In this festive episode of Destination: Greater Burlington, hosts Chris Gram and Amy Moyner are joined by special guest Laura Beckman to get listeners ready for local holiday shopping. They share exciting news about new businesses opening downtown, highlight unique gift ideas and experiences available from favorite Burlington shops, and provide tips for finding the perfect present—even for the hardest-to-shop-for people on your list. The trio discusses everything from art installations and events like the Burlington Jazz Festival to creative gift baskets featuring local products, sustainable shopping, and one-of-a-kind experiences like classes at Downtown Daisy. If you're looking to make your holiday shopping meaningful and fun while supporting the Greater Burlington community, this episode has you covered!

In the debut episode of Destination: Greater Burlington, hosts Chris Gram and Amy Moyner are joined by guest Matt Brown to dish on everything happening in Greater Burlington this holiday season. They highlight can't-miss downtown events like Small Business Saturday, the Kiwanis Lighted Holiday Parade, and the beloved Living Windows night, which brings a true Hallmark movie vibe to the city. The trio discusses new festive touches, including snowflake decorations and expanded tree lighting celebrations on the riverfront, and shares insider tips for a hometown staycation at Fun City Resort. Matt Brown gives the scoop on Burlington Riverfront Entertainment’s packed holiday lineup—from the Nutcracker ballet and Sesame Street Live to Dr. Seuss’s Cat in the Hat and Blippi in 2026. Throughout, listeners get the inside track on local shopping, outdoor adventures, family fun, and how to keep every weekend full using the Greater Burlington events app.