

Cover Story
From Goshen to Erewhon, Republic of Vermont Sells ‘Vermont’
Annina Seiler and Ethan West have built their business from a small maple and honey farm into a “lifestyle brand” that reaches all 50 states with syrup and more.
News
School Leaders Say Education Is Becoming Politicized
The dynamic has led to an erosion of trust between those in the field and the agency tasked with overseeing them, making it difficult for them to work together.
Contentious Burlington Election Season Signals Deepening Divide
Activists threw mud at the family of Democratic council candidate Ryan Nick, who lost to Progressive Marek Broderick. The race laid bare the continuing Democrats-versus-Progressives split.
BirdieBlue Saves Ski and Snowboard Clothing From the Landfill
The Vermont brand, founded by Kate Harvey of Stowe, partners with Burton and other retailers to source upcycled materials for its in-demand accessories.
A Woodbury Illustrator Captures the Essence of Town Meeting
Natalya Zahn was inspired by the annual event in her small town and decided to sketch it. The collage of images spread across two panels reflects the Vermont tradition.
From the Publisher: Maple Milanese
Every North American knows what to do with maple syrup, but in the 1990s publisher Paula Routly tried to sell the sweet stuff in Italy — no easy task.
Former Diplomat Galbraith Fears Long Conflict Ahead in Iran
“Wars always look great on day one or week one,” said the former diplomat. “But they rarely turn out as their architects intend.”
Arts+Culture
Skin Deep: Tattoos and Graffiti Shine at a Show in Barre
Studio Place Arts presents works inspired by tattoos and graffiti but made in other mediums, including collage, embroidery and photography.
Green Mountain Film Festival Celebrates a Quarter Century
The fest presents film screenings and parties from March 12 to 15 in downtown Montpelier, including local premieres and Oscar nominees.
Book Review: ‘Sidework,’ Sasha Hom
In her debut novella, the Vermonter captures the endless grind of work and life through the eyes of a Korean American waitress during a single restaurant shift.
Classical Music ‘Power Couple’ to Lead Capital City Concerts
Series founder Karen Kevra is stepping down after 26 years. Vermont natives Jillian Reed and Tyler Emerson will succeed her as co-musical directors.
Q&A: Photographer Adam Silverman Captures Vermont at Its Best
Silverman has more than 42,000 online followers for his photos of the state’s epic landscapes. Go behind the scenes of this “Stuck in Vermont” video.
Pretty Polarized: Winter Is Worth Seeing in ‘Zero Celsius’
The Waitsfield gallery presents a short film about Greenland, a video installation visualizing mountains and photos of diversity on the ski slopes.
Giacomo d’Orlando Pictures People Living With Changing Oceans
The Italian photographer documents coastal communities across southeast Asia where climate change means adapting to new ways of existing symbiotically with water.
Magnificent 7: Must See, Must Do Events in and Around Vermont, March 11-18
Explore our editor’s picks for must-do events in Vermont this week, including planetary party Astronomy Day at the Montshire Museum of Science in Norwich.
Food+Drink
Williston’s Spaghet Red Sauce Joint Takes On Olive Garden
Chittenden Co. restaurateur Jed Davis’ new spot is a local rival to the Italian American chain, with well-made classics — but not unlimited breadsticks.
Small Pleasures: Haymaker Bun’s Frozen Four-Packs Are a Quick Morning Treat
The bakery with cafés in Middlebury and Burlington is known for its brioche buns. With boxes of O.G.s now at 40 stores, you can prepare them at home in 12 minutes.
Miss Lyndonville Diner to Relaunch Under New Ownership
Locals Tori and Justin Deos bought the beloved restaurant from longtime owner Janet Gray Burnor, who rebuilt after the July 2024 floods but chose not to reopen.
Vermont Farmer Corie Pierce Featured on PBS’ ‘Women of the Earth’
Charlotte filmmaker Chiara Hollender wraps up her show’s second season with the March 12 episode about Bread & Butter Farm in South Burlington and Shelburne.
Music+Nightlife
‘Live From Laurel Canyon’ Tells the History of Folk Rock
Singer-songwriter Brian Chartrand takes audiences back in time with a musical history lesson on the influential 1960 and ’70s Los Angeles folk-rock scene.
On the Beat: University of Vermont Music Program Turns 100
UVM celebrates the centennial by showcasing 100 shows. Dharma Ramirez returns as Deerest, and Dave Keller’s latest album gets nominated for a blues award.
Album Review: Greaseface, ‘Brick & Mortar’
The Burlington indie band continues to offer a meaty spread of fuzzy guitar, chunky bass and nor’easter drums on its new LP.
Eye on the Scene: Mowgli Giannitti at Venetian Cocktail & Soda Lounge
The Satyrdagg musician’s Sunday solo-piano residency at the recently refreshed Venetian made photographer Luke Awtry crave hot dogs and Led Zeppelin.
On Screen
Maggie Gyllenhaal’s ‘The Bride!’ Offers a Chaotic New Twist on the Frankenstein Mythos
Jessie Buckley plays both undead Mary Shelley and the gun moll her spirit possesses in a riot grrl take on the 1935 Bride of Frankenstein.
Now Playing in Theaters, March 11-18
In addition to Pillion, here’s what is playing in Northern and Central Vermont movie theaters this week. Listings include new movies, vintage films and a directory of open theaters.
Fun Stuff
Ask the Rev: Can a Cynic and an Optimist Reconcile Their Differences?
Mismatched couples can make it work as long as there is love, acceptance and respect. Here are some tips to help partners embrace their opposite outlooks.
Free Will Astrology (3/11/26)
Check out Rob Brezsny’s expanded weekly audio horoscopes & daily text message horoscopes: realastrology.com or 1-877-873-4888.
Life Lines
Obituary: Eleanor F. Newton, 1930-2026
Editor and translator worked in New York publishing; enjoyed sharing and listening to others’ life stories
Obituary: Anna Deller, 1931-2026
Beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother loved the theater and was a longtime house manager at the Flynn
Obituary: Barbara Dickinson McDowell, 1934-2026
Shelburne resident loved working at Burlington High School, travel, entertaining, and playing games with family and friends
Obituary: Gordon R. Wilkins, 1941-2026
Dedicated UVM hockey and basketball fan whistled and hummed his way through life
Obituary: William “Bill” Arthur Mraz, 1936-2026
Brilliant engineer, steadfast teacher, devoted outdoorsman and lover of dogs was known for his ingenuity and dry wit
Obituary: Timothy H. Bouvier, 1955-2026
Longtime CCTA driver grew up and raised a family in Burlington
Obituary: Jeanette Siciliano, 1938-2026
Scientist, teacher, world traveler and lifelong lover of learning was a devoted patron of the arts
Obituary: Eugene “Gene” Smith, 1939-2026
Professor is remembered for his wry wit, wonderful stories and sense of humor
Obituary: James Francis Paolucci, 1938-2025
Rutland native’s joy was sharing great meals, good spirits, good golf and happy times with his family and friends







