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FPF Hiring Ruby on Rails Developer
Front Porch Forum is hiring! We are seeking a Ruby on Rails Developer to join our team. This position is full-time and based in Burlington, Vermont. Be part of a world-class team of software engineers, and help us fulfill our community-building mission. Check out the details and apply here.
FPF is hiring… Online Community Manager
Do you love helping neighbors connect? Do you value a strong sense of community among neighbors?
Front Porch Forum is looking to hire a reliable, organized, and self-motivated addition to our highly collaborative Vermont-based team.
Learn more today and apply by March 24, 2017.
Thousands of business recommendations flow through Front Porch Forum
“A few weeks ago I posted on our Front Porch Forum seeking recommendations for XC boots in our area, and several people wrote to say Onion River Sports was the place to go. So we went there and, sure enough, my sister found the perfect boots. The salesperson patiently helped her get fitted properly, and, after years of XC skiing, she says these are the best boots she’s ever had. Yay for Onion River Sports and FPF posters. Thanks again!”
• Kathy, East Montpelier FPF
What’s your question? Ask neighbors on your FPF and shop local!
Starting a farmers market? Organize with FPF
“I would like to start a Farmers Market catering to Belvidere and the surrounding area this summer. I am looking for volunteers to help. Those who volunteer would have a free space for the season. I am also, of course, looking for a space. So if you have a field or large parking lot that could be used, please contact me. I’m looking to start in June. If you can help, please contact me.”
• Jill, Cambridge Front Porch Forum
Many farmers markets have used FPF to get organized and launched in Vermont. How about one in your town?
Northfield citizens organize for community and economic development
“One year ago, a group of community members answered a posting on Front Porch Forum and got together to discuss establishing an organization to promote economic and community development in Northfield. The Northfield Community Development Network (NCDN) is celebrating its first birthday — and wants to update our community on everything we’ve been working on over the past year… Please join us at our upcoming event…”
• Lindsay, Northfield Front Porch Forum
Active citizens make the difference in many Vermont community. Use your local FPF to organize like they did in Northfield!
Morrisville neighbors “never disappoint” when asked for help
“I’m always blown away by the responses and never disappointed when I post to Front Porch Forum! Thank you, neighbors, for the many house cleaner recommendations! We have quite a list to sift through and will be reaching out shortly to find the right fit for our family. Well and warm wishes for 2017!”
• Lisa, Morrisville FPF
Need a local recommendation? Ask neighbors on your FPF today.
“Special thank you to our ‘Forum Family'” from Morrisville retailer
“Can’t tell you how much I appreciate all the visits to my wife’s little gift-shop as she goes thru all the emotions of closing her place after 15 wonderful years. It’s been a rough time for her. All your visits, purchases and words of encouragement have helped more than you can ever know. Still 2 more days left. Friday and Saturday (behind the Village Victorian B&B on Union Street, Morrisville). Plenty of great gifts at incredible prices. Stop by. Say hi to ellen and wish her the best in her next great adventure. Thank you.”
• Philip, Morrisville Front Porch Forum
Front Porch Forum ““ An Underutilized Community Resource in NEK
Lost your pet? Need to sell or borrow something? Looking for service provider recommendations or starting your own small business and want to spread the word? Front Porch Forum (FPF) can help with all these things and more.
I recently moved to the NEK from central VT where FPF provided me a long daily listing of local information, neighbors needing or providing resources, free items, school and selectboard updates and more.
FPF is only as good as the people using it. To be a great resource, a healthy percentage of a town or towns’ residents need to join and use it.
We are lucky in Vermont to have this FREE resource available in every community!
In some communities as many as 90% of residents participate, but in Essex and Orleans County the average participation is less than 20%.
Because we are more rural and isolated than other parts of the state, having an active FPF is even more beneficial.
To join your local forum go to frontporchforum.com and sign up. It’s easy and you won’t regret it!
• Rhonda Shippee, Morgan, VT
“Front Porch Forum revolutionized Vermont communication”
“I’ll be honest — I hadn’t thought of contributing to FPF until yesterday, when 2 of my dogs went missing. How would I get the word out and get others looking for them, if there was no FPF? Keep it going–click on the link and donate!”
• Leslie, Morrisville FPF
“FPF is a valued community resource. As my endorsement, I just mailed a contribution. Think about it.”
https://frontporchforum.com/supporting-members
• Tommaso, Bennington FPF
“Years ago I put out a clipboard to get people to sign up for Front Porch Forum at town meeting. We hosted a potluck at Ten Stones for the first few FPF members. And now look! It’s amazing what Michael Wood-Lewis and the FPF team has accomplished with their vision of Vermont communities coming together online. So many pets have been found, tradespeople and teenagers employed, apartments rented and political opinions shared. This is so worth continuing and supporting.”
• Edorah, Charlotte FPF
“If you’re reading this, you know the value of FPF. We don’t see any of the people working behind the scenes who make it possible for us to connect locally, but FPF is not an automated system. Real people living in Vermont are working to make sure it runs smoothly. I value them and am happy to send a donation of support.”
• Caro, Walden FPF
“Front Porch Forum revolutionized Vermont communication. We are SO lucky to have this Vermont-based forum to communicate so effectively with our neighbors. It really has revolutionized the way we interact and connect and is a classic Vermont example of how donations in any amount by many individuals make a difference and make it work. I just made my annual donation to keep this forum running.”
• Beth, Montpelier FPF
How to sell a used car in Vermont
“Car sold. This was the only place I advertised! Whew, that was easy. Thanks Front Porch Forum.”
• David, Fairfax FPF
“The big surprise was FPF’s finding local buyers for our used car. Craigslist and commercial used-car-sales services with hundreds of listings produced no calls after a month. We gave it a shot on FPF. Result: Satisfied local buyers who could inspect the car thoroughly and conveniently, and us as happy sellers with no concerns about transaction security.”
• Earl, Richmond FPF
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Ghost of Midnight is an online journal about fostering community within neighborhoods, with a special focus on Front Porch Forum (FPF). My wife, Valerie, and I founded FPF in 2006... read more
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