Good morning, this is your Burlington Local Frequency for Monday, August 25, 2025.It is a sunny and beautiful summer morning along the lake, and Burlington is buzzing with back-to-school energy and plenty of things to do if you want to soak up the final days of August. On the city’s safety beat, authorities are continuing to investigate a suspicious package on Pearl Street. Police and fire officials responded quickly, and the situation is under close watch, with ongoing updates promised for the community. Meanwhile, state police remain busy in the region, including a continued investigation into a suspicious death in southern Vermont and recent incidents of negligent vehicle operation. Local officials are urging residents to stay alert and travel thoughtfully as school traffic picks back up.If you are looking for fun, Foam Brewers on the waterfront is the place to be this week. This afternoon, you can catch the talents of singer-songwriter and storyteller Matt Hagen for a free show. Keep your eyes out for Tuesday’s Local Dork DJ session, and mark your calendar for Thursday jazz with Samara Lark, whose unique vocals blend jazz, bossa nova, and pop in one free waterfront concert. Friday night, Evolfo shakes up the scene with their psychedelic garage rock at 9 PM, and for those craving local flavor, Saturday night brings the Common Ground 30-Year Anniversary Show, celebrating Vermont’s punk and hardcore roots with just a five dollar cover.For family-friendly options, ECHO Leahy Center continues its wildly popular Rube Goldberg exhibit. Running until early September, this hands-on collection of wacky, inventive machines inspires visitors of all ages. And if you have young engineers in the making or anyone who loves creative problem-solving, it’s a must-see before school routines lock in. ECHO Members can also stop by early on Saturdays for exclusive member mornings for a quieter, more interactive experience.Art lovers won’t want to miss the Third Annual Willow Invitational Art Show, “Flowstate: Connecting through Art.” Almost a hundred works from forty Vermont artists are on display, making this one of the city’s largest juried art exhibitions this summer. The event explores the impact of art on our sense of community and is a great way to support local creativity.Looking ahead, the fun ramps up as we approach the end of August. The Vermont Lake Monsters are gearing up for “Champ’s Birthday” celebration this coming weekend, complete with baseball, giveaways, and a family-friendly party at the ballpark. On Friday night, Moonlight Madness Mini Golf is back in Burlington, with karaoke, a live DJ, glow lights, and unlimited rounds for just under eight dollars—a perfect way to wind down the last Friday night of summer vacation.If you or someone you know is looking for support or connection, the local chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness hosts its “Sharing Hope” conversation series this Wednesday evening. The free event at Allen Street focuses on mental health and wellness in Burlington’s Black and African ancestry communities, offering a warm, supportive space for open discussion.That’s the local pulse for today. Stay safe, stay curious, and make the most of these late-summer days, whether you are grooving on the waterfront, exploring hands-on fun with the kids, or relaxing over art and music. 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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