Society for Psychedelic Advocacy, Research & Knowledge (SPARK) in Vermont.
In 2026, we aspire to offer free public educational community conversations on the healing potential of psychedelics at local libraries. Visit our About page to learn more about SPARK.

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  • SPARK In Vt Updates!

    Dear SPARK in VT Community,  Wishing you a sweet summer afternoon. We are exciting to share some updates with you and invite you to library talks, petition signing, and FDA updates.  Upcoming library talks  Wednesday Sept 9th, Fletcher Free Library… Continue reading

    SPARK In Vt Updates!
  • Impromptu Brunch, Saturday, Aug 8th, 10 am

    SPARK in Vt is hosting an impromptu brunch community gathering tomorrow, Aug 8th, 10 am at the Barre Social Club, 105 N Main Street, in Barre for those that are free and want to connect and catch up on all… Continue reading

    Impromptu Brunch, Saturday, Aug 8th, 10 am
  • Saturday 5pm SPARK in Vt at Crossmolina Farm Pizza Night

    This Saturday, 8/8/2026, come chat with Wanda, Peggy, and Ginger in Corinth, VT at Crossmolina Farm’s Pizza Night from 5pm until whenever! Get your slice and come talk or ask us a question about psychedelics, hear what SPARK in VT… Continue reading

    Saturday 5pm SPARK in Vt at Crossmolina Farm Pizza Night
  • Thursday, August 6th, 6:00 pm Demystifying Psychedelics Talk

    Thursday August 6th, at 6:00 pm at the 10 Green Street in Vergennes, the Society for Psychedelic Advocacy, Research & Knowledge (SPARK In Vt) invites you to a community discussion Demystifying Psychedelics, facilitated by Peggy Dippen and Ginger Cloud. This is… Continue reading

    Thursday, August 6th, 6:00 pm Demystifying Psychedelics Talk
  • Federal Update – Preparations in Progress

    Dear SPARK in Vt Community, Yesterday marked one of the biggest federal steps toward preparing for psychedelic-assisted therapies—and it was much bigger than one announcement. While some news stories focused on a single announcement, there were actually five coordinated federal actions that… Continue reading

    Federal Update – Preparations in Progress
  • Tuesday July 7th, 5:30 pm, South Burlington Library

    Tuesday July 7th, at 5:30pm at the South Burlington Public Library in South Burlington, the Society for Psychedelic Advocacy, Research & Knowledge (SPARK In Vt) invites you to a community discussion about Psychedelics, facilitated by Corinne Roberts, MD. This is a… Continue reading

    Tuesday July 7th, 5:30 pm, South Burlington Library
  • Saturday, June 27th, Noon, Bixby Library in Vergennes

    Saturday, June 27th, at noon/12pm at the Bixby Library in Hinesburg, the Society for Psychedelic Advocacy, Research & Knowledge (SPARK In Vt) invites you to a community discussion about Psychedelics, facilitated by Julie Coffey, LCMHC, PATP & Peggy Dippen, M Ed.… Continue reading

    Saturday, June 27th, Noon, Bixby Library in Vergennes
  • Carpenter-Carse Library, Hinesburg, Thursday June 25th, 5:30pm

    Friday, June 25th, at 5:30pm at the Carpenter-Carse Library in Hinesburg, the Society for Psychedelic Advocacy, Research & Knowledge (SPARK In Vt) invites you to a community discussion about Psychedelics, facilitated by Peggy Dippen, M Ed, & Julie Coffey, LCMHC, PATP… Continue reading

    Carpenter-Carse Library, Hinesburg, Thursday June 25th, 5:30pm
  • Library Talk Friday June 19, 5-6:30pm Plainfield, Cutler Memorial Library!

    Friday, June 19th, from 5:00-6:30pm at the Cutler Memorial Library, the Society for Psychedelic Advocacy, Research & Knowledge (SPARK In Vt) invites you to a community discussion about Psychedelics, facilitated by Wanda Handel, MSN, RN, & Rachel Lamagna, LCMHC. This is… Continue reading

    Library Talk Friday June 19, 5-6:30pm Plainfield, Cutler Memorial Library!
  • SPARK Psychedelic Practitioner Brunch .

    SPARK Psychedelic Practitioner Brunch Saturday May 30, 10am, Barre Vt. Social gathering for psychedelic practitioners (therapists, medical clinicians, clergy, guides, complimentary care professionals) at the Barre Social Club’s Saturday May 30th brunch starting at 10am. RSVP to SparkInVt.org@gmail.com. Continue reading

    SPARK Psychedelic Practitioner Brunch .