Barrio Bakery’s exterior bright colors of yellow, red, and blue are both eye-catching and inviting to passersby, but it’s the quality pastries and warm atmosphere that keep people coming back for more. Located in the Old North End of Burlington, VT, Barrio has become known as the neighborhood bakery, which is fitting, as Barrio translates […]
The Vermont Comedy Club
The last thing you think about when tying the knot is laughter, but it was the first thing on Natalie Miller and Nathan Hartswick’s minds. The couple exchanged their vows and launched their business, Spark Arts, on the same day in 2011. Their comedic timing has been the driving force behind building a good marriage […]
Opportunities Strategic Planning Session
This past Tuesday, October 27th, Opportunities’ senior management team and Board of Directors joined together at the Inn at Essex for a strategic planning session. Management presented their research, experience, and findings regarding the current climate of the Credit Union in regards to its five-year plan. Presentations on competitors, products, strengths and weaknesses, financial performance, […]
Butch + Babe’s
Burlington is home not only to Opportunities Credit Union, but also to a myriad of cultures due to its large immigrant and refugee population. Opportunities has helped many new Vermonters with its “Coming to America” loan, but rarely does it get such a perfect chance to promote culture while helping a small business owner secure […]
$10,000 winner-take-all business pitch event in Burlington
The Vermont Center for Emerging Technologies and Hotel Vermont announced today the InnovateHER VT Challenge, a new business pitch event in Burlington, VT. The competition is at 5:30 p.m. Oct. 19 at the Hotel Vermont, 41 Cherry St. Vermont EPSCoR and VCET have underwritten a $10,000 cash prize to the event winner as well as […]
Money-Saving Beauty Hacks
Want to look and feel great without breaking the bank? Here’s how to treat yourself without maxing out your credit cards. Beauty Sleep is Real Listen to your mother when she tells you to make sure you get a good night’s sleep! It’s no secret that a lack of sleep can appear on your face […]
Real Concerns Millennials Have About Saving
“I’m only in my 20’s, why do I need to start saving for something more than forty years from now?” That’s a commonly asked and valid question in the financial world. But the reality is, if you start saving now, it’s less to worry about down the road. You can spend all day sitting at […]
Four Ways to Fix Up Your Home on a Budget
Trying to spruce up your house while staying frugal? We’re here to help! Clean a Stained Tub Having a stained tub can be an eyesore and reflect poorly on your hygiene. Combining equal amounts of cream of tartar, baking soda, and lemon juice, make a paste. Then, rub the mixture into the stain with your […]
Save Money and Have Fun this Fall!
Want to make the most of what’s left of summer but strapped for cash? Saving up for that expensive ski pass this winter? No problem! We can help you with that. Here are some fun, free or inexpensive activities to occupy your time in Chittenden County, enjoy! Green Mountain Audubon Center Do you enjoy the […]
Garage Sale-ing!
It’s that time again! All the snow has melted and low and behold there is an actual driveway leading to your garage! It’s the perfect time to rummage through your home to find items you aren’t using anymore and pass them on to new owners. Holding a garage sale can seem like a stressful burden, […]
