Archives for "March, 2010"

Posted by missmagpie on 30th March 2010

These are few of my favorite things -Trapp Family Lodge

As you drive up the winding road, there’s a very good reason the welcoming sign includes “family” in the Trapp Family Lodge. From the warm and friendly staff that makes you feel at home, to wide variety of activity and events sure to please everyone in your group, Trapp has it all. We arrived on [...]

Posted by missmagpie on 26th March 2010

Spring has Sprung

That means it is time for the Easter Bunny, Maple Syrup and Pancake Breakfasts! During last weekend in March Sugarhouses throughout Vermont are open to the public celebrating the maple syrup season. Stop by for a sample and watch the syrup being made. Vermont Tradwinds Farm – Shoreham, Vermont Here they produce 100% pure maple [...]

Posted by missmagpie on 24th March 2010

When Elmo Grows Up

Everyone’s favorite curious, little red monster is coming to town.  That’s right! Elmo and his Sesame Street Live friends – Big Bird, Cookie Monster, Bert and Ernie arrive at the Flynn Theatre on April 20 and 21 for three shows. Each performance is 90 minutes of singing, dancing and audience participation, including a 15-minute intermission. [...]

Posted by missmagpie on 23rd March 2010

Bloggers We Love: Dana Freeman

Reposted from the Outside.In blog where they are all about local content, and some of the best sources of that content are local bloggers that live and write in neighborhoods all across the country. They write about restaurants, business, town council meetings, fishing, nightlife, art, outdoor adventure, real estate, music and much more. BLOGGER: Dana [...]

Posted by missmagpie on 18th March 2010

Tap That Sap

Streams aren’t the only things running this time of year. With temps rising above 40 degrees sap is just pouring out of the maple trees and into the buckets.  Vermont sugar houses are boiling it up and making it into maple syrup. Take your family out and enjoy the long standing, end-of-winter, sugar on snow [...]

Posted by missmagpie on 12th March 2010

The Luck of the Irish

The Burlington Irish Heritage Festival takes place both days this weekend and is jam packed with fun for kids and families.  Most of the events are free of charge. Don’t miss the Irish stories and crafts at the Fletcher Free library or the Penny whistle workshop. Always a favorite on Sunday is the Festival Ceili [...]

Posted by missmagpie on 9th March 2010

Land of the Free: 5 fab freebies in Burlington, Vermont

Miss Magpie, a.k.a Dana Freeman, the editorial director of FindandGoSeek.net recently had the opportunity to be a guest writer for WeJustGotBack.com.   Here is an excerpt from her article in which she shares five fabulous free things to do in and around Burlington, Vermont. Maple Open House at Shelburne Farms: Shelburne Farms is a dairy farm [...]

Posted by missmagpie on 8th March 2010

Everybody is a Winner!

Daniela Taylor Michaels you are our WINNER!!  We are in an altruistic mood, so despite the fact that we didn’t reach our goal of 500 facebook fans, we are still going to give 6 COTS families the opportunity to see the show. And, as an added bonus we want our loyal fans and followers to [...]

Posted by missmagpie on 8th March 2010

Happy Campers

In a few short months Summer will be here.  It is hard to think about sending them to camp when there is still snow on the ground but with some proper planning, things will be smooth sailing once school is out. With so many camps to choose from, you are bound to find the perfect [...]

Posted by missmagpie on 3rd March 2010

Rants and Raves – #4

And a little something extra Right now if you write a review on FindandGoSeek you will be automatically entered to win VIP tickets to see Elmo Grows Up at the Flynn Theater on April 21, at 3:30 pm.  The more reviews you write, the more chances you have to win!  Hurry, the contest ends Friday, [...]