Dad Guild Events!
Dad Guild offers a wide range of programming, all designed to meet dads where they are at
Our events fall into the following categories:
Dads Only: Social and peer-support events intended for dads to connect
Caregiver Education: Opportunities for dads to deepen their knowledge on parenting topics. Intended as “dads only” unless otherwise stated.
Dads & Kids: Fun events for dads to meet and bring their kids to play
Whole Family: Big events where all caregivers and members of the family are welcome to join
Other details to note about our programming. You’ll see events listed with the following keywords:
Drop in - no registration required. Just come on by!
RSVP - we ask for dads to pre-register so we have a sense of attendance
In-person - event takes place in-person at the listed time and location
Virtual - event takes place online, via Zoom or Google Meet
Hybrid - event is both in-person and virtual. Attend whichever way works best. RSVPs will be emailed the meeting link in advance.
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Dads & Dungeons & Dragons
Hail and well met, fellow dadventurers! Embark on quest of fatherly proportions through the realm of Dadagonia, during our new D&D&D Night. Any amount of experience welcome! Premade characters and extra dice will be available. All you need to bring is yourself and your desire to quest!
Want to learn more? Join the dedicated D&D&D Discord server -> https://discord.gg/PTD6TSRVNv
Upper Valley Dad Discussion
Discussion' Dad Stuff featuring Vital Communities: Join us in-person or online for a presentation from Vital Communities, to learn about the non-profit's family friendly hiking svaneger hunt program as well as a free "e-bike library" lending program! Light refreshments served.
RSVP requested: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Divorced Dads Online Support Group
Going through a separation or a divorce? Went through one already but wanting to connect with others in similar situations? Join Marlon for this new online support group.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
Dad Disc Golf League - Burlington
The most elite & prestigious disc golf league for dads and masculine-identifying parents who live in Vermont returns for 2025! And here's the beautiful part: you can participate two different ways! Join the scheduled sessions to golf together with Keegan. Or you can golf on your own time and submit your scores later.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dads Night Out @ the Movies - The Naked Gun
Like going to the movies but haven’t gone much since becoming a parent? Join us on Monday, August 11th for a Dads’ Night Out event at Essex Cinemas to see the new Naked Gun movie!
Aiming for a 7pm-ish, but will confirm once exact showtime are released.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Dad Jam
Do you play an instrument? Do you miss playing with a group? Then join other dads for a low-key jam group.
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
New Dad Cohort
Monthly cohort for new dads (with children 0-12months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Monthly Hump Day Zoom Check-in
Our monthly online Zoom meeting for dads to meet and chat. No agenda. Just a chance for a low-key conversation about whatever.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
Black Dad Hang
Are you a Black dad? Are you looking to connect with other Black dads in the area? Dad Guild staff member Marlon Fisher will continue hosting a monthly casual hang for Black fathers at The Guild Hall.
Dads & Dungeons & Dragons
Hail and well met, fellow dadventurers! Embark on quest of fatherly proportions through the realm of Dadagonia, during our new D&D&D Night. Any amount of experience welcome! Premade characters and extra dice will be available. All you need to bring is yourself and your desire to quest!
Want to learn more? Join the dedicated D&D&D Discord server -> https://discord.gg/PTD6TSRVNv
Fires with Fathers
The last Saturday evening a month from 8pm-10pm at Rock Point in Burlington, this peer support group shares and connects on a deeper level while modeling vulnerability.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Upper Valley Dads' Night Out - Trivia Night!
Join Dad Guild at Dad’s Night Out for trivia! We’ll meet at Colatina Exit in Bradford from 6:30-8:30 on Wednesday, August 27th. We’ll buy the apps, you bring your trivia skills!
RSVP Here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Book Club Night (Good Inside)
UPDATE: This date has been confirmed for the Good Inside book club to meet.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
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We admit, we dropped the ball a bit on book clubs recently. But now they are back and with a bit more structure. The last Wednesday of the month is now officially “Book Club Night” - where we will welcome groups to meet hybrid-style - in-person at The Guild Hall or join remotely.
So how does it work?
1 - Sign up for book groups online via our Trax RSVP link (scroll to the very bottom for books)
2 - Once a book has 5 RSVPs, we’ll connect you with the other dads who signed up for the same book.
3 - Dads correspond and pick the Book Club Night that works best
4 - That night, come to the Guild Hall (or hop on the meeting link) and discuss.
Need a copy of the book? Dad Guild and lend you one. Swing by The Guild Hall.
We’ll do our best to share the confirmed books clubs meeting in advance, in case other dads want to join too. Watch the monthly newsletters as well as our Instagram.
