Check out the short video on Instagram . Can you ID all the merchants behind the masks?
They say it takes 3 weeks for an action to become a habit. Are you there yet with the routine wearing of a mask? The City of Vergenne s mandates the use of masks in all stores and city buildings. To borrow a tag line from Community Bank, NA
Spread the News, Not the Virus.
Three blocks of deals in the heart of the Little City. Score some great buys on still-timely and end-of-season merchandise, preview early fall, and shop, shop, shop!

There will be sales in the alley at Sweet Charity , deals on the sidewalk with Your Turn , Linda's & Men's Corner - and Blue Lily and Malabar are taking it to the street, just off Main on So. Maple!

Businesses up, down and around Main continue to take precautions for COVID. Please wear a mask while shopping and don a smile underneath! Hours may vary by store, stay tuned for updates and specifics on social media and Front Porch Forum.
VSO Brings Music to the Heart
of the Little City
Thursday, Aug. 6th 6:30pm
The Vermont Symphony Orchestra (VSO) is embarking on a small format statewide tour this summer — hosting free concerts designed for passersby in outdoor areas in each county across the state. Together with Vergennes Opera House , the Partnership is thrilled to host a string trio at the Sue O'Daniel bandstand in the heart of Vergennes on the City Green on Thursday, August 6th.

‘ Close to Home and Far Afield ’ was born out of the need for space to provide the safe enjoyment of the VSO for listeners across Vermont. This project — kick-started by a collection of recent performances at assisted living facilities in Burlington, Middlebury, and Bristol — will continue throughout the summer and reach all 14 Vermont counties. With the status of many annual, traditional performances on hold or
canceled for the remainder of the year due to both extensive venue closures and the VSO’s own
precautions for the health of its listeners, this series strives to serve communities statewide effectively and safely. Share the news through the Partnership's Facebook page .
Take Out, then Dine Out at the Strong House Inn continues!
Take out from the Fab 5 downtown restaurants, then dine out alfresco style at the  Strong House Inn . Practice the practice of social distance dining at the Inn's beautiful back lawn and patio! Thurs-Sat, 5-9pm - for all the details and quick links, click here .
U.S. Census 2020, Why Should You Care?
There's still time to complete the 2020 census. Find out more by clicking the image above. Click here to challenge your census knowledge.
Main St. Improvement Project Update
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