By Lola Duffort/VTDigger Another small liberal arts college in Vermont will close its doors for good this summer. Southern Vermont College president David Evans announced Monday, March 4, that the school would shut down at the end of the year. He cited declining enrollments, financial pressures, and a recent decision by the New England Commission…

By Marguerite Jill Dye The “HEAL” documentary on Netflix, which I wrote about in last week’s Mountain Meditation, and my own pain experience 10-14 years ago and, unfortunately now, have taught me we have more power than we realize to set our healing ability in motion. Food as medicine is nothing new. It’s been used…

THE QUESTION THIS WEEK: “Ear buds/headphones while skiing/riding? Do you use them? What's your take on them?” Alan Koswick (right) Cohasset, Massachusetts “But my heart is in Vermont” “I think they are