RSVP for books here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Divorced Dads Online Support Group
Going through a separation or a divorce? Went through one already but wanting to connect with others in similar situations? Join Marlon for this new online support group.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Dads Night Out: Board Games at the Guild Hall
Board game night is one of our more popular Dads’ Night Out events. So popular, it is now recurring monthly on the 2nd Wednesdays. The event is (usually) lead by local rad dad Thomas, who brings games from his own vast collection. But dads are free to BYO-G as well!
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dads & Dungeons & Dragons
Hail and well met, fellow dadventurers! Embark on quest of fatherly proportions through the realm of Dadagonia, during our new D&D&D Night. Any amount of experience welcome! Premade characters and extra dice will be available. All you need to bring is yourself and your desire to quest!
Want to learn more? Join the dedicated D&D&D Discord server -> https://discord.gg/PTD6TSRVNv
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
New Dad Cohort
Monthly cohort for new dads (with children 0-12months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Monthly Hump Day Zoom Check-in
Our monthly online Zoom meeting for dads to meet and chat. No agenda. Just a chance for a low-key conversation about whatever.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
Black Dad Hang
Are you a Black dad? Are you looking to connect with other Black dads in the area? Dad Guild staff member Marlon Fisher will continue hosting a monthly casual hang for Black fathers at The Guild Hall.
Dad Jam
Do you play an instrument? Do you miss playing with a group? Then join other dads for a low-key jam group.
Dad Disc Golf League - Williston
The most elite & prestigious disc golf league for dads and masculine-identifying parents who live in Vermont returns for 2025! And here's the beautiful part: you can participate two different ways! Join the scheduled sessions to golf together with Keegan. Or you can golf on your own time and submit your scores later.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Book Club Night (The Whole-Brain Child)
UPDATE: This date has been confirmed for the The Whole-Brain Child book club to meet.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
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We admit, we dropped the ball a bit on book clubs recently. But now they are back and with a bit more structure. The last Wednesday of the month is now officially “Book Club Night” - where we will welcome groups to meet hybrid-style - in-person at The Guild Hall or join remotely.
So how does it work?
1 - Sign up for book groups online via our Trax RSVP link (scroll to the very bottom for books)
2 - Once a book has 5 RSVPs, we’ll connect you with the other dads who signed up for the same book.
3 - Dads correspond and pick the Book Club Night that works best
4 - That night, come to the Guild Hall (or hop on the meeting link) and discuss.
Need a copy of the book? Dad Guild and lend you one. Swing by The Guild Hall.
We’ll do our best to share the confirmed books clubs meeting in advance, in case other dads want to join too. Watch the monthly newsletters as well as our Instagram.
RSVP for books here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dads & Dungeons & Dragons
Hail and well met, fellow dadventurers! Embark on quest of fatherly proportions through the realm of Dadagonia, during our new D&D&D Night. Any amount of experience welcome! Premade characters and extra dice will be available. All you need to bring is yourself and your desire to quest!
Want to learn more? Join the dedicated D&D&D Discord server -> https://discord.gg/PTD6TSRVNv
Fires with Fathers
The last Saturday evening a month from 8pm-10pm at Rock Point in Burlington, this peer support group shares and connects on a deeper level while modeling vulnerability.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
New Dad Cohort
Monthly cohort for new dads (with children 0-12months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months. This session runs from October 2025 to March 2026
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort
Monthly cohort for new dads (with children 0-12months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months. This session runs from October 2025 to March 2026
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort
Monthly cohort for new dads (with children 0-12months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months. This session runs from October 2025 to March 2026
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort
Monthly cohort for new dads (with children 0-12months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months. This session runs from October 2025 to March 2026
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort
Monthly cohort for new dads (with children 0-12months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months. This session runs from October 2025 to March 2026
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
New Dad Cohort
Monthly cohort for new dads (with children 0-12months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months. This session runs from October 2025 to March 2026
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Fires with Fathers
The last Saturday evening a month from 8pm-10pm at Rock Point in Burlington, this peer support group shares and connects on a deeper level while modeling vulnerability.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dads & Dungeons & Dragons
Hail and well met, fellow dadventurers! Embark on quest of fatherly proportions through the realm of Dadagonia, during our new D&D&D Night. Any amount of experience welcome! Premade characters and extra dice will be available. All you need to bring is yourself and your desire to quest!
Want to learn more? Join the dedicated D&D&D Discord server -> https://discord.gg/PTD6TSRVNv
Black Dad Hang
Are you a Black dad? Are you looking to connect with other Black dads in the area? Dad Guild staff member Marlon Fisher will continue hosting a monthly casual hang for Black fathers at The Guild Hall.
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Welcome (Back) to Magic
Are you a new player looking to learn the rules of Magic: The Gathering? Or a past player looking for a low-key way to get back into it?
