Kids Kitchen-Apples, Apples, Apples Galore

When: 3-5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23

Where: Swanton Recreation, 16 Jewett St., Swanton

Details: This workshop will provide a structured kitchen environment for kids grades 1-6. Lessons on nutrition, kitchen safety and cooking will be provided by an experienced chef and each workshop will cost $10 per child. Register online at Swanton Recreation’s website.

Zen with a Pen

When: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23

Where: Swanton Public Library, 1 First St., Swanton

Details: Explore creative doodling with Judy Paxman to help let the week’s stress melt away. Pre registration is required by calling (802)868-2559 or emailing [email protected]. This event is brought to the community for free by the Abenaki Nation of Missisquoi and the VT Dept. Of Health.

Child Car Seat Inspection Event

When: 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Sept. 24

Where: Highgate Volunteer Fire Department, 2996 VT Route 78, Highgate

Details: Make sure your child is riding safe by attending this free car seat inspection event. Bring your child, your car and your child’s safety seat to receive personal instruction on proper installation and use from a nationally certified technician. Co-sponsored by Highgate and Franklin Fire Departments, as well as the Be Seat Smart Program. 

Cooking Class

When: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 24

Where: Sheldon Interfaith Food Shelf

Details: Kids in grades 5 and up are invited to participate in this free cooking class offered by the Sheldon Library. Class size is limited; please pre-register at 802-933-2524 or [email protected]. See the menu at: www.facebook.com/sheldonmunicipallibrary. 

Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation

When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 24

Where: First Congregational Church, St. Albans

Details: This class is the first in a three part series that will explore ways to help reduce stress and stay centered. Everyone is welcome. The class is free, but please call to reserve your spot: 802-524-4555.

Saint Albans Museum Disc Golf Tournament

When: 2-6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24

Where: Hard’Ack Recreation, St. Albans

Details: The Saint Albans Museum is hosting a disc golf tournament to support its mission of protecting local history and culture. There will be a full 18-hole course with two person teams as well as recreational and advanced divisions with prizes for each division.

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