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Give at the Killington blood drive, Monday

January 15, 2020
Monday, Jan. 20 at 10 a.m.—KILLINGTON—Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Your donation could save a life. The Killington community is asked to donate in the conference room of the Killington Grand Resort Hotel on Jan. 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. As a bonus, everyone who donates blood will be…

A celebration ‘Out of the Mountain of Despair, A Stone of Hope’ held

January 15, 2020
Vermont Law School honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Tuesday Tuesday, Jan. 21 at 12:45 p.m.—SOUTH ROYALTON — Vermont Law School’s Office of Student Affairs and Diversity presents a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration entitled “Out of the Mountain of Despair, A Stone of Hope” from 12:45 to 2 p.m. in the Chase Community…

Sing and dance along with Mister Chris and friends in concert

January 15, 2020
Sunday, Jan. 19 at 12 p.m.—RUTLAND— Jump, jump, jump up and down! It’s Mister Chris and Friends in Concert! Sing and dance along as Mister Chris and his band of special friends perform new and familiar songs, including favorites from the popular Vermont PBS music series for kiddos at the Paramount Theatre. In addition to…

Fourth annual Women’s March held in Castleton, Saturday

January 15, 2020
Saturday, Jan. 18 at 12 p.m.—CASTLETON—Women have a chance to finish what they started three years ago and are going to do so in Southern Vermont! The 4th annual Women’s March Vermont will take place on Saturday, Jan. 18 from 12-3 p.m., at Castleton University’s Casella Theater, 45 Alumni Drive in Castleton, in solidarity with hundreds of sister…

The 34th annual Rutland winter bridal show comes to town

January 15, 2020
Sunday, Jan. 19 at 11:30 a.m.—RUTLAND—The Rutland Bridal Show is the longest continuously running bridal show in Vermont! Everyone comes out for this one. Most engagements happen from Thanksgiving to Valentine’s Day. Couples say that they get engaged over the holidays because they plan to spend time with family and want to share their exciting…

Catch an encore presentation of the apocalyptic ‘Wozzeck’

January 15, 2020
Saturday, Jan. 18th at 12:55 p.m.—RUTLAND— The Paramount Theatre is hosting an encore performance of the Metropolitan Opera performance, “Wozzeck.” Berg’s 20th-century shocker stars baritone Peter Mattei in the title role, with Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin on the podium and soprano Elza van den Heever as the long-suffering Marie. Groundbreaking visual artist and director William Kentridge…

VINS celebrates winter wildlife in Vermont

January 15, 2020
Saturday, Jan. 18 at 10 a.m.—QUECHEE—It’s time for the VINS annual Winter Wildlife Celebration! This event is a day to celebrate the wildlife of winter. Enjoy family activities throughout the day. In the morning, join interactive guided tours and talks from our knowledgeable VINS educators, then spend the afternoon enjoying games, crafts and activities that challenge…

Vermont High School bowling tournament results so far

January 15, 2020
Saturday, Jan. 18—VERMONT—The Vermont High School bowling tournament is underway, with 11 teams from across the state vying for the title. After two weeks, Windsor leads the standings with 24 points, Randolph is in seconds with 22 points and S. Burlington is third with 21 points. The top 3 individual bowlers are Howard Stockwell of…

Rutland Audubon leads birdwatching journey in the Champlain Valley

January 15, 2020
Saturday, Jan. 18 at 9 a.m.—BRANDON—Seeking out winter regulars and rarities in the Champlain Valley has become an annual winter tradition for Rutland County Audubon. All are invited to join as they look for winter visitors along Lake Champlain and neighboring farm fields. To attend, meet at Otter Valley Union High School parking lot, 2997…

Award winners Ruane and Duquette play at Brandon Music

January 15, 2020
Saturday,  Jan. 18 at 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON—Richard Ruane and Beth Duquette are a Vermont-based acoustic duo performing original music that is steeped in tradition, but of its own time. They are known for their strong, imaginative vocals and harmonies, often compared to classic sibling harmony duos. Some of their original songs hark back to traditional ballads…

Woodstock film series features ‘Honeyland’

January 15, 2020
Saturday, Jan. 18 at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—The 10th annual Woodstock Film Series at Billings Farm and Museum will feature the film “Honeyland” in HD projection and surround sound, with complimentary refreshments. Reservations are strongly recommended. “Honeyland” won multiple awards at this year’s Sundance Film Festival for its depiction of Hatidze Muratova, who’s the last in a…

Killington offers kids activities over MLK weekend

January 15, 2020
Friday, Jan. 17 at 4 p.m.—KILLINGTON— After an amazing afternoon on the hill with the family, head into the Snowshed Base Lodge for kid-friendly activities for the whole family to enjoy.  Activities will include cookie decorating, slime making, and a coloring corner. There will also be  an interactive Woodward demo for kids to work on their balance…

Take park laps with the Woodward Killington crew

January 15, 2020
Saturday, Jan. 17 at 10:20 a.m.—KILLINGTON—Park Laps is a fun and inviting environment that gives skiers and snowboarders a chance to interact with the Woodward Killington park crew and hone their skills. Follow the park crew and skip right to the front of the lift line on each lap, avoiding those Saturday morning crowds. You’ll get…

Michael Arnowitt and the ImproVisions Jazz Quintet perform at Chandler

January 15, 2020
Friday, Jan. 17 at 7:30 p.m.—RANDOLPH— As both a pianist and composer, Michael Arnowitt’s imaginative musical landscapes, extraordinary sense of touch, and unique musical expressions have delighted audiences in concert halls around the world, from his home base in Vermont and Toronto to Korea, Russia, France, Belgium, Germany, Holland, the Czech Republic, and Hungary. His…

Mary Bonhag featured in special Vermont Symphony Orchestra Jukebox

January 15, 2020
Friday, Jan. 17 at 7:30 —RUTLAND—The Vermont Symphony Orchestra’s (VSO) innovative chamber music series, Jukebox, returns in 2020 with special guest performer, Mary Bonhag. Performing at Rutland’s Merchants Hall on January 17 and ArtsRiot in Burlington on January 18, this two-night feature will focus on the power of words, poetry and speech, and how it…