WOODSTOCK — Billings Farm & Museum invites young explorers to experience the excitement of farm life through its immersive summer day camps. These camps, designed for children ages 6-11, provide hands-on experiences in animal care, gardening, and food systems, offering an engaging way to learn about Vermont’s agricultural heritage. Billings Bookworms Camp (Ages 6-8) is…

Friday, Feb. 21-Sunday, Feb. 22—WOODSTOCK — Film lovers in the area have an opportunity to experience “A Complete Unknown,” the Academy Award-nominated film about Bob Dylan’s early rise to fame, on the big screen at the Woodstock Town Hall Theatre. The film will be shown for three screenings: Friday, Feb. 21, and Saturday, Feb. 22,…

Sunday, Feb. 23 at 10 a.m. — KILLINGTON — The USASA Northern Vermont Series is bringing its Halfpipe Doubleheader to Killington Resort’s Timberline Park, offering one of the last remaining halfpipe competitions in Vermont. This event, a throwback to the early days of hand-shaped halfpipes, provides a unique opportunity for skiers and snowboarders to showcase…

By Ellie Trinkle It is easy for a film to get viewers to imagine what it would be like to be in a character’s shoes, but it is rare for a movie to actually place us in their shoes. RaMell Ross’ historical drama “Nickel Boys” accomplishes this and is easily one of the most poignant,…

Thursday, Feb. 20 at 6:30 p.m.—LUDLOW—The Friends of Ludlow Auditorium (FOLA) and the Catamount Trail Association (CTA) present an evening of ski films at Heald Auditorium, Ludlow Town Hall. The event features “40 Years on the Trail,” a short CTA film by Climb High Productions, followed by “Variable,” a documentary by filmmaker Jamie Kennard chronicling…

As daylight fades over the Green Mountains, the Middlebury Snowbowl transforms into an illuminated winter wonderland. One of only two lift-serviced night skiing areas in Vermont, the Snowbowl invites skiers and snowboarders to experience the thrill of carving down the slopes under the stars with a unique atmosphere that blends adventure, community, and the charm…

Vermont State University’s (VTSU) Construction Management program is making strides in addressing Vermont’s skilled labor shortage while achieving national recognition with a new accreditation. The program, which prepares students for high-demand careers in construction, has earned accreditation from the Applied and Natural Sciences Accreditation Commission of ABET, affirming its commitment to excellence in industry-recognized education.…

By Steven Jupiter Editor’s note: This story was originally published in The Reporter, based in Brandon. Jupiter is the editor of that publication. For the better part of the past year, everyone driving down Route 7 south of Brandon Village has wondered about the transformation of the old Adams cabin resort—most recently known as the…

By Carly Berlin/VTDigger Editor’s note: This story, by Report for America corps member Carly Berlin, was produced through a partnership between VTDigger and Vermont Public. During the first days of his fifth term in office, Gov. Phil Scott emphasized a familiar priority: create more housing across Vermont. At a press conference at the Statehouse Jan. 21, members of…

The Vermont Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), in collaboration with the Vermont Association of Planning and Development Agencies (VAPDA) and the Vermont Housing Finance Agency (VHFA), has released new regional targets for housing production across the state and a new tool that allows DHCD to track progress towards those regional housing goals in…

Editor's Note: Correction: In the Feb. 5 print edition of the Mountain Times we listed this show as cancelled. This was an error on our part. This show will go on as scheduled. We apologize for any confusion. Friday, March 28 at 7:30 p.m.—Rutland—Acclaimed banjo virtuoso Noam Pikelny will take the stage for an evening…

Friday, Feb. 14 through Sunday, Feb. 23—BARNARD —BarnArts launches its 2025 season with a bold new production of “Antigone,” running Feb. 14-15 & 20-22 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 16 & 23 at 2 p.m. at Barnard Town Hall. This reimagined take on Sophokles’ classic tragedy, translated by poet Anne Carson, blends humor, music, and…

Thursday, Feb. 13 through Sunday, Feb. 16.—WHITE RIVER JUNCTION—The White River Indie Film Festival (WRIF) returns to the Upper Valley, bringing an electrifying selection of global indie films, compelling documentaries, and locally produced works. Hosted at JAM – Junction Arts & Media and the Briggs Opera House, this year’s festival carries the theme “Hand Over…

Dear Editor, We are writing in stark dissent of the proposed cell tower in Hartland Four Corners. Our dissension is based on several critical factors: IllegalityAccording to local ordinances, no construction shall surpass tree height, yet the proposed tower of 170+ feet far exceeds the height of any local flora. Health risksAccording to the American…

Dear Editor, Act 171 has opened a door for Killington to strengthen trust between town officials and the community they serve. For seven years I was a law enforcement officer in the city of Alexandria, Virginia, a stone’s throw south of Washington, D.C. The profession comes with a heightened level of community trust, and to…