| What is the job market like in Brattleboro? |
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All one needs to do is walk down Main Street or take a drive through town to realize just how much variety Brattleboro and the surrounding area has to offer. New businesses are emerging all the time and with them come the need for dependable, experienced employees. For the most up-to-date information regarding Brattleboro's job picture please visit the Vermont Department of Employment and Training. |
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| How would I go about finding an apartment? |
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The majority of apartment rentals may be found in the numerous large Victorian homes that dot the local landscape. Many have been renovated to offer two or more rentals and often boast hardwood floors and skylights, in addition to the usual amenities.
The simplest way to track these gems down is to peruse the Brattleboro Reformer classifieds found either at the newsstand or online. Another publication, The Town Crier offers additional listings.
There are a number of realtors that deal in rental listings: Berkley and Veller, Brattleboro Area Realty, ERA The Masiello Group/ Stepping Stone Real Estate, Coldwell Banker Bellville Realty, and Brattleboro Real Estate Investments I LP (802- 258-2040).
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| Where would I go in Brattleboro to hear live music performed? |
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Live music has always been extremely popular in the Brattleboro area. If your tastes run classical, you might check out the Marlboro Music Festival. This internationally respected institution has been drawing huge audiences since 1951.
Brattleboro is also home to the Brattleboro Music School. In addition to its extensive and highly accredited music faculty this organization produces concerts and musical events throughout the year, including The New England Bach Festival. Friends of Music at Guilford is now in its 37th season. Concerts and programs are given throughout the year beginning with its Labor Day Weekend Festival.
If Jazz is more to your liking, The Vermont Jazz Center is sure to please. This organization traces its origins to the 1970’s and plays host to a wide variety of jazz performances, often several times a week.
The Moles Eye Cafe (802) 257-0771, also offers live music on a regular basis. Hosting Jazz, Rock and Roll, and Cabaret, among others, this venue has been drawing huge crowds for over 30 years.
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| How do I get to Brattleboro and the Chamber of Commerce? |
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Maps are available here...
From Points North and South
From I-91, take Exit 2 (Rt 9) and turn left at the end of the ramp (east) onto Western Avenue, bearing left at the fork by the Gulf station, where it becomes High Street. Proceed straight at the stop sign and continue until High Street ends in a 'T' at Main Street.
The travel distance is approximately one mile from the interstate.
Parking lots are available on the left and right just prior to getting to the light on Main Street.
From Points EastTake Rte. 2 West, To I 91 North in Greenfield
Continue on 91 North to Exit 2 (Rt 9) in VT
Turn left at the end of the ramp (east) onto Western Avenue (Rt 9), bearing left at the fork by the Gulf station, where it becomes High Street. Proceed straight at the stop sign and continue until High Street ends in a 'T' at Main Street.
From Points West Take the I-787 North ramp towards Troy, Merge onto I-787 North
Take the Rte. 7 East exit towards Troy/Bennington,
Merge onto Rte. 7 East,
Rte. 7 East becomes Rte. 9 East,
Follow Rte. 9 East to Brattleboro.
Rte. 9 becomes Western Avenue, bear to left at the fork by the Gulf station, where it becomes High Street. Proceed straight at the stop sign and continue until High Street ends in a 'T' at Main Street.
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| What is the weather like in Brattleboro? |
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Mark Twain once said of New England weather, "Yes, one of the brightest gems in the New England weather is the dazzling uncertainty of it. There is only one thing certain about it: you are certain there is going to be plenty of it..."
Brattleboro makes no claims to the contrary. Our average winter temperature is 24.9 (January) and average summer temperature is 72.9 (July). The town receives an average annual rainfall of 41.62 inches. The average snowfall each year is 68 inches.
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| What is the political climate like in Brattleboro? |
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Like the weather, there is certainly "plenty of it". Vermont has always had a reputation for being extremely independent. There is as much variety of thought and politics in Brattleboro as there are people.
Liberals and conservatives alike and everything in between call Brattleboro home. Numerous people have mentioned that on a much smaller scale, Brattleboro reminds them of San Francisco. One has only to spend a short time in town before one begins to savor the eclectic and infinitely interesting makeup of the population here.
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