Burlington

Burlington 2044 - What Will It Be Like? 03/29/2024

Embark on a captivating journey through time as Gwen and Fiona explore the evolution of Burlington's cityscape. Come along for the ride as they peel back the layers of history to uncover what the city looked like in the past, examine its current state, and dare to predict what the future holds for the urban landscape.

Through a combination of archival footage, present-day visuals, and analysis from locals, Gwen and Fiona transport you back in time to experience the sights of Burlington's earliest days. From bustling streets to iconic landmarks, Gwen and Fiona paint a vivid picture of the past that laid the foundation for the vibrant metropolis we know today.

Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger: Trans Day of Visibility 2024 Flag Raising At Burlington City Hall 03/29/2024

From the Mayor's Office:

Mayor Weinberger, Mayor-elect Mulvaney-Stanak, and community partners raise the Burlington Trans Pride Flag at City Hall to recognize Trans Day of Visibility. The Burlington Trans Pride Flag was developed as part of the City’s Trans People Belong campaign, and the flag raised at City Hall was sewn by a community member.

Guests include Mayor Miro Weinberger, Mayor-elect Emma Mulvaney-Stanak, City Councilor Joe Magee, Em Russo from the Pride Center, Robin from Outright Vermont, and community members.

Voices of Vermont: New Sister Cities with Burlington 03/29/2024

Host Eric Agnero is joined by Sandy Baird and Steve Goodkind, Citizen Journalists, and Burlington City Councilor Ali Dieng. Also joining is a guest from Ivory Coast, Dr. Sosthène Dougrou, Political Analyst and Humanitarian Diplomat.

They discuss Burlington and the New Housing Code, Burlington's new Sister City in Senegal: Thies. They also debate Israel-US-Rift: simple drama or serious impact on the ward? Lastly, they discuss Senegal, a new President, and a political earthquake.

The Sister Cities Organizations are international, long-term partnerships between two communities. These partnerships are designed to promote intercultural understanding and interpersonal connections.

For more information visit: https://www.burlingtonvt.gov/Mayor/Sister-Cities

Total Solar Eclipse in Vermont 2024: Totality Talks: Big Discoveries Made Possible During Eclipses 03/28/2024

From OBSCURA:

Interesting things happen close to the Sun. Join UVM's John Perry to learn how several extraordinary discoveries were made during total solar eclipses when the sky gets dark enough for us to view our Sun, and how those efforts will continue this April.

For more information visit: https://loveburlington.org/obscura-burlington/

Burlington Progressives TV: Elected Councilors to Burlington City Council 03/28/2024

From Burlington Progressives TV:

Host Gene Bergman is joined by four elected councilors: Carter Neubieser, Joe Kane, Melo Grant, and Marek Broderick.

African Variety Show: Panafricanism, Economic War in the Democratic Republic of Congo 03/28/2024

From Dr. Wetchi:

Host Dr. Jules Wetchi is joined by Robin Lloyd from Toward Freedom and Patrick Fala, Humans Rights Expert, Activist, and Inspector in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Preservation Burlington: Honoring the Old North End's Glassmakers 03/28/2024

From Preservation Burlington:

Co-hosts Ron Wanamaker and Liisa Reimann sit down with Diana Carlisle from The Friends of Lakeview Cemetery. They discuss ongoing restoration efforts, planned walking tours, and an upcoming commemorative plaque.

More information: preservationburlington.org

Burlington Ward 8 NPA Meeting 03/28/2024

For more information on the Burlington Neighborhood Planning Assemblies (NPA) and their current procedures and meeting dates, please visit burlingtonvt.gov/CEDO/Neighborhood-Services/Neighborhood-Planning-Assemblies.

Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger: Final Mornings with Miro Conversations 03/27/2024

From the Mayor's Office:

Join Mayor Weinberger at The Bagel Cafe and Deli at 1127 North Avenue.

For more information visit: www.burlingtonvt.gov/Mayor

Burlington Wards 4 and 7 NPA Meeting 03/27/2024

Featured Story

CCTV Receives NEH Grant to Support Community Archives

CCTV Center for Media & Democracy is pleased to announce receipt of a National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Humanities Collections and Reference Resources grant alongside 32 peer archival institutions across the country. This $49,927 grant award will support efforts to preserve and expand access to audio/visual community history materials in the CCTV Archives. Read more about this opportunity here!