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Holiday happenings

Dec 8, 2022 | Photos of the Week

YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS SOLD their homemade creations at the first-ever Very Merry Middlebury Mini Makers Market on Saturday. Because of the rain, the vendor tables were set up inside Town Hall Theater, so folks could browse while waiting in line to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. Here’s Willow Heywood selling her art. Independent photo/Megan James
YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS SOLD their homemade creations at the first-ever Very Merry Middlebury Mini Makers Market on Saturday. Because of the rain, the vendor tables were set up inside Town Hall Theater, so folks could browse while waiting in line to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. Here are Andrew Doherty-Konczal, Ibis Kin and Ginger Riney selling homemade soups and chocolate treats. Independent photo/Megan James
YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS SOLD their homemade creations at the first-ever Very Merry Middlebury Mini Makers Market on Saturday. Because of the rain, the vendor tables were set up inside Town Hall Theater, so folks could browse while waiting in line to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. Here are Penny and Winston Stattel selling little homemade gnomes, bird seed ornaments and other treasures. Independent photo/Megan James

YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS SOLD their homemade creations at the first-ever Very Merry Middlebury Mini Makers Market on Saturday. Because of the rain, the vendor tables were set up inside Town Hall Theater, so folks could browse while waiting in line to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. Here are Tilda Adams-Lilie and Nora Bergevin selling slime. Independent photo/Megan James
YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS SOLD their homemade creations at the first-ever Very Merry Middlebury Mini Makers Market on Saturday. Because of the rain, the vendor tables were set up inside Town Hall Theater, so folks could browse while waiting in line to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. Here’s Hawkins Boyer-Smith selling 3-D printed toys. Independent photo/Megan James
YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS SOLD their homemade creations at the first-ever Very Merry Middlebury Mini Makers Market on Saturday. Because of the rain, the vendor tables were set up inside Town Hall Theater, so folks could browse while waiting in line to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. Here’s Adelynn Leonard selling handcrafted ornaments. Independent photo/Megan James

MANY ELVES HELPED out at last Saturday’s Ho Ho Ho Holiday Stroll event at the Vergennes Opera House. Many children came to take part in cookie decorating, craft making and more. Plus, as this young girl found out, there was time for children to have one-on-one conversations with Santa Claus. Photo by Elaine Eldridge
JUST MINUTES AFTER the Christmas tree went up this month, Bart, an 11-month-old kitten, was caught climbing its boughs. The Middlebury owner of the cat (and of the tree!) snapped this picture before shooing the feline down with a squirt bottle. Independent photo/Megan James

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Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week
Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week from Addison Northwest School District, Ellie! 

This year, every Student of the Week will receive $25 in local currency, thanks to the generosity of Full Circle Building and Remodeling LLC. Student of the Week is also made possible by the following advertiser support: Bristol Beverage, Business Telephone Systems, Friend Construction, Full Circle Building and Remodeling, J.W. & D.E. Ryan, Jackman Fuels, Inc., Jackman's of Bristol, Johnson Law Group, and Rainbow Pediatrics.


Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week
Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week from Middlebury Union High School Vermont, Kaden H.!

This year, every Student of the Week will receive $25 in local currency, thanks to the generosity of Full Circle Building and Remodeling LLC. Student of the Week is also made possible by the following advertiser support: Bristol Beverage, Business Telephone Systems, Friend Construction, Full Circle Building and Remodeling, J.W. & D.E. Ryan, Jackman Fuels, Inc., Jackman's of Bristol, Johnson Law Group, and Rainbow Pediatrics.


Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week
Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week from Mt. Abraham Union High School. 

This year, every Student of the Week will receive $25 in local currency, thanks to the generosity of Full Circle Building and Remodeling LLC. Student of the Week is also made possible by the following advertiser support: Bristol Beverage, Business Telephone Systems, Friend Construction, Full Circle Building and Remodeling, J.W. & D.E. Ryan, Jackman Fuels, Inc., Jackman's of Bristol, Johnson Law Group, and Rainbow Pediatrics.


Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week
Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week from Otter Valley Union High School, Marissa D.! 

