Mad River Valley Interfaith Council

05/11/2026

🍕Thursday May 14 support the MRV Interfaith Council ❤️ at American Flatbread in Waitsfield!
https://waitsfield.americanflatbread.com

03/27/2026

The Vermont Braver Angels Chapter and the libraries of the Mad River Valley are co-sponsoring a community workshop, "Communicating Across Differences."
The workshop will be led by Beth Malow, author of the new book, Beyond the Politics of Contempt: Practical Steps to Build Positive Relationships in Divided Times.
An experienced trainer with Braver Angels, Beth will provide practical advice and model techniques and strategies to stay engaged in difficult conversations with others.
Beth is a Vermont neurologist and science communicator focused on public health, sleep, and climate change. She moderates workshops and debates for Braver Angels and has appeared on NPR 1A, PBS Newshour, and other news outlets.

The workshop will take place at the Joslin Library in Waitsfield from 1:00–3:00 pm on Sunday, April 12. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. Pre- registration is encouraged as space is limited. To register, see the "Upcoming Programs" section of the Joslin Library website , use the registration link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZ4mLJWAa1XMvF7Xi3fTjQJ9aLRTErtFD9eFmtl9DJqElyDA/viewform
or use the QR code in the attached flyer.
For questions, contact the Joslin library or Katherine Cadwell at [email protected]

03/07/2026

02/28/2026

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02/24/2026

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01/26/2026

We Can Help / Dear MRV neighbors,
We have entered a time of great uncertainty and financial challenge. Our local Health Center is closed and transportation is needed for medial appointments. Food prices are soaring. Medical insurance premiums have skyrocketed for many of us. This is a challenging time.

If you or someone you know in the Valley is need of emergency help for items such as rent, utilities, auto repairs, the MRV Interfaith Council may be able to help. The process is simple and confidential. Call Rev. Mark D. Wilson, 802-496-3065 to let us know how we can help.

As a supplement to your food shopping, feel free to stop in once a week at our MRV Community Pantry, at the rear of Evergreen Apartments (5308 Main St) in Waitsfield. Our hours are Tuesday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon and Wednesday, 4 – 6 p.m. You will be greeted by friendly volunteers as you shop for produce, proteins and dairy products as well as canned and boxed items. All we ask you is “how many people are you shopping for?”

For rides, call Free Wheelin’ 802-249-3427. Two days’ notice is requested. To schedule a ride, call weekdays between 9 a.m. and 1p.m. Rides are given all day every weekday (and in emergencies on the weekend).

For more information or to make a donation, please see our website: https://www.mrv-ic.org/

Please let us help.

Susan Bauchner, President
MRV Interfaith Council

10/16/2025

DONORS: Donations to the project (in cash or in kind) would be deeply appreciated! Any excess donations will go to the local food pantry. Food items from the list below can be dropped off at the Valley Reporter offices (Mad River Green in Waitsfield) or local churches by Friday, November 14. Please buy the sizes indicated below or as close to them as possible.

• Apple sauce (20-25 oz)
• Biscuit Mix (box)
• Brownie Mix (box)
• Canned vegetables (14-16 oz cans: corn, peas or green beans)
• Crackers (8-12 oz box)
• Cranberry sauce (14 oz can)
• Gravy (1 can/bottle)
• Peanut Butter (16-20 oz jar)
• Stuffing (1 box/bag)
• Tuna (5 oz can)

Monetary donations can be made via the Interfaith Council’s PayPal link (specify that it is for Turkey Baskets): https://bit.ly/MRVdonate or by mailing a check to: Mad River Valley Interfaith Council, PO Box 342, Waitsfield, VT 05673

IN PERSON HELP: Anyone who would like to help sort, pack or deliver food can sign up here: https://bit.ly/MRVgobble

Thank you to everyone who participates in this important project for the Mad River Valley community!

Thanks for helping with the Mad River Valley Thanksgiving Baskets. In 2024, we provided 100+ food baskets to local families in need, serving over 500 adults and children. For 2025, we again need volunteers to sort, pack, and deliver food. Thanks in advance!

10/11/2025

The annual Mad River Valley Thanksgiving Basket project is underway. BASKET RECIPIENTS: Anyone in the Mad River Valley who is in need and would like a basket can sign up now. The last day to sign up is Wednesday, November 19. Each basket contains all the ingredients for a Thanksgiving meal: turkey, stuffing, veggies, fruit, gravy, cranberry sauce, bread and pie. Baskets can be picked up at the Waitsfield United Church on Tuesday, November 25 or can be delivered to a residence in Waitsfield, Warren, Moretown, or Fayston (deliveries cannot be made outside of those towns). Sign up can be made at any of the following:

• On-line Google form: https://bit.ly/getMRVturkey
• Schools in Waitsfield, Warren, Moretown & Fayston (see the school nurse)
• Mad River Valley Community Pantry in Waitsfield: sign up form
• Local churches: speak to the pastor
• MRV Community Fund: email [email protected]

Welcome! Please fill out the information below to sign up for a Mad River Valley Thanksgiving Basket. We provide all the food you need: turkey, stuffing, veggies, fruit, pie… and you cook and celebrate. Invite family and friends! To participate, merely fill out a form with the number of folks for ...

08/20/2025

Community Pantry is open today 4-6pm 🧡
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07/26/2025

August 2025 - Support the Mad River Valley Community Pantry! As a nonprofit partner in the Shaw's GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Reusable Bag Program, our organization will receive a $1 donation for every $3.00 GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Reusable Bag sold during August 2025 at: Shaw's, 27 Mad River Canoe Road, Waitsfield VT. Thanks to Shaw’s and the MRV Community! 🧡🩷💛