NEK Moms Weekend Scoop: February 24-26

If the forecast holds true, this weekend may be perfect snow days for outdoor play and adventure!  If you’re looking for family fun, here’s a look at some of the events happening in and around Vermont’s NEK.  Enjoy!

Friday, February 24th:

• Lyndon/Burke Snowflake Festival continues this weekend.  The full schedule is here.
• Village Kids Boutique, Kids Coloring Contest. Lyndonville.  Prizes, treats & fun
• Burke Mt. Sundae run., 12:30-2pm $3/person
• Ice Skate Lessons, Fenton Chester Ice Arena, 5:45pm.  Info call: 626-9361

Saturday, February 25th:

• Lyndon/Burke Snowflake Festival continues this weekend.  The full schedule is here.
• St. Johnsbury Ballet Winter Recital, 4pm.,  Fuller Hall (St. Johnsbury Academy), tix at door
• Village Kids Boutique, Kids Coloring Contest.  Prizes, treats & fun
• NEK Snowmobile Drag Racing, Route 114, 8:30 a.m. – all day.
• Catamount Bluegrass Jam, 7:00pm, Catamount Arts, St. Johnsbury
• Cardboard Box Races, Lyndon Outing Club, noon.
• Craft & Yard Sale, Irasburg, Town Hall, 9am-3pm.  Benefits Vermont Family Theater.
• Public Ice Skating, Fenton Chester Ice Arena, 3:30-5pm
• Burke Mt. Comedy Club Series, 8pm.  Call 626-7395 for tix.  Hello, did someone say date night?

 Sunday, February 26th:

• Lyndon/Burke Snowflake Festival continues this weekend.  The full schedule is here.
• Public Ice Skating, Fenton Chester Ice Arena, 12:30-2:30pm, $3/person
• Sliding Party, Old Stone House Museum, 1-4pm.  Square dancing, XC skiing, sliding, sleigh rides.  Free admission. Info call: 754-2022.
• Open Mic at Parker Pie, W. Glover, 7:30pm.  All welcome.
• XC Citizens Race, Dashney Road Nordic Center, E. Burke, Kingdom Trails Association, 3pm registration
• Hope on the Slopes, Jay Peak Ski & Ride Fundraiser for American Cancer Society, 8am+, Participate or watch the fun.
• Suzanne Farrell Ballet, Lyndon Institute, 7pm.  Info at Catamount Arts

Note: We try to verify the accuracy of the event info, but mistakes and the unexpected happen.  Be sure to double check event times and schedules, especially in the event of inclement weather.

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