This year, every Student of the Week will receive $25 in local currency, thanks to the generosity of Full Circle Building and Remodeling LLC. Student of the Week is also made possible by the following advertiser support: Bristol Beverage, Business Telephone Systems, Friend Construction, Full Circle Building and Remodeling, J.W. & D.E. Ryan, Jackman Fuels, Inc., Jackman's of Bristol, Johnson Law Group, and Rainbow Pediatrics.


🎅Calling all Addison County kids! We want to print
🎅Calling all Addison County kids! We want to print your letters to Santa in the paper. Parents, you can help by: 

❄️ Emailing your child's letter to news@addisonindependent.com
❄️ Mailing your letter to 48 Maple St, Middlebury VT, 05753
❄️ Stopping by the Addy Indy office with your letter so we can scan it

We can't wait to share your holiday wishes!


Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week
Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week from Middlebury Union High School Vermont, Marolyn B.! 

This year, every Student of the Week will receive $25 in local currency, thanks to the generosity of Full Circle Building and Remodeling LLC. Student of the Week is also made possible by the following advertiser support: Bristol Beverage, Business Telephone Systems, Friend Construction, Full Circle Building and Remodeling, J.W. & D.E. Ryan, Jackman Fuels, Inc., Jackman's of Bristol, Johnson Law Group, and Rainbow Pediatrics.


Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week
Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week from Addison Northwest School District, Phoebe R.! 

This year, every Student of the Week will receive $25 in local currency, thanks to the generosity of Full Circle Building and Remodeling LLC. Student of the Week is also made possible by the following advertiser support: Bristol Beverage, Business Telephone Systems, Friend Construction, Full Circle Building and Remodeling, J.W. & D.E. Ryan, Jackman Fuels, Inc., Jackman's of Bristol, Johnson Law Group, and Rainbow Pediatrics.


There’s a new vending machine in Bristol, but it’s
There’s a new vending machine in Bristol, but it’s not the kind that dispenses sodas, candy bars or chips. Stationed right next to the Bristol Police headquarters at 72 Munsill Ave., this public health vending machine offers Narcan and other emergency supplies. It's free to anyone who needs it. Read more here: https://www.addisonindependent.com/2025/11/26/public-health-vending-machine-installed-in-bristol/


Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week
Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week from Otter Valley Union High School, Zachary D.! 

This year, every Student of the Week will receive $25 in local currency, thanks to the generosity of Full Circle Building and Remodeling LLC. Student of the Week is also made possible by the following advertiser support: Bristol Beverage, Business Telephone Systems, Friend Construction, Full Circle Building and Remodeling, J.W. & D.E. Ryan, Jackman Fuels, Inc., Jackman's of Bristol, Johnson Law Group, and Rainbow Pediatrics.


Addison County residents are likely used to seeing
Addison County residents are likely used to seeing corn growing in local fields, as the crop is a popular one often used by farmers to feed their livestock. While many local farms continue to grow corn and other well-known forage crops for their animals, some have shifted to another option — sorghum sudangrass.

UVM Extension officials note the annual grass crop is drought-resistant and can provide a resilient option for farmers’ forage systems. Sorghum sudangrass was the focus of a recent farmer roundtable hosted by the Middlebury Extension Office, where local farmers gathered to discuss how the crop has performed at their operations. Read more at our link in bio.


Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week
Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week from Mt. Abraham Union High School, Maris L.!

This year, every Student of the Week will receive $25 in local currency, thanks to the generosity of Full Circle Building and Remodeling LLC. Student of the Week is also made possible by the following advertiser support: Bristol Beverage, Business Telephone Systems, Friend Construction, Full Circle Building and Remodeling, J.W. & D.E. Ryan, Jackman Fuels, Inc., Jackman's of Bristol, Johnson Law Group, and Rainbow Pediatrics.


Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week
Congratulations to this week's Student of the Week from Addison Northwest School District, Ryan W.! 

This year, every Student of the Week will receive $25 in local currency, thanks to the generosity of Full Circle Building and Remodeling LLC. Student of the Week is also made possible by the following advertiser support: Bristol Beverage, Business Telephone Systems, Friend Construction, Full Circle Building and Remodeling, J.W. & D.E. Ryan, Jackman Fuels, Inc., Jackman's of Bristol, Johnson Law Group, and Rainbow Pediatrics.



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