We look forward to meeting and engaging with as many Addison District residents as we can, both during the election season and after.
We would love to hear about your families and vision for Vermont, listen to your concerns, and answer your questions. We hope to see you at these community events.
Unable to join us at one of these events? We still hope to hear from you. Here's how to get in touch.
Unable to join us at one of these events? We still hope to hear from you. Here's how to get in touch.
November
Election Day, November 6, Until 7:00 p.m., Your Local Polling Place
Your vote is your voice! To register to vote, request an absentee ballot, find out where your polling place is and when it is open, visit the Vermont Secretary of State's My Voter Page.
Your vote is your voice! To register to vote, request an absentee ballot, find out where your polling place is and when it is open, visit the Vermont Secretary of State's My Voter Page.
Middlebury Honk 'n Wave, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m., Roundabout
You can find us at the roundabout, smiling, holding signs, and waving. Drop by and stay for as long as you can.
You can find us at the roundabout, smiling, holding signs, and waving. Drop by and stay for as long as you can.
Voting Party, November 6, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., College Park in Middlebury
Middlebury College Center for Community Engagement and the student organization MiddVote hosts this event to celebrate civic pride and encourage greater participation in the midterm election. Stop by the white tent for free pizza and hot chocolate. Face-painting for children offered by Middlebury College student volunteers.
Middlebury College Center for Community Engagement and the student organization MiddVote hosts this event to celebrate civic pride and encourage greater participation in the midterm election. Stop by the white tent for free pizza and hot chocolate. Face-painting for children offered by Middlebury College student volunteers.
Past Events
Addison County Fair & Field Days, August 10 & 11
Come say hello to Marie in the dairy barn throughout the day on Friday and Saturday. Her family's farm, Blue Spruce Farm, is exhibiting some of their Ayrshire calves and cows this week. Be on the lookout for green and yellow balloons.
Addison County Chamber of Commerce Mixer, August 16, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., Addison County Solid Waste Management District
Vergennes Day, August 25, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Downtown Vergennes
A day of music, races, and family fun, Vergennes Day is not to be missed. Visit with us at our booth. We look forward to seeing you there!
Addison District Business Meet & Greet, August 27, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., Lincoln Peak Vineyard
Join us and other members of the Addison District business community for an evening at Lincoln Peak Vineyard in New Haven. Marie and Paul are both small business owners, and they understand the costs and challenges of doing business in Vermont. We would love to hear about your experiences in business, listen to your concerns, and discuss our vision for businesses. Enjoy Lincoln Peak wine, Champlain Orchards cider, and delicious food, too! Kindly RSVP to audetralstonvermont@gmail.com.
Old Pharts Club, August 30, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m., Cubbers
2018 Governor's Environmental Achievement Award Ceremony, August 31, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Vermont Coffee Company
Addison County Chamber of Commerce Mixer, September 5, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., Ralph Myhre Golf Course
Come say hello to Marie in the dairy barn throughout the day on Friday and Saturday. Her family's farm, Blue Spruce Farm, is exhibiting some of their Ayrshire calves and cows this week. Be on the lookout for green and yellow balloons.
Addison County Chamber of Commerce Mixer, August 16, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., Addison County Solid Waste Management District
Vergennes Day, August 25, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Downtown Vergennes
A day of music, races, and family fun, Vergennes Day is not to be missed. Visit with us at our booth. We look forward to seeing you there!
Addison District Business Meet & Greet, August 27, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., Lincoln Peak Vineyard
Join us and other members of the Addison District business community for an evening at Lincoln Peak Vineyard in New Haven. Marie and Paul are both small business owners, and they understand the costs and challenges of doing business in Vermont. We would love to hear about your experiences in business, listen to your concerns, and discuss our vision for businesses. Enjoy Lincoln Peak wine, Champlain Orchards cider, and delicious food, too! Kindly RSVP to audetralstonvermont@gmail.com.
