the nearby coffee shop, the Winooski River and downtown.   Call (802) 488-3488 to schedule an appointment today!Please click ...
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By David Laven, Vermont Realty Team
(KW Vermont)
Here is a list of our top Burlington Vermont Condos For Sale for the 2nd week of September 2014.  Burlington Vermont Condos For Sale  $365,000 : 62 Southwind Drive, Burlington 2 beds, 3 baths Home size: 1,716 sq ft Year built: 1990 Parking spots: 1 Days on market: 9   $224,900 : 1044 North Avenue, Burlington 3 beds, 4 baths Home size: 1,726 sq ft Year built: 2004 Days on market: 11   $172,000 : 80 Austin Drive, Burlington 2 beds, 2 baths Home size: 1,138 sq ft Year built: 1969 Parking spots: 1 Days on market: 11   $119,999 : 96 Valade Park, Burlington 2 beds, 1 bath Home size: 768 sq ft Year built: 1991 Parking spots: 2 Days on market: 12   $219,900 : 298 South Winooski Avenue, Burlington 2 beds, 1 bath Home size: 1,114 sq ft Year built: 1979 Parking spots: 1 Days on market: 18   $159,9...
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By Adam Hergenrother, Transforming Lives Through Home Ownership
(Hergenrother Realty Group at KW Vermont)
120 Golf Course Road, South Burlington, VT  05403 This 2,744 square foot home boasts four bedrooms and three and a half baths with 165 square feet of space above the two car garage. With 2,909 square feet of finished space, this home has till more room to grow in the unfinished basement. Now shown, but included, is an expansive rear deck, bringing views of the course and mountains beyond. The wide open floor plan is perfect for large gatherings or family living, with a well appointed master retreat to escape. The traditional exterior with craftsman details welcomes you home to this place on the green. Membership to Vermont National Country Club is included with the price. Owner is a licensed realtor. Call (802) 488-3488 to schedule an appointment today! Please click here for further in...
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By Lisa Friedman, 35 Years of Real Estate Experience!
(Great American Dream Realty)
August First Bakery and Cafe has been a welcome addition to Burlington, Vermont's culinary scene. Affectionately named after it's inception date, August First recently celebrated it's fifth year business anniversary on August 1, 2014 with a roaring block party. Here is a short video with some photos from this wonderful restaurant. I particularly like it'sen plein air dining with it's retractable front wall and deck. They have a wonderful menu and a fun and courteous staff. August First is located at 149 S Champlain in Burlington and can be reached at (802) 540-0060. A copy of their menu can be viewed here.
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By Chris Hurd
(Burlington VT Real Estate)
There's always something to do in Burlington, Vermont. Below is a sample of the some of events happening in Burlington this weekend...   Image from Friends for A-Dog Friday, August 29th, 2014 'Andy 'A-Dog' Williams: A Video Tribute' A pizza party complete with samples of 14th Star Brewing Company's A-Dog Ale and tunes from Friends for A-Dog Vol. 1 gives way to the premiere of Seth Neary's film. Proceeds benefit Friends for A-Dog. Fri., Aug. 29, 6 p.m. at Film House, Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington. $10. As of 8/25/14, only 60 tickets available for 6pm! A second showing will also be held at  8:30 p.m. More info: http://www.friendsforadog.com/ ArtsRiot Food Truck Stop Gourmet eats and local libations from mobile kitchens satisfy discerning palates. Fridays, 5-10 p...
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By Adam Hergenrother, Transforming Lives Through Home Ownership
(Hergenrother Realty Group at KW Vermont)
New Listing | 188-190 North Union Street, Burlington, VT 05401 Historic Victorian with 2 units and 6 bedrooms total within walking distance to Church Street, UVM, Champlain College and Lake Champlain! 2 1/2 stories with 2 covered porches and back deck. Room for expansion in partially finished attic. Detached 32 x 23 barn/garage with 2nd floor storage. Solid rental history and well maintained. Great opportunity to become a Burlington landlord where the rental market is in your favor! Call (802) 488-3488 to schedule an appointment today! Please click here for further information regarding this property.  
