(StatePoint) For many kids, playing sports is an important part of growing up, and that’s a good thing. Sports are a great way for children and adolescents to develop lifelong exercise habits, build relationships, and learn teamwork. “Parents can play a vital role in ensuring young athletes train and condition properly,” says Dr. James M.…

Killington Mountain School Freestyle Coach Glenn Eddy checked in last week from Tignes, France where he, Coach Paddy Dayton, and a group of Freestyle student-athletes have been training in outstanding conditions for just under two weeks. Eddy said that Sunday, Nov. 16, was an “epic powder day,” with two feet of snow falling on Grande…

On Nov.15, Rutland Rugby hosted their last game of the 2014 home season against the Bennington Battle. With open play hotly contested, both sides were still in the game at the end of the first half. Rutland’s bench was too deep, however, and the hosts came away with a 22-14 win over the visitors.

The first day of skiing at Killington Resort (then Killington Basin) Dec. 13, 1958. Justin Lindholm shared this family video with The Mountain Times. What a treasure!

By Kate Robitello One thing you may have noticed in the last decade is that plant-based oil is found in virtually every product we use. Look at the ingredients next time you’re shopping at a grocery store and you’re likely to see one or more of the following plant-based oils: soybean, canola, safflower, sunflower, or…

If I have my timing right for when this column goes to press, it is safe to say tomorrow the majority of you reading this will celebrate Thanksgiving. Hopefully, you will sit down with family and friends to enjoy a homemade turkey dinner – with all the fixins. Fixins means different things to different people,…

By Rachel Sargent As you put together a dinner plan for this Thanksgiving, perhaps you’re looking for something to add a little variety to the traditional holiday meal, or ways to eat healthy food while supporting good environmental practices. How about adding insects to the menu? Along with crackers and cheese, grasshopper fritters make excellent…

KILLINGTON--The Killington Ski Club and Killington Mountain School are jointly hosting the showing of Warren Miller’s much-anticipated new film, “No Turning Back.” The movie will be shown at 7 pm on Saturday, Nov. 29, at Snowshed Lodge, Killington Resort. “No Turning Back” isWarren Miller’s 65th ski film. The newest installment pays homage to the 65…

Photos by Julia Purdy Bernice Ende, a.k.a. Lady Long Rider, leads her two Norwegian Fjords (Essie Pearl and Montana Spirit) across a pasture in Plymouth before they departed for New York. By Julia Purdy Some people challenge themselves by jumping out of airplanes, competing in Spartan events, or scaling dizzying cliff faces. In 2005, 50-year-old…

Photo courtesy of Maple View Farm Visit with the teddy-bear-like alpaca at Maple View Farm during its holiday open house. Nov. 29 & 30 at 11 a.m. — BRANDON — Maple View Farm Alpacas hosts its annual holiday open house on Nov. 29 and 30 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. both days, where you can learn…

Photo courtesy of Billings Farm & Museum Celebrate a 19th century Thanksgiving holiday with Billings Farm & Museum Nov. 28-30 at 10 a.m. — WOODSTOCK — Billings Farm & Museum, gateway to Vermont’s rural heritage, will be open for Thanksgiving Weekend, Friday through Sunday, Nov. 28 – 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The weekend…

Photo submitted No Strings Marionette Company’s rendition of “The Hobbit” includes puppets of the characters straight from “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy. Saturday, Nov. 29 at 11 a.m. — RANDOLPH — What would you do if a wandering wizard, accompanied by a band of dwarves, drew you into a quest for treasure where you’d be certain…

Nov. 28 & 29 at 10 a.m. — WESTON — The Weston Christmas Bazaar is a two day holiday festival. It all takes place in the Weston Playhouse on the Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving, Nov. 28 and 29, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. At the Bazaar, you will find over 50 booths displaying fine woodworking, artisan foods, handmade papers, jewelry, and fabric, woven and woolen crafts. Most goods…

Friday, Nov. 28 at 4 p.m. — FAIR HAVEN — The Fair Haven Concerts in the Park Committee had several requests this summer for a winter or Christmas themed concert. To honor those requests, a Christmas Concert in the Park, complete with Santa Claus, cookies, and a holiday sing-along ,will be held Friday,  Nov. 28 at 4…

Monday, Dec. 1 at 6 p.m. — KILLINGTON — The Killington Arts Guild invites the public to its next program, a Potluck Trio Holiday Concert, on Monday, Dec. 1 from 6-8 p.m. at the  Sherburne Memorial Library. Join in fun filled evening of listening pleasure with local folk music artists who will encourage you to sing along.…