Then join Dad Guild and Quarterstaff games for this chill Sunday of M:TG. Gameplay will be 1v1 with 60-card decks. Attendees will be given Welcome Decks to play (and keep!). All one needs to do is open it, shuffle the cards together, and start playing.
NOTE: intermediate+ players are welcome too. Bring a Commander deck and if a quorum is reached, a game can get started!
RSVP requested: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dad Jam
Do you play an instrument? Do you miss playing with a group? Then join other dads for a low-key jam group.
Monthly Hump Day Zoom Check-in (Copy)
Our monthly online Zoom meeting for dads to meet and chat. No agenda. Just a chance for a low-key conversation about whatever.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
New Dad Cohort
Monthly cohort for new dads (with children 0-12months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dad Disc Golf League - Essex Jct
The most elite & prestigious disc golf league for dads and masculine-identifying parents who live in Vermont returns for 2025! And here's the beautiful part: you can participate two different ways! Join the scheduled sessions to golf together with Keegan. Or you can golf on your own time and submit your scores later.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dads & Dungeons & Dragons
Hail and well met, fellow dadventurers! Embark on quest of fatherly proportions through the realm of Dadagonia, during our new D&D&D Night. Any amount of experience welcome! Premade characters and extra dice will be available. All you need to bring is yourself and your desire to quest!
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Dads Night Out: Board Games at the Guild Hall
Board game night is one of our more popular Dads’ Night Out events. So popular, it is now recurring monthly on the 2nd Wednesdays. The event is (usually) lead by local rad dad Thomas, who brings games from his own vast collection. But dads are free to BYO-G as well!
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Upper Valley Dads' Night Out - Trivia Night!
Join Dad Guild at Dad’s Night Out for trivia! We’ll meet at SNAX in Lebanon from 7-9 on Tuesday, July 8th, and at Colatina Exit in Bradford from 6:30-8:30 on Wednesday, August 27th. We’ll buy the apps, you bring your trivia skills!
RSVP Here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Divorced Dads Online Support Group
Going through a separation or a divorce? Went through one already but wanting to connect with others in similar situations? Join Marlon for this new online support group.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Fires with Fathers
The last Saturday evening a month from 8pm-10pm at Rock Point in Burlington, this peer support group shares and connects on a deeper level while modeling vulnerability.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Black Dad Hang
Are you a Black dad? Are you looking to connect with other Black dads in the area? Dad Guild staff member Marlon Fisher will continue hosting a monthly casual hang for Black fathers at The Guild Hall.
New Dad Cohort
Monthly cohort for new dads (with children 0-12months) to connect and share the successes and challenges of the transition into parenthood. Meets monthly for six months.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Dad Jam
Do you play an instrument? Do you miss playing with a group? Then join other dads for a low-key jam group.
Monthly Hump Day Zoom Check-in
Our monthly online Zoom meeting for dads to meet and chat. No agenda. Just a chance for a low-key conversation about whatever.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Father's Day Friday Night Hang: Frankfurter Fiesta!
A special edition of our standing Friday Night Hang series, a special Father’s Day Frankfurter Fiesta! We’ll have plenty of hot dogs plus a “fancy” hot dog topping bar.
RSVP Requested here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
[so we know how many hot dogs to get]
Dads Night Out: Board Games at the Guild Hall
Board game night is one of our more popular Dads’ Night Out events. So popular, it is now recurring monthly on the 2nd Wednesdays. The event is (usually) lead by local rad dad Thomas, who brings games from his own vast collection. But dads are free to BYO-G as well!
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Divorced Dads Online Support Group
Going through a separation or a divorce? Went through one already but wanting to connect with others in similar situations? Join Marlon for this new online support group.
Zoom Link for Virtual Drop-In Events
Link: https://zoom.us/j/142812659?pwd=MDRwQXE2MEhiRVVjaE5hUFRYOE91Zz09
Password: 614565
Open Gym Basketball
After a long hiatus & search for a new home, we are excited to announce that Dad Guild's (very low-key) pick-up basketball is back! Starting Tuesday, June 3rd, join Dad Guild for pick-up basketball every Tuesday from 7pm-9pm at the Mater Christi School Gymnasium. There is parking, but there isn't an available bathroom onsite, so plan accordingly!
Dads Night Out @ the Movies - Mission Impossible
Like going to the movies but haven’t gone much since becoming a parent? Join us on Monday, June 2nd for a Dads’ Night Out event at Essex Cinemas to see the new Mission Impossible movie!
UPDATE: We’ll be attending the 7:00pm showtime.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search
Fires with Fathers
The last Saturday evening a month from 8pm-10pm at Rock Point in Burlington, this peer support group shares and connects on a deeper level while modeling vulnerability.
RSVP here: https://online.traxsolutions.com/dadguild/main#/search