Feb 06 Friday
Join us for a live taping of Homegoings, featuring father-and-son punk rock icons Bobby Hackney Sr. (Death) and Bobby Hackney Jr. (Rough Francis). In an intimate and wide-ranging conversation, the Hackneys will dig into legacy, family, and what it’s meant to carve out space as Black artists in punk rock. They’ll share stories from their recent journey to Africa, reflect on the power of ancestry and belonging, and trace the throughline from proto-punk to today.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness a candid, intergenerational dialogue between two iconic voices in punk history.
After the taping, stick around. We’ll keep the energy going with snacks from Onion City City Chicken & Oyster, a live DJ set from Bobby Hackney Jr., and time to hang.
Schedule5:30 p.m. - Doors open 6 p.m. - Homegoings live conversation begins6:45. - Live performance by Bobby Hackney Jr. and Sr.7 p.m. - Snacks from Onion City City Chicken & Oyster and dancing with DJ Bobby Hackney Jr.8:30 p.m. - Approximate end of event
This event is made possible with support from our members and Onion City City Chicken & Oyster.
Reserve your tickets here.
AccommodationsVermont Public is committed to providing access and accommodation for individuals with disabilities at our events. To request accommodations, please email events@vermontpublic.org or call us at 802-655-9451 at least seven days in advance of the event.
Cancellation PolicyPlease let us know by emailing events@vermontpublic.org if you are not able to join us so that we may release your tickets to someone else. If your tickets are able to be resold, we are happy to offer a refund, minus the processing fees.
Directions and ParkingVermont Public is located at 365 Troy Ave. in Colchester, in Fort Ethan Allen. The studio is within walking distance of the #2 GMT bus stop on Ethan Allen Ave. Free parking is available at Vermont Public - 365 Troy Ave. in Colchester. If the parking lots are full you may park on the north side of Troy Ave.
Recording DisclosureThe audio and video from this event will be recorded for a future episode of Homegoings. Still photos will also be taken.
Other questions? Email us at events@vermontpublic.org.
Jan 23 Friday
Crusty, Trusty, Dusty and Gusty (a group out of Bakersfield, VT) bring you a unique Bluegrass flavored live performance full of vocal harmonies.
Our material is one part traditional, one part Old & In The Way, and a sprinkling of original material.
Free sticker to whoever guesses whose name is whose!
This event is all ages, BYOB.Suggested donation $10.
Musicians are Will Patton and Neil Rossi. The caller for the evening is Mark Sustic. Please bring your own non-alcoholic beverage and soft soled shoes for dancing. Doors open at 6:30- dance instruction begins at 6:45.
Jan 25 Sunday
Get ready to shuffle up and deal at our Poker Tournament – it’s time to show off your skills and win big!
PRE-REGISTRATION IS RECOMMENDEDRegister online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/benefit-poker-tournament-registration-1979622268495 or drop by the Pub to save your spot!
Come join us at the Dick Wright Pub for a night of thrilling poker action to benefit the Franklin Arts Department. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner, this event is open to all skill levels. Test your luck and skill against other players in a friendly and competitive atmosphere while raising money for your local arts non-profit!
Texas Holdem
$50 buy in
No Rebuys or Add ons
24 player tournament
1st place $300 if all spots filled
Additional fee for High Hand pot
Check-in starts at 11:30am, first deal at noon.
Make sure to mark your calendars and spread the word – this is an event you won’t want to miss. See you at the tables!
Jan 30 Friday
Join us for our Second Annual Haston Library Spelling Bee Fundraiser!
Spellers will compete in either the Youth, Adult, or Senior category, and the winners from each round will go head-to-head for the Grand Prize!
Youth spellers will start at 6pm, with seniors to follow, then adults.
Your donations will go to the Haston Library to support their mission of presenting free programs and events to the whole community.
Register to spell, sponsor a speller, or make a donation:https://go.rallyup.com/29c6f5
Feb 07 Saturday
Join us for a special evening with Vermont’s own Myra Flynn. Celebrated for her soulful voice and commanding stage presence, Myra blends indie, soul, and folk into music that feels both fresh and timeless. She has been featured on Vermont public radio and toured the U.S. and internationally, earning praise for her storytelling and evocative sound.
Experience this one-night performance in the historic Enosburg Opera House. Tickets are $25 and seating is limited, so reserve yours today.
Mar 14 Saturday
THE TENDERBELLIES are a Vermont-based string band that seamlessly blends Americana, bluegrass, new grass, jazz and rock. Their music ranges from bold and brazen to delicate and somber through tightly arranged songs and improvisational exploration.
The Tenderbellies’ latest album released in 2025, “When the Thunder Rolls”, is the culmination of a decade of gigging and songwriting.
About opener WILL AUSTIN - With a sound rooted in folk and Americana, Will Austin brings sharp songwriting and an unforced stage presence that draws listeners in from the first song.