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By Chris Hurd
(Burlington VT Real Estate)
There's always something to do in Burlington, Vermont. Below is a sample of the some of events happening in Burlington this weekend...   Friday, August 1st, 2014 7th Annual Festival of Fools The Festival of Fools is a curated festival of street theater, celebrating circus arts, music and comedy for family audiences. Four main stage locations surrounding the Church Street Marketplace and City Hall Park will feature continuous street theater from internationally acclaimed performers. Fri., Aug. 1, 12-9 p.m., Sat., Aug. 2, 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. and Sun., Aug. 3, 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m. at Various downtown locations in Burlington. Free. More info: www.vermontfestivaloffools.com The Precipice festival Rough Francis, Barika, Kat Wright & the Indomitable Soul Band and many others take the stage at this ...
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By Lisa Friedman, 35 Years of Real Estate Experience!
(Great American Dream Realty)
Green Mountain Getaway is a bicycling fundraiser event for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. This flagship event will take place this weekend, August 2nd and 3rd, 2014. The event begins at the University of Vermont campus in Burlington. Loops will fan out up to 100 miles from the starting point. The route options are: Saturday: 50, 80 or 100 miles   Sunday: 45, 75 or 100 miles The registration fee is $35 with a minimum fundraising pledge of $250. The fundraising goal for this event is $100,000 and the events page is already listing contributions of $54,100. I have personally helped to raise over $8,000 for MS through these events over the years and it is such a worthy cause.  Click here to register or here if you wish to donate on my fundraising page. I have bicycled several MS S...
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By Lisa Friedman, 35 Years of Real Estate Experience!
(Great American Dream Realty)
Burlington Rock Camp for teenagers will be holding it's second session from August 4th - 8th, 2014. The one week camp takes all levels of musicians to create and perform their own recorded song from start to finish in one week. Children will form their own bands and write their own music with minimal input from instructors so that they can take on leadership roles and experience their own creativity. There will even be visits from local bands who will perform for the students and assist with their time in the recording studio. I have known children who have participated in this camp and have attended their end of the week concert which is open to the pubic. I can attest that this program is top notch. Most of the bands wind up performing as good as any that we hear on the radio. The cam...
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By Chris Hurd
(Burlington VT Real Estate)
There's always something to do in Burlington, Vermont. Below is a sample of the some of events happening in Burlington this weekend... Friday, July 18th, 2014 City Hall Park Lunchtime Performances Americana the beautiful! Foot-stomping tunes from Gusakov Trucking Company prove to be the perfect summertime treat. Fri., July 18, 12-1 p.m. at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. Free. Concerts every Wednesday and Friday until September 5th. More info: http://www.burlingtoncityarts.org/Imagine_City_Hall_Park/ Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival: 'From the British Isles' A program of English works for the piano and strings concludes the festival's 10th season. Pre-performance lecture, 6:45 p.m.; concert, 7:30 p.m. Fri., July 18, 7:30 p.m. at UVM Recital Hall, Redstone Campus in Burling...
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By Lisa Friedman, 35 Years of Real Estate Experience!
(Great American Dream Realty)
Festival of Fools will take place August 1st - 3rd at the Church Street Marketplace and City Hall Park in Burlington, Vermont. This fun festival celebrates street theatre with dance, comedy, music and circus arts. Performers come from around the world to perform at this lively event.                                                                                                There are four stages with continuous acts running from noon Friday through 6:30 p.m. on Sunday. The event is presented by Burlington City Arts. This is the seventh year of the festival. The events are free and appropriate for all ages. Over 20,000 visitors will visit Church Street that weekend. I have attended this event in the past and really enjoyed it. The entertainment really was exceptional. My favorite per...
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By Lisa Friedman, 35 Years of Real Estate Experience!
(Great American Dream Realty)
Dragon Boat Festival 2014 will take place at the Burlington waterfront on Sunday, August 3rd.  This 9th annual event is a fundraiser for breast cancer patients and survivors.  1,600 Vermonters will race 41 foot long dragon boats in 200 meter sprints.  The races occur between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.  Teams are comprised of community organizations, local businesses, clubs, family and friends.  100% of the donations go to Vermont residents.  Click here if you would like to make a donation.   
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By Lisa Friedman, 35 Years of Real Estate Experience!
(Great American Dream Realty)
Summervale is a special event which takes place at the Intervale  Center in Burlington, Vermont every Thursday evening in July and August from 5:30 – 8:00. The Intervale is a 350 acre community garden area along the Winooski River.  The Thursday evening event is a festival-like activity which is kind of like a farmer’s market on steroids.  Many local vendors serve up an amazing variety of food items while local musicians add a carnivalesque atmosphere.  Admission is free.  Parking is extremely limited so please be green and walk, ride your bike or carpool in. For those visiting from out of the area, please program your gps to 180 Interval Road, Burlington, Vermont. Some of the vendors participating in Summervale include: Adam’s Berry Farm, American Flatbread Pizza, Bluebird BBQ, Farmhou...
