Sunday, Aug. 25 at 11 a.m.—KILLINGTON— This Sunday, Mission Farm in Killington will host its second annual Meadows & Mountains Festival from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The festival will take place at the beautiful 180-acre cooperative space at 316 Mission Farm Road in Killington.
There will be live music featuring talented local musicians, raffle prizes, kid-friendly activities, local food and drink vendors, and an artisan market. All proceeds raised from the event will go towards future community activities and charity efforts.
Admission is a $10 suggested donation and kids age 12 and under free.
I deejayed the first event last year and will be doing this one, too. It’s a great community event. The space is amazing, with beautiful views, and a lot to do. If you’ve never been, I highly suggest checking the place out. Tour around the property and take in all it has to offer. The church on the property is a work of art. Make sure to tour inside, too! It’s known as the Church of Our Savior and it was built in 1894-95 of Vermont granite. They have a natural amphitheater, with beautifully constructed stone seats. You may have some chicken and rooster friends cozying up to you while you sit. My 1-year-old Judah really enjoyed seeing them.
I kick off the event at 11 a.m. and the first musician is Aedie at noon. He’s been a monthly regular at the Killington Distillery. I’ve yet to see him play, but have heard good things. At 1:30 p.m. is Tboneicus Jones, a Liquid Art regular performer. I saw him there last month, and his song selection had something for everyone. He did a great version of “Slip Sliding Away” by Paul Simon. At 3 p.m. you definitely do not want to miss a super jam like no other. This is a first time collaboration, and Mission Farm is excited to host it. This 2-hour super set features Liz Reedy, Rhys Chalmers, Nick Bredice, Chris Pallutto and Krishna Guthrie. I’ve seen them all perform solo, and all are great. I’m stoked to see this jam, and I have a feeling it will be quite the highlight. The whole event will be something to see but this jam you don’t want to miss.
Chris Pallutto has been a staple in the Rutland/Killington music scene for well over a decade. Whether the stage is big or small, he plays with a passion, and sings with a soul that’s guaranteed to entertain. Liz Reedy is a singer/songwriter from North Carolina who now calls Vermont home. Emily Oakes, manager of the Distillery, said “Liz Reedy is straight magic. Her grace on stage is warm, and her voice is nothing short of spectacular.”
Rhys Chalmers has become a regular in the Killington music scene over the past few years. I really like the acoustic versions of ’90s rock songs he plays, but his vast variety of songs has something for everyone.
Krishna Guthrie has quite the musical family tree. His grandfather is Arlo Guthrie and his great-grandfather is Woody Guthrie. He’s been playing music before he can remember but it’s his now music that you will enjoy a lot. I love when Krishna covers his great-grandfather Woody’s “This Land is Your Land.” It’s magical. I like music that moves you, and this definitely does.
Nick Bredice is a new favorite of mine. He plays all over the state, but calls Bridgewater home. He recently quit his full-time job, to be a full-time musician. He’s a regular at the Killington Resort base lodges, and currently plays every Sunday night at Jax Food & Games. His solo act draws on the indie-folk soundscapes, and improv-heavy influences from past projects, collaborations and favorite bands.
“We are thrilled to invite both visitors and our local community to celebrate this special space in the Killington Valley,” said Lisa Ransom, executive director of Church of Our Savior at Mission Farm. “Mission Farm is a place to connect and share in the beauty, talent, and creative spirit of this community.”
Mission Farm is located in Killington off Route 4 across from the Skyeship Lodge.
For more information, visit: missionfarmvt.org.
