RSVP for Business Incubator Series, ElevateHer Women & Investing, New Resident Social & More
Happy Monday!
Rumor has it spring is on the way. Some even insist it officially started last week. It's a great time to get organized, start something new, and meet new people.
For entrepreneurs and new and early-stage small business owners, spots are limited - and filling up quickly - for the FREE Small Business Incubator Program, co-sponsored by Passumpsic Bank and VtSBDC. It's a four-week series that begins at the club April 13. There will be snacks. (RSVP)
Next Monday, ElevateHer VT is hosting a special evening of learning and networking with with a presentation on Women & Investing. There will be snacks and a cash bar. (RSVP)
And first, how about some awkward mingling (followed by games and less awkward mingling) with fellow newcomers? Even if you're not all that new, or you joined us for one of last year's New Resident Socials, this time The Barre Partnership is partnering with Montpelier Alive and Capital Connection for Washington County for an even bigger welcoming event! There will be snacks and a cash bar and prizes! (RSVP)
But wait, there's more! Whispers of a new book club, future wine tastings, live music, film screenings. Even warmer weather? Let's not get ahead of ourselves.
Our hours this week:
Monday March 23: 7am-8pm
Tuesday March 24: 7am-6pm
Wednesday March 25: 7am-8pm
Thursday March 26: 7am-8pm
Friday March 27: 7am-8pm
Saturday March 28: 10am-6pm
Sunday March 29: Closed
This Week’s Event Calendar
Monday is for Readers: Periodic(al) Readers Club* Monday March 23, 4-6pm (Quiet Reading 6-8pm)
Bring a newspaper or magazine, or borrow one of ours, to read from 4-5pm. For those interested, book report-style discussions will follow from 5-6pm. Starting at 6, our standard quiet reading hours begin.
Barre Winter Farmers Market Wednesday March 25, 3:30-6:30pm
Join us again this week for the Barre Winter Farmers Market! Shop local vendors, grab fresh goodies, and enjoy the cozy winter vibes as we continue another great season of markets in Barre. Open to the public.
Movie Night, A League of Their Own* Wednesday March 25, 7pm
Opening Day is this week, and we’ll celebrate by watching the 1992 hit A League of Their Own, starring om Hanks, Geena Davis, Madonna and more. Free for members, guest passes available. Popcorn, tea, coffee and water provided with other items available for purchase.
Private Event Thursday March 26, 3:30-5:30pm
The back room will be in use for filming Thursday afternoon beginning at 3:30pm. Members and visitors please prepare to use the front door during this time.
New Resident Social, presented by The Barre Partnership, Montpelier Alive and Capital Connection for Washington County Thursday March 26, 6pm
New to Central Vermont? We’ve got the perfect night for you.
The Barre Partnership is excited to host our third New Resident Social and this time we’re teaming up with our friends at Montpelier Alive and Capital Connection for Washington County to give an even bigger welcome to our newest neighbors!
Meet fellow newcomers and community connectors, and participate in fun ice breakers. Appetizers provided, beer & wine available for purchase. Bring a new neighbor and you’ll BOTH be entered to win prizes.
Whether you’ve landed in Barre, Montpelier, Plainfield, Williamstown, or anywhere in Central Vermont, this evening is all about helping you feel at home. Even if you came to one of the last two, we would love for you to join us again! (RSVP)
ViewMasters Film Club, Amarcord* Friday March 27, 6:30pm
Join us Friday for the 1973 Academy Award-winning comedy-drama Amarcord, directed by Federico Fellini. Stay to discuss the film, which is set in 1930s Fascist Italy, and to pick the next one. Popcorn, tea, coffee and water provided with other items available for purchase.
Private Event Saturday March 28, 10am-2pm
We are scheduled to host a family gathering in the back room beginning at 10am. Members and visitors please prepare to use the front door during this time.
ElevateHer VT: Women & Investing Monday March 30, 5:30-7:30pm (No Book Clubs)
“Please join us for a special evening of learning and networking! We’re going to start with a presentation on Women and Investing by Financial Planner Kassie Reid. Then, participants will have the chance to visit with Kassie and other women who offer services in investing, planning, property management, coaching and transitions."
(RSVP)
*FREE for members, $5 guest passes available with a member, $10 guest pass for other non-members, bar open for service
Also of Note
Best Day Ever Film Screening
Wednesday April 1, 6pm Social Hour, 7pm Film, discussion to follow
Best Day Ever is a powerful new documentary that celebrates resilience, connection, and the beauty of finding joy even in the hardest moments.
Through breathtaking storytelling and raw emotion, it reminds us that hope can rise in the most unexpected places. Don’t miss this unforgettable journey. Grab your tickets and be inspired to see the world, and yourself, with new eyes.
Tickets are by donation and all proceeds benefit KBF and MTA.
Small Business Incubator Program
Begins April 13, 5:30pm
Calling all aspiring entrepreneurs and early-stage business owners! Passumpsic Bank and the Vermont Small Business Development Center are presenting the Small Business Incubator Program. This series of four workshops covers:
- Business Planning and Marketing
- Financial Literacy, Projections, Working Capital and Capital Access
- Legal Structures, Licensing, Compliance and Insurance
- Infrastructure, Agility, HR and Local Resources Registration deadline: April 6, 2026. Limited to 30 participants. (RSVP)
Mark Your Calendar
Monday March 30: ElevateHer VT, Women & Investing, 5:30-7:30pm
Tuesday March 31: Corporate Meeting in back room, 9am-5pm
Wednesday April 1: "Best Day Ever" Film screening; 6pm Doors Open Social Hour, 7pm Film, Discussion to Follow
Thursday April 2: The Singer’s Room*, 6pm
Friday April 3: Craft & Movie Night*, Steel Magnolias, 6:30pm
Saturday April 4: Brunch, 10am-1pm
Monday April 6: A Book Club for Unapologetic Romance Readers*: The Poison Daughter by Sheila Masterson. Need a copy? Borrow ours.
Wednesday April 8: Movie Night*, Empire Records, 6:30pm
Monday April 13: Small Business Incubator Program, Sponsored by Passumpsic Bank & Vermont Small Business Development Center. FREE Series of four workshops begins, 5:30-7:30pm
Tuesday April 14: LGBTQ+ Story Hour, 6pm
Wednesday April 15: Barre Winter Farmers Market, 3:30-6:30pm; Movie Night*, 10 Things I Hate About You, 7pm
Friday April 17: Celebration of Italian Music & Wine with the Vermont Italian Cultural Association & Youth Opera Company of OCM, 5:30pm ($10pp at the door, RSVP)
Thursday April 23: Public Philosophy Week
Friday April 24: VICA Author Talk, The Land of the Living, Tim Crellin, 6:30pm (RSVP)
Wednesday April 29: Barre Winter Farmers Market, 3:30-6:30pm; Movie Night, 7pm
Wednesday May 20: Vermont Federal Credit Union Complimentary Home Buying Seminar (No Movie Night) (Reserve a Spot)
Saturday May 23-Monday May 25: Closed in Observance of Memorial Day
Thursday July 23: Barre Heritage Festival, Taste of Barre with The Barre Partnership, 6pm