Good morning, this is your Burlington Local Frequency for Monday, August 4, 2025. Thanks for joining us at the start of the week. As the sun rises over Champlain, Burlington wakes up to a day buzzing with activity, and we’re here to connect you to what’s going on in and around our city.First off, if the sky looks a bit haze-filled this morning, you are not alone in noticing. Wildfire smoke from Canada has drifted into Burlington, bringing that familiar amber haze to the region. Meteorologists at the National Weather Service office here in Burlington say the smoke is entrenched for now, and air quality could be an issue for folks with breathing sensitivities. For now, they recommend taking it easy outdoors, especially for those in sensitive groups. It may not clear out until midweek, depending on wind patterns, so keep that in mind when planning your outdoor adventures.For those heading out on the roads, there are a few things to watch for. Route 15 near Foote Brook Road is partially blocked after a crash earlier, with delays expected as crews work to clear the area. If that’s on your commute, allow some extra time or consider an alternate route. And VT 67A construction continues throughout the week, so plan ahead for shifting traffic patterns during the workday.Looking for something to do around town today? The University of Vermont’s Billings Library is open for its special “Building for All Time” architectural exhibit, and the Dana Health Sciences Library features the Planetary Health Exhibit if you want to escape the haze and dive into some science and history. Both exhibits run throughout the day and offer a chance to explore Burlington’s cultural side.Echo Leahy Center downtown is hosting the Rube Goldberg–World of Hilarious Invention exhibit kicking off at 10am. It’s a fun stop for families, inventors, and the young at heart excited to witness the zaniest machines in action.Community energy was at its peak this weekend with the Lake Champlain Dragon Boat Festival—hundreds gathered at the waterfront to paddle for a cause, supporting cancer survivors and joining in for an unforgettable blend of sports, water, and local spirit. If you missed it, keep an eye out for more community events all month.Music lovers have lots to look forward to as well. Tomorrow night, Foam Brewers on the waterfront hosts “Local Dork,” a free DJ night spinning vinyl every Tuesday. It’s a relaxed way to settle into the week with friends and local craft brews. Looking ahead to Thursday, Foam has a live set from NYC’s art punks Tea Eater and Brooklyn’s psych-funk ISTA, also free and sure to be an eclectic, high-energy evening on the lake.And mark your calendars for Wednesday—Shelburne Farms launches its Community Concert Series in the Farm Barn Courtyard with free music in a picturesque setting, and RiRa Pub’s Trivia Night downtown is always a winner for a midweek challenge.That’s your pulse on Burlington this Monday. However you spend the day, from lakeside to library, from local roads to local music, you’re part of what makes this city vibrant and unique. This has been Burlington Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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