Dowsing is defined as the art of discovering the presence of energies, substances, objects, missing persons or things not apparent to the senses, usually by using rods, pendulums, or other dowsing tools. It has been practiced for thousands of years in many cultures; within the healing arts, in search of treasure or minerals, in the world of agriculture, and so much more.
Have fun in the kitchen with Farm Fresh Raw Milk!
Join us for a fun afternoon of creating in the kitchen! Raw milk is so nutritious as a stand-alone beverage, but there are so many things that we can do with this wonderful (cow) dairy product. We hope that it will encourage you to find ways to bring more Farm Fresh Milk into your healthy eating.
Who We Are
The Greenhouse at Landry Park is a partnership between the City of Winooski and Vermont Garden Network (VGN) to center education and community in climate resiliency work. Inaugurated in March 2025, the Greenhouse at Landry Park serves as a propagation house to grow seedlings for community-based agriculture initiatives, as an outdoor classroom to offer hands-on workshops, and as a gathering space to host public events. The 800 sqft greenhouse is heated from March-May to allow for seed starting on pallet tables and season extension techniques allow for cultivation in raised beds during the shoulder seasons.
Position Summary
The Greenhouse Manager will oversee the production plan, infrastructure maintenance, and smooth running of greenhouse operations to serve VGN programs and community partnerships.
Primary Responsibilities
Production Plan
Infrastructure Maintenance
Greenhouse Operations
Read the full job description here.
Join us Sunday, December 7th, from 12pm - 4pm at Red Wagon Plants for our 2nd annual Winter Market! Enjoy a cozy afternoon of local art, handmade gifts, mulled wine, and sweet treats. Decorate a wreath, browse Red Wagon’s herb products, gardening tools, merch, and gift cards—perfect for plant lovers. Celebrate the season in our warm greenhouse, surrounded by community, creativity, and holiday cheer.
Create beautiful birch bark bird and star ornaments using traditional Scandinavian and Russian basketry techniques. Learn how the bark is responsibly harvested and prepared, and leave with three handmade ornaments.
Taught by Penny Hewitt, a craftsperson dedicated to reviving traditional bark and ash basketry and sharing the joy of transforming natural materials into everyday beauty. For ages 14 and up.
Through the Transition to Organic Partnership Program, northeast organizations have come together to offer a unique two-day online symposium to help sharpen your farming skills and improve your growing practices. These hour-long webinars will feature intermediate to advanced technical content, tailored specifically for organic farmers of various sizes and types. Not only is this series designed to meet the needs of experienced growers, but the Northeast Organic Farming Symposium will also assist beginning farmers in getting off on the right foot with the latest in the field.
Join UVM Extension at Rockbottom Dairy Farm for a hands-on discussion and field demonstration exploring the integration of grain feeders into an organic dairy system. This on-farm event will highlight the decision-making process, design considerations, and management strategies that come with introducing grain feeders on pasture-based organic dairies.
Participants will hear directly from the Rockbottom team about their goals, challenges, and lessons learned through the implementation process. Topics will include:
After several years on hiatus, Harvest Fest — VFFC’s signature community celebration — is back! Join us at Farmers Hall for an evening of good food, connection, and shared purpose as we gather to celebrate the people and partners who have helped transform our industrial past into a vibrant, food-centered future.
From stories of the past to visions for the future — the evening will include site history from local historians, updates on VFFC's renovation journey, and remarks from local community leaders on VFFC’s role in Rutland's future.
Request for Proposals (RFP)
Equity & Inclusion Audit for:
Capital City Farmers Market (CCFM)
PO Box 515
Montpelier, VT 05601
http://www.capitalcityfarmersmarket.com/
The Capital City Farmers Market (CCFM) invites proposals from qualified equity and inclusion consultants to conduct a comprehensive equity audit of the market. The purpose of this project is to assess CCFM’s governing structures, policies, practices, and community engagement through an equity lens, and to provide actionable recommendations that will strengthen inclusivity and accessibility for vendors, customers, and the broader community.
This RFP is an open solicitation. All interested equity and inclusion consultants are encouraged to submit a proposal in accordance with the requirements below.
CCFM has served Montpelier and the surrounding region for decades by providing a vibrant marketplace for locally grown produce, locally made goods, and prepared foods. The market is governed by a volunteer board and relies on membership feedback and community support to thrive. CCFM is committed to ensuring equitable access and participation for all community members and is seeking external expertise to assess its policies, practices, and operations.
3. Scope of Work & Phased Approach
The equity audit will take place in two phases between December 2025 and June 2026.
December 2025 – June 2026
Interested firms should submit a proposal including:
Proposals will be evaluated based on:
In partnership with The Bobolink Project,
