Category Archives: 20 Outstanding Women

Tammy Carroll

Posted on March 20, 2023 by Kacey • 0 Comments

Congratulations to today’s winner, Tammy Carroll, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023!

Nominated by: Susan Faryniarz

“Tammy created a nonprofit organization Big Beautiful Life. Their purpose is to spread joy to children in medical crises. She is inspiring many and I’m in awe!” – Susan Faryniarz

Tammy Carroll lost her daughter Addi at age 12 after a long medical battle. Addi had an indomitable spirit and relentlessly lived a Big Beautiful Life filled with joy. This inspired Tammy to start Big Beautiful Life, an organization that spreads joy to children in medical crises and provides support to their families and caretakers while navigating difficult times. Addi was passionate about the Essex Fire Department where she was a beloved member and loved being near “her firefighters.” Big Beautiful Life has raised awareness and funds for Essex Fire and Angel Flight Northeast, created joy kits and provided books written by Addi for kids going through their own medical challenges and they have so much more they want to do to spread the joy of Addi and her Big Beautiful Life!

To learn more visit https://bigbeautifullife.org/

Barb Klein

Posted on March 13, 2023 by Kacey • 0 Comments

Congratulations to today’s winner, Barb Klein, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated By: Alecia DiMario “Barb has been a licensed practical nurse at Birchwood Terrace for 48 years, primarily in the Memory Care Unit. Barb’s dedication to her patients is unparalleled.” – Alecia DiMario During her 48 years at Birchwood Terrace Barb has…… Continue Reading

Amy Anderson

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Kacey • 0 Comments

Congratulations to today’s winner, Amy Anderson, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Emily Wesson “Amy is a selfless woman whose mission is to help Vermonters and families in foster care and in need.” – Emily Wesson Amy Anderson is the creator of Amy’s Armoire, a thrift store in Barre that is making…… Continue Reading

Lindsey Owen

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Kacey • 0 Comments

Congratulations to today’s winner, Lindsey Owen, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated By: John St. Amour “Lindsey leads DRVT with strength and experience, and strives to promote the equality, dignity, and self-determination of people with disabilities.” – John St. Amour Lindsey Owen is the Executive Director of Disability Rights Vermont. DRVT is an…… Continue Reading

Val Pallotta

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Kacey • 0 Comments

Congratulations to today’s winner, Val Pallotta, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated By: Colleen Palmer “Josh’s House is a safe place for veterans to get a hot meal, counseling, massage, exercise, classes and camaraderie with fellow veterans, all of this at no charge. She won’t stop until there is an end to Veteran suicide.”…… Continue Reading

Michelle LaPerle

Michelle LaPerle

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Kacey • 0 Comments

Congratulations to today’s winner, Michelle LaPerle, one of our 20 Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Briana Aylward “Michelle is a pillar in the face of substance use in the State of Vermont. She goes above and beyond to make sure she is available to others trying to find sobriety.” – Briana Aylward Michelle LaPerle…… Continue Reading

Ashley Bartley

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Kacey • 0 Comments

Congratulations to today’s winner, Ashley Bartley, one of our 20 Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated by: Jeff Bartley “Ashley’s dedication to her community is inspiring to women everywhere, especially her one year old daughter Reagan.” – Jeff Bartley As a new, young mom and working professional, Ashley ran for the Vermont House of Representatives. She…… Continue Reading

Betty Holton

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Kacey • 0 Comments

Congratulations to today’s winner, Betty Holton, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated By: Cyndi Benoit “My mom is amazing, caring and dedicated to helping others for 79 years and still going strong. Amazing woman.” – Cyndi Benoit Betty Holton has always taken care of the people around her. She worked at UVM for…… Continue Reading

Kellie Thomas

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Kacey • 0 Comments

Congratulations to today’s winner, Kellie Thomas, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated By: Holli Boise “Kellie Thomas is a 6th-degree black belt who teaches TaeKwon Do to people from eighteen months old to seventy years old. In her own words, she teaches “to help people build self-confidence”. It is clear she does this out…… Continue Reading

Shawna Lovelette

Shawna Lovelette

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Kacey • 0 Comments

Congratulations to today’s winner, Shawna Lovelette, one of our Outstanding Women of 2023! Nominated By: Amy Gervais “Shawna is the first to volunteer in her community where help is needed. She is always volunteering and giving. She is the kindest, most caring person I know.” – Amy Gervais Shawna Lovelette and her husband run Hull Insurance…… Continue Reading

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Gigantic Indoor Flea Market

Sunday, April 16 from 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM at Champlain Valley Exposition. The Gigantic Indoor Flea Market features tag sale items, crafts, antiques, and more, and is a great opportunity for those looking to buy – and sell – bargain merchandise and related goods. Sign up for your table today!