Old Pharts Club, August 30, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m., Cubbers
2018 Governor's Environmental Achievement Award Ceremony, August 31, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Vermont Coffee Company
Addison County Chamber of Commerce Mixer, September 5, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., Ralph Myhre Golf Course
Addison County Ag Showcase, September 6, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Bourdeau Bros., 88 Seymour Street in Middlebury
The 9th Annual Addison County Ag Showcase has everything: 50 vendors and suppliers, demos, door prizes, and Skip's Famous BBQ Chicken. It is a great time to visit with your neighbors, talk with state representatives, and meet Marie and Paul, who will have a booth.
Capitol for a Day, September 11, 12:15 - 1:30 p.m., Sunrise Orchards
The 9th Annual Addison County Ag Showcase has everything: 50 vendors and suppliers, demos, door prizes, and Skip's Famous BBQ Chicken. It is a great time to visit with your neighbors, talk with state representatives, and meet Marie and Paul, who will have a booth.
Capitol for a Day, September 11, 12:15 - 1:30 p.m., Sunrise Orchards
Addison County Workforce Development Stakeholder Summit, September 12, Basin Harbor Club
Orwell Meet & Greet, September 12, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Orwell Town Fire Department, 604 Main St.
Orwell residents Tom & Meri Audet, Mike & Jean Audet, Loren & Gail Wood, and Mark & Susan Young invite you to meet Marie and Paul at the Orwell Town Fire Department. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome.
Starksboro Energy Forum, September 14, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., Starksboro Public Library
Hunger Council of Addison County, September 18, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., CSAC
17th Annual VBSR Awards Ceremony & Dinner, September 20, 5:30 p.m., Basin Harbor Club
Orwell Meet & Greet, September 12, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Orwell Town Fire Department, 604 Main St.
Orwell residents Tom & Meri Audet, Mike & Jean Audet, Loren & Gail Wood, and Mark & Susan Young invite you to meet Marie and Paul at the Orwell Town Fire Department. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome.
Starksboro Energy Forum, September 14, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., Starksboro Public Library
Hunger Council of Addison County, September 18, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., CSAC
17th Annual VBSR Awards Ceremony & Dinner, September 20, 5:30 p.m., Basin Harbor Club
Bristol Harvest Festival, September 22, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Downtown Bristol
The Bristol Harvest Festival is a full day of live music on the bandstand, activities for kids, pony rides, live demonstrations, crafters, vendors, and area non-profit organizations. Visit with us at our booth. We look forward to seeing you there!
From the Statehouse to the Farmhouse, September 23, 2:30-5:30 p.m., Footprint Farm & Champlain Valley Hops
The Bristol Harvest Festival is a full day of live music on the bandstand, activities for kids, pony rides, live demonstrations, crafters, vendors, and area non-profit organizations. Visit with us at our booth. We look forward to seeing you there!
From the Statehouse to the Farmhouse, September 23, 2:30-5:30 p.m., Footprint Farm & Champlain Valley Hops
Huntington Cream, Coffee & Conversation, September 29, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m., Beaudry's Store
Join us for coffee at Beaudry's! Tell us about what's important to you and ask your questions.
Join us for coffee at Beaudry's! Tell us about what's important to you and ask your questions.
Making It Happen - Vermont Community Leadership Summit, October 1, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Castleton University
Meet & Greet with Gov. Phil Scott and Audet & Ralston, October 2, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., Champlain Valley Equipment in Middlebury
| RSVP NEEDED | Join us for an evening of conversations with Gov. Phil Scott, and Marie Audet & Paul Ralston. BBQ & Beverages provided, donations appreciated. Event begins at 5:30, remarks at 6:00. Then watch as Gov. Scott and Paul Ralston compete in a precision excavator challenge! Kindly RSVP to audetralstonvermont@gmail.com.
| RSVP NEEDED | Join us for an evening of conversations with Gov. Phil Scott, and Marie Audet & Paul Ralston. BBQ & Beverages provided, donations appreciated. Event begins at 5:30, remarks at 6:00. Then watch as Gov. Scott and Paul Ralston compete in a precision excavator challenge! Kindly RSVP to audetralstonvermont@gmail.com.
Candidate Forum, October 3, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Vergennes Union High School
The Addison County Chamber of Commerce and the Addison County Economic Development Corporation are cohosting three candidate forums in October so our voters can get to know the candidates.
