Category Archives: Local Search
Use your FPF to find those about to rock
“I’m new to FPF and am looking for some people to play music with. I’m 30, have played guitar on and off for 18 years and am pretty decent. I’m looking to get back into a band for fun/small gigs. I play almost everything and anything. Shoot me a note with any suggestions or if you’d like to play!”
• Ryan, Stowe Front Porch Froum
Montpelier Melissa’s menagerie munches… on Christmas trees
“My animals couldn’t be happier with their new selection of christmas trees. The goats and alpacas eat the needles, the chickens hang out in the branches and the ducks find privacy to lay eggs under the propped up trees. AND it makes the barnyard smell great. Recycling at its best. I love Front Porch Forum!”
• Melissa, Montpelier FPF
Danville procrastinator stymied by neighbors
“A huge thank you to Front Porch Forum, in particular, Abbie and Bob, I have the 35 mm film canisters I had been looking for. Cannot procrastinate in completing said gift project now.”
• Happy Harry, Saint Johnsbury Area FPF
Grey Tiger now home in Stowe
“Five days, one snow storm, lots of bushwhacking, and many thoughts – our Grey Tiger, Joey, is home! Thank you to all the neighbors and Front Porch Forum– without these tips we would not have known which way to track. Hope is the meaning of the season- Happy Holidays to all!”
• Maddy, Stowe FPF
Hobby network blooming in South Burlington
“Does Front Porch Forum have any potential as a ‘hobby network’ resource? Something to help folks to connect with neighbors who have common hobby interests?”
• David, South Burlington neighborhood FPF, a few days ago
“So far, the offered hobbies include crocheting, knitting, unicycle riding, woodworking and furniture making, crafts, and all types of kite flying (single line, fighter, revs, and foils). Let’s add more. Also, if you know of people in other FPF South Burlington neighborhoods that might assist in spreading the word about this “hobby sharing” that would be welcome as well.”
• David, South Burlington neighborhood FPF, yesterday
“She is she for whom we searched…” in Hyde Park
“Seeking an able bodied, time flexible, altruistic person who enjoys providing a helping hand to those in need. We are an elderly couple looking for someone to clean off our vehicle and shovel a short pathway from the house to the vehicle. Pay is $20 per hour.”
• Andrea, Hyde Park Front Porch Forum a couple day ago
“We have found our snow shoveler! Well qualified, flexible, a desire to assist those in need. She is she for whom we searched. Thank you FPF.”
• Andrea, Hyde Park FPF yesterday
Gun-frightened Gracie on Jericho Road
“A huge thank you to John T. for finding our frightened dog Gracie on Jericho Road and taking her back to his house. He then promptly posted to Front Porch Forum and we were quickly reunited. She had been frightened by gunshots and had taken off. After calling and calling for her, for over an hour, I knew that I needed to watch the Forum for news. And the good news came quickly. Thank you to our wonderful neighbors and to Front Porch Forum for providing such a valuable service to our community.”
• Deb, Jericho Front Porch Forum
Hearts warmed by Hardwick and Walden neighbors
“Thanks to all the folks who offered to lend me a stroller for my visiting granddaughter. Especially on Thanksgiving it was heart warming that strangers would extend themselves to reach out to me. Front Porch Forum is an excellent way of making connections and building community.”
• Marsha, Hardwick Walden FPF
Chocolate lab injured by car reunited with family after 7-day run
“Much to be thankful for today, including the kindness of strangers and the power of community. Cooper, who has been missing since hit by a car one week ago, survived his ordeal and was just reunited with his owners. Thanks and blessings to the FPF community!!”
• Karen, Barre Town Front Porch Forum
Vermonters listen to neighbors’ business recommendations
“I visited Deepa’s Beauty Salon after reading a recommendation on Front Porch Forum. Thanks for the review. I also found it to be very clean, have professional staff, good prices, and great services. Thanks.”
• Luba, Winooski FPF
Here’s the original post recommending this local business…
“Today my out of town friend took our daughters to Deepa’s Beauty Salon for manicures. They had an excellent experience–great customer service and quality of work. The atmosphere was clean, professional, yet also homey and inviting. My friend took off her very valuable (both financially and emotionally) wedding rings for the manicure and then left them there. Several hours later, she realized her mistake. The salon owners met us after hours on a Saturday night and very cheerfully opened up the salon and returned the rings. We are so grateful for their integrity, honesty, and friendliness. It’s businesses like these that bring pride to Winooski. I encourage you to support this wonderful locally owned business!”
• Arica, Winooski FPF
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