RUTLAND—The Vermont Society of Health-System Pharmacists (VTSHP) recently announced its 2021 Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technician of the year, honoring two practitioners from Rutland Regional Medical Center. Saisha Branchaud, PharmD, BCPS, the director of pharmacy services, was named the 2021 Pharmacist of the Year. She was recognized for her “steadfast leadership” during the past year and…

By DJ Dave Hoffenberg Live music is what I missed most during the pandemic. Killington had a few places doing music but one had taken 15 months off, until now. One that people, including myself, have come to love seeing music at unfortunately had to take a break, until now. I am pleased to announce…

Friday, July 9 at 5 p.m. — BRANDON — To celebrate summer’s bounty, the Brandon Artists Guild (BAG) presents Feast for the Eyes — a new, all-member, all-media art show. The exhibit opens with a free reception on July 9 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and will run through Aug. 29. “Everyone’s hungry,” declared…

For the brave, adventurous and exceedingly hot By Brooke Geery Floating is a classic Vermont summer activity with many different vessels to choose from. A kayak or canoe will get you there faster and keep you drier, but as the mercury tops the charts, a simple rubber innertube is the best way out of the…

Thursday, July 8 at 7 p.m. — FAIR HAVEN — The Big Band sound of Enerjazz returns to Fair Haven’s Concerts in the Park on Thursday, July 8 at 7 p.m. This is the second in our series of eight summer concerts. This group has been a staple each year and always brings a crowd…

Explore eclectic string ensemble music during Homes & Gardens Tour Friday, July 9 at 6 p.m. — PITTSFORD — The Vermont Symphony Orchestra (VSO) is pleased to announce a visit to Pittsford during its 2021 summer season, coming together for a musical garden party at the Pittsford Village Farm on July 9 at 6 p.m. This free performance is part of…

Saturday, July 10 and 11, 6 p.m. ­— WHITE RIVER JUNCTION — Vermont-based Loom Ensemble has gathered together local dancers and professional theatermakers to devise a dance-theater performance, to tour Vermont city parks this July, sponsored by Open Door Integrative Wellness of White River Junction. “Twenty Twenty / Twenty Twenty-One: Dance-Theater for Collective Liberation” invites…

By Curt Peterson After a year and a half of postponements and re-postponements due to Covid-19 pandemic risks and restrictions, Hartlanders positioned along the parade route uttered a sigh of relief and joy on July Fourth – Old Home Day 2021. Participants referred to “last year’s event,”but “last year” really meant 2019, as Hartland’s and…

Wednesday, July 7 at 6:30 p.m. — HARTFORD — Join us at Lyman Point Park for a concert in the park featuring Chad Hollister. Hartford’s summer concert series, held ever Wednesday evening, continues with Hollister’s acoustic rock. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for this free concert. Hollister has opened for such greats as Bob…

July 8-11 — BRANDON — The 26th annual Basin Bluegrass Festival begins this Thursday evening in Brandon with a spaghetti supper followed by a country concert. The next three days will feature all day music by bands from up and down the East Coast. There will also be workshops for guitar, fiddle, bass, banjo, and…

Billings farm presents farm animal theme weeks through July and August WOODSTOCK —Beginning this week, Billings Farm & Museum will highlight a different farm animal with daily up-close programs, displays and explorations and a “themed” recipe. Meet the farm animal of the week with daily programs at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. in July…

Wednesday, July 14, at 4 p.m. — VIRTUAL—Summer is here and one of the best and most enjoyable ways to tend to your well-being and the wellness of your family and friends is to get outside! Whether you’re looking to summit your first mountain, thru-hike the Long Trail or just visit the park next door,…

When the mercury rises, savvy cooks know lighter fare is the name of the game. Light recipes can be made even better by incorporating fresh produce that’s full of vitamins and minerals. It’s even possible to grow many of these foods right in your own backyard garden. “Baked Peppers With Rice Stuffing (Bajoques Farcides)” is…

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6-year-old. Neutered male. Pointer mix. Brown. Big guy looking for his forever home, that would be me. Rutland County Humane Society, 765 Stevens Road, Pittsford, VT • (802) 483-6700 • Tues. – Sat. 12-5p.m. Closed Sun. & Mon. • www.rchsvt.org Hi!(I’m the little one in the back!) and I’m a 6-year-old neutered Maltese mix. I’m…