🌱 Emerge Vermont's Largest Class + Christmas Home Deliveries

Burlington VT

26 December, 2021

2:07 PM

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Up and at 'em, Burlington! Let's get you all caught up to start this day off on an informed note. Here are the most important things going on in Burlington today. First, today's weather: Cloudy. High: 24 Low: 19. Here are the top 2 stories today in Burlington: An organization that gives women the tools and skills they need to run for political office just announced its largest and most diverse class. Emerge Vermont reported that 26 women were chosen for the class of 2022. Since the organization began in 2013, they've graduated 149 women; 43 alumnae currently hold office in Vermont, with 23 of them currently serving in the State Legislature. The class will go through 70 hours of training during the next four months; in this time, students will learn how to run and budget a campaign, build a team, speak publicly, and create and refine a campaign message. (WCAX)Over 100 volunteers in Burlington spent their Christmas day giving back to seniors in the community. Several organizations, including Age Well, Helping and Nurturing Diverse Seniors (HANDS), and the Elks Lodge, united to make the holiday special for homebound senior housing residents. Volunteers started at the Elks Lodge in Burlington, picking up gift bags filled with winter items like hats and socks. They then headed to Burlington High School's campus off of North Avenue, where meals are prepped to hit the road. Finally, they delivered goods to over 900 people all over Chittenden County. (WCAX) Today's Burlington Daily is brought to you in part by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Burlington: Reindeer Live - Echo Lahey Center for Lake Champlain (11:00 AM) From my notebook: From blood drives to winter lights shows to New Year's Eve celebrations, here's what's happening in the Burlington area this week. (WCAX)Snow showers could make their way to Burlington by midweek. (Burlington Patch)The creator of local nonprofit The Benjamin Project has released a new book, with a portion of proceeds going toward the Burlington Humane Society. (Burlington Humane Society) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Ring In the New Year With 15 Percent Off Beautiful Blooms From FTD! (December 31) Add your event Loving the Burlington Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers That's it for today! I'll see you soon. — Danielle Fallon About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.