Ash Wednesday
Christian observance to begin the 40 day season of Lent. Ashes are marked on worshippers as a sign of penitence
Beginning of Lent
A Christian time of reflection and preparation for Holy Week and Easter. A forty day time of intense devotion, it is observed by fasting, frequent worship and acts of charity.... Read more »
VTA Members Only Training – The Seven Essential Life Skills
Virtual TrainingThis 2-hour course (for Vermont Afterschool Members only) is an introduction to the seven essential life skills every child needs. We will cover inspiring brain development research, spend time examining... Read more »
President’s Day
A US federal holiday to honor all persons who served as presidents of the United States.
Field Forum – Connecting Children with Food Access Resources and Meal Programming in Third-Space Programs
Vermont Afterschool regularly hosts FREE field forums on different topics relating to out-of-school time providers and professionals including health, safety guidance, funding, advocacy, and more. This forum will discuss available... Read more »
Maha Shivaratri
A Hindu festival in honor of Lord Shiva and his marriage to Goddess Parvati.
Jr Iron Chef VT
Help us celebrate the 16th Annual Jr Iron Chef VT competition at the Champlain Valley Expo! Stay tuned for more information on the Jr Iron Chef VT webpage.
Beginning of Ramadan
9th month on Islamic calendar, devoted to the commemoration of Muhammad's reception of the divine revelation recorded in the Qur'an. The event begins when authorities in Saudi Arabia sight the... Read more »
Training – Equity and Inclusive Practices for Afterschool Staff
Virtual TrainingFramed as a broad overview of the varied facets of Equity & Inclusion in the afterschool setting, this training speaks to our own identities and their intersectionality, understanding and interrupting... Read more »
Training – Redefining Resilience
Virtual TrainingThis FREE two-hour workshop provides an introduction to N.E.A.R (Neuroscience, Epigenetics, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and Resilience) research. Knowledge of these elements empowers us to shift dynamics in our community... Read more »