Events & Workshops
Welcome to Freshie Fridays!
May 23 - June 27
5-8pm
MUSIC . FOOD . DRINKS . FRIENDS
Join us every Friday for an evening of good food, live music, and joyful gathering in the greenhouses. All are welcome — bring your friends, your family, or just yourself. While not required, we kindly ask that you RSVP to help us plan for food and make sure there’s enough to go around!
May 23
Evan Jennison
5-8 PM
Born and raised in Vermont’s Green Mountains, Evan Jennison crafts songs that echo the landscape—rugged, soulful, and deeply rooted. Blending American folk, rock, bluegrass, jam, and country, his music is a stirring mix of heartfelt vocals, vivid lyrics, and his signature acoustic flatpicking guitar style. With a growing grassroots following in Vermont and beyond, Evan’s sound resonates through psychedelic and bluegrass communities across the country, inviting listeners into stories shaped by nature, nostalgia, and connection.
May 30
Erin Cassels-Brown
5-8 PM
A tireless storyteller with calloused hands and a cosmic heart, Erin Cassels-Brown brings his signature blend of celestial country and roots rock to the stage with grit and grace. Hailing from Winooski, Vermont, he’s played over 500 shows across 18 states, drawing comparisons to Springsteen and Prine with his vivid lyricism and full-throttle delivery. His debut album Dreamin’ On Overdrive channels a life shaped by odd jobs, long drives, and the hard-earned poetry of everyday experience—packed with fist-pumping choruses, nostalgic heartache, and raw, road-tested soul. Whether you're under the stars or in a dusty barroom, Erin’s music hits home.
June 6
Danny & The Parts
5-8 PM
Hailing from the heart of Burlington, Vermont, Danny & The Parts deliver a fresh take on classic Americana with a honky-tonk soul and psychedelic shimmer. Rooted in tradition but unafraid to push boundaries, the band blends sweeping vocal harmonies, twang-laced Telecaster riffs, and rich local talent to craft a sound that feels both timeless and totally new. From backroad ballads to barroom burners, their original tunes drift between dreamy and danceable—making each show a magnetic, must-hear experience.
June 13
Atom & The Orbits
5-8 PM
Noah Hahn has spent the last decade playing in two-step bands from Vermont to Louisiana. Atom & the Orbits is the rocket ship he has assembled to launch those danceable rhythms in the form of two-minute old-school power pop songs ala Chuck Berry. Live, the Orbits blast off from the early rock & roll universe, expanding and exploring the outer reaches of what it means when they say “Let’s Rock!”
June 20
Andriana & The Banana’s
5-8 PM
Armed with an expressive alto and a theatrical voice compared to the emotional depths of Rufus Wainwright and Sarah McLachlan, Andriana Chobot brings a genre-blurring blend of pop, indie-folk, rock, and jazz to the stage. Her performances—whether intimate and solo on keys with soft drum grooves or amplified by a talented local band—immerse audiences in a rich, cinematic soundscape. With fluttering piano lines reminiscent of Imogen Heap and a magnetic stage presence, Chobot effortlessly weaves between ethereal ballads, vibrant originals, and uniquely reimagined covers, creating an experience that’s both soulful and unforgettable.
June 27
Nate & David Gusakov
5-8 PM
A father-son duo rooted in Vermont’s musical legacy, David and Nathan Gusakov weave together threads of classical, bluegrass, and old-time traditions into something wholly their own. With David’s decades-long experience as a classically trained violinist and beloved fiddler—known from Pine Island, Banjo Dan and the Mid-Nite Plowboys, and the Vermont Symphony Orchestra—paired with Nathan’s soulful clawhammer banjo stylings, the two create a dynamic and intimate musical experience. Their collaborative sound bridges generations and genres, blending Appalachian rhythms with lyrical depth and melodic interplay that feels both timeless and freshly innovative.
Workshops & Events
Get Your Hands Dirty & Your Creativity Blooming
From seed-starting and herbal medicine to folk arts and fermentation — our workshops and classes invite you to learn, create, and connect in our greenhouse spaces. Whether you're here for a single-day experience or a multi-week deep dive, there's something growing here for everyone.
Grand Opening!!!
May 1st
8am-6pm Monday-Saturday
8am - 4pm Sunday
Our greenhouses are open and in full bloom!
Come wander among the plants and enjoy our brand-new mural, a vibrant collaboration between ELP, muralist Matt Denton, and 80 creative kids from four local towns.
Kids Paint a Pot Afternoon
May 8th
3:30-5pm
Co-sponsored by ELP. Paint a pot for mom, dad, sister, brother, friend, neighbor!
Playing with Planters
May 17th
2pm-4pm
Join Megan for a relaxed and inspiring wander through the BCC greenhouses as she shares tips on the best plants for container gardening. Then get your hands dirty and design your own custom planter to take home. Perfect for patio, porch, or gifting!
Workshop price is on a sliding scale based on planter size.
Vermont Garden Sings with Moira Smiley
May 20th
6:30-8pm
Participation fee: Sliding scale $10-$25 (no one turned away)
JOYFUL, ACCESSIBLE SINGING & COMMUNITY BUILDING IN BEAUTIFUL GARDENS!
All welcome, learn-by-ear and/or reading.
A few walk up spaces will be reserved. If you need payment assistance, please contact info@moirasmiley.com.
Paint Your Peace & BCC Present: A Night of Creative Cultivation
May 22nd
6-7:30pm
Cost: $40
Join artist and Paint Your Peace founder Jennifer Jarvis for a guided workshop exploring color mixing, abstract painting, and the healing power of art. No experience needed—all supplies provided.
Growing Medicinal Herbs!
June 10th
5:30-7pm
Cost: $40
Growing Medicinal Herbs!