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By Chris Hurd
(Burlington VT Real Estate)
There's always things to do in Burlington, VT. Below is a sample of the some of events happening in Burlington this weekend... Friday, July 4th, 2014 Queen City Ghostwalk: Darkness Falls Paranormal historian Thea Lewis highlights haunted happenings throughout Burlington. Meet at the steps 10 minutes before start time. Fridays, Saturdays, 8 p.m., Sat., June 7, 8 p.m. and Fridays, Saturdays, 8 p.m. Continues through Aug. 30 at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. $15; preregister: http://www.queencityghostwalk.com/QCG_Home.html Women's Circle Those who identify as women gather for readings, discussion and activities. Fridays, 2-3:30 p.m. Continues through July 25 at The Wellness Co-op in Burlington. Free. Queen City Tango Practilonga Dancers kick off the weekend with improvisation, ca...
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By Lisa Friedman, 35 Years of Real Estate Experience!
(Great American Dream Realty)
American Flatbread is celebrating it's 10 Year Anniversary this Sunday on June 22, 2014. St.Paul Street will be closed to vehicular traffic for the big anniversay party from 4 - 9 p.m. American Flatbread is so thankful to it's loyal customers that it will be providing free pizza along with live music for people to enjoy. American Flatbread is a Burlington mainstay and one of our most popular restaurants. Patrons enjoy the novelty of watching pizza made in the wood fired clay oven made with local rock which is located in the dining room. During the warmer weather, they open the outdoor seating area which is where I dined tonight. I can personally attest to the extremely impressive quality of American Flatbread's pizza. Come out and join in on the fun!    
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By Chris Hurd
(Burlington VT Real Estate)
There's always things to do in Burlington, VT. Below is a sample of the some of events happening in Burlington this weekend...   Friday, June 20th, 2014 Burlington Wine & Food Festival events Join us for an exciting lineup of events in the days leading up to festival weekend! Winemakers from around the world will team up with some of the best chefs in Vermont to create unique menus highlighting their creativity and showcasing thrilling food and wine pairings. More info: http://www.burlingtonwineandfoodfestival.com/ City Hall Park Lunchtime Performances Swale belts out rock and Americana tunes at a midday show. Fri., June 20, 12-1 p.m. at Burlington City Hall Park in Burlington. Free. Queen City Ghostwalk: Darkness Falls Paranormal historian Thea Lewis highlights haunted happenings throu...
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By Mark Montross, Listing and Buyer Specialist
(Catamount Realty Group)
On Saturday June 14th at 8 pm, musical legend Patty Griffin is coming to the Flynn in Burlington Vermont. A folk-music force of nature, the Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter has been an American mainstay for 20 years. The Maine native uses her breathtakingly strong vocals to hurl our imaginations into the essence of Americana, show-casing her unique ability to capture the elusive eccentricities of human emotions and the peculiarity of love. In her 2013 release, American Kid, musical pundit Paste Magazine observed Griffin "taking emotional truths and cutting to the quick, her razor-sharp sense of detail has never been sharper". The homage to her father is as poignant as it is masterfully written and sung. Vermont is a little bit like those exquisitely procured museums or masterfully...
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By Chris Hurd
(Burlington VT Real Estate)
There is much to do in Burlington, VT. Below is a sample of the some of the events happening in Burlington this weekend... Friday, June 6th, 2014 Burlington Discover Jazz Festival (BDJF) World-class musicians pack Queen City venues in celebration of the genre. See discoverjazz.com for details. Thu., June 5, 1-2:30 & 5-10 p.m., Fri., June 6, 5, 8 & 9:30 p.m., Sat., June 7, 1-11:30 p.m. and Sun., June 8, 10 a.m. & 12:30-9:30 p.m. at Various downtown locations in Burlington. Prices vary, more info: discoverjazz.com BDJF: Big Chief Donald Harrison & the Congo Square Nation Afro-New Orleans Cultural Group Saxophonist Big Chief Donald Harrison Jr. comes from impressive stock. His father, Big Chief Donald Harrison, was a famed Mardi Gras Indian who inspired his son to embrace the musical herit...
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