The Addison County Chamber of Commerce and the Addison County Economic Development Corporation are cohosting three candidate forums in October so our voters can get to know the candidates.
Farm Bureau Annual Meeting, October 8, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Candidate Forum, October 10, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Middlebury Union High School
The Addison County Chamber of Commerce and the Addison County Economic Development Corporation are cohosting three candidate forums in October so our voters can get to know the candidates.
Addison County Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting & Awards Celebration, October 11, 8:00 - 9:30 a.m., Tourterelle
The Addison County Chamber of Commerce and the Addison County Economic Development Corporation are cohosting three candidate forums in October so our voters can get to know the candidates.
Addison County Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting & Awards Celebration, October 11, 8:00 - 9:30 a.m., Tourterelle
Candidate Forum, October 17, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Mt. Abraham Union High School
The Addison County Chamber of Commerce and the Addison County Economic Development Corporation are cohosting three candidate forums in October so our voters can get to know the candidates.
The Addison County Chamber of Commerce and the Addison County Economic Development Corporation are cohosting three candidate forums in October so our voters can get to know the candidates.
Addison County Chamber of Commerce Mixer, October 18, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m., EastView in Middlebury
Ferrisburgh Firehouse Pancake Breakfast, October 27, 7:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Marie and Paul will attend the annual Ferrisburgh Firehouse Pancake Breakfast to visit with Addison District residents over Dakin Farm Buttermilk Pancakes, Vermont Maple Syrup, Bacon, Sausage, Juice & Coffee. $8 Adults, $6 Seniors, $4 Kids
Marie and Paul will attend the annual Ferrisburgh Firehouse Pancake Breakfast to visit with Addison District residents over Dakin Farm Buttermilk Pancakes, Vermont Maple Syrup, Bacon, Sausage, Juice & Coffee. $8 Adults, $6 Seniors, $4 Kids
Middlebury Honk 'n Wave, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m., 31 Court Street
You can find us in front of the Hair Network at 31 Court Street, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their way to work and school. Drop by and stay for as long as you can. If you give us a heads up that you're coming, we can even bring you some coffee!
You can find us in front of the Hair Network at 31 Court Street, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their way to work and school. Drop by and stay for as long as you can. If you give us a heads up that you're coming, we can even bring you some coffee!
VTrans Forum, October 30, 9:00 a.m., Addison County Regional Planning Offices
Bristol Honk 'n Wave, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m., Bristol Town Green
You can find us in front of the Bristol Town Green, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their way to work and school. Drop by and stay for as long as you can. If you give us a heads up that you're coming, we can even bring you some coffee!
You can find us in front of the Bristol Town Green, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their way to work and school. Drop by and stay for as long as you can. If you give us a heads up that you're coming, we can even bring you some coffee!
Bristol Honk 'n Wave, November 5, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m., Intersection of Routes 116 and 17
You can find us in front of Livingston's, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their way to work and school. Drop by and stay for as long as you can.
You can find us in front of Livingston's, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their way to work and school. Drop by and stay for as long as you can.
Vergennes Honk 'n Wave, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m., Vergennes Town Green
You can find us in front of the Vergennes Town Green, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their way to work and school. Drop by and stay for as long as you can. If you give us a heads up that you're coming, we can even bring you some coffee!
You can find us in front of the Vergennes Town Green, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their way to work and school. Drop by and stay for as long as you can. If you give us a heads up that you're coming, we can even bring you some coffee!
Senior Meal, November 1, 12:00 p.m., First Baptist Church of Bristol
Middlebury Honk 'n Wave, November 1, 4:00 - 5:30 p.m., Park Across from Middlebury Inn
You can find us in park across from the Middlebury Inn, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their way home from work and school. Drop by and stay for as long as you can.
You can find us in park across from the Middlebury Inn, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their way home from work and school. Drop by and stay for as long as you can.
Meet The Makery, November 1, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., Hannaford Career Center in Middlebury
Addison County has a new space for makers, creatives, artists, entrepreneurs, and innovators. The vision of The Makery is to provide a place for people to imagine, experiment, network, collaborate, and create for personal and professional growth. The Makery will utilize the Hannaford Career Center’s infrastructure to provide the community with a maker space for Addison County. The Makery is a membership-based collaborative that currently offers an Engineering Lab/3D Printing, a Building Trades Lab, and a Sewing Lab.
Addison County has a new space for makers, creatives, artists, entrepreneurs, and innovators. The vision of The Makery is to provide a place for people to imagine, experiment, network, collaborate, and create for personal and professional growth. The Makery will utilize the Hannaford Career Center’s infrastructure to provide the community with a maker space for Addison County. The Makery is a membership-based collaborative that currently offers an Engineering Lab/3D Printing, a Building Trades Lab, and a Sewing Lab.
Shoreham Honk 'n Wave, November 2, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m., Corner of Routes 74 and 22A
You can find us at the corner of Routes 74 and 22A in Shoreham, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their way to work and school. Drop by and stay for as long as you can. If you give us a heads up that you're coming, we can even bring you some coffee!
You can find us at the corner of Routes 74 and 22A in Shoreham, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their way to work and school. Drop by and stay for as long as you can. If you give us a heads up that you're coming, we can even bring you some coffee!
HOPE Food Shelf Tour, November 2, 2:00 p.m.
Tours highlight the inner workings of HOPE's food shelf and their resale store that generated $124,000 last year to support HOPE's local poverty relief work. If you would like to join us at this tour, kindly RSVP to Heather Potter at hpotter@hope-vt.org.
Tours highlight the inner workings of HOPE's food shelf and their resale store that generated $124,000 last year to support HOPE's local poverty relief work. If you would like to join us at this tour, kindly RSVP to Heather Potter at hpotter@hope-vt.org.
Annual Holiday Bazaar, November 3, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Congregational Church of Middlebury
A wide variety of gift and personal items: artwork, crafts and other handmade items, toys, books, a room full of “attic treasures” as well as finer things, including jewelry, quilt raffle, and Santa from 10 a.m.-noon. Lunch served in Fellowship Hall or take out. Also on sale, homemade cakes, pies, cookies, breads and more. A Gardening Table will offer a wide variety of indoor and outdoor plants, bulbs and seeds.
A wide variety of gift and personal items: artwork, crafts and other handmade items, toys, books, a room full of “attic treasures” as well as finer things, including jewelry, quilt raffle, and Santa from 10 a.m.-noon. Lunch served in Fellowship Hall or take out. Also on sale, homemade cakes, pies, cookies, breads and more. A Gardening Table will offer a wide variety of indoor and outdoor plants, bulbs and seeds.
Empty Bowl Dinner, November 3, 6:00 p.m., Middlebury United Methodist Church
Enjoy a delicious locally made meal, featuring soups served up in the hand-made pottery bowl of your choice. All proceeds will be split evenly between CVOEO and HOPE food shelves. Tickets $30 per person, including meal, beverage and bowl, available at Middlebury Natural Foods Coop.
Enjoy a delicious locally made meal, featuring soups served up in the hand-made pottery bowl of your choice. All proceeds will be split evenly between CVOEO and HOPE food shelves. Tickets $30 per person, including meal, beverage and bowl, available at Middlebury Natural Foods Coop.
Local Women Business Owners/Crafters Expo, November 4, 12:30 - 5:00 p.m., Vergennes Eagles Club
Start your holiday shopping while supporting local women business owners and TaeKwon Do KICKS scholarship fund. Raffle prizes will be available. More than 35 vendors will be on hand selling their wares.
Start your holiday shopping while supporting local women business owners and TaeKwon Do KICKS scholarship fund. Raffle prizes will be available. More than 35 vendors will be on hand selling their wares.
Middlebury Honk 'n Wave, November 5, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m., Roundabout
You can find us at the roundabout, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their lunch break. Drop by and stay for as long as you can.
You can find us at the roundabout, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their lunch break. Drop by and stay for as long as you can.
Vergennes Honk 'n Wave, November 6, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m., Town Green
You can find us on the Town Green, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their lunch break. Drop by and stay for as long as you can.
You can find us on the Town Green, smiling, holding signs, and waving to folks on their lunch break. Drop by and stay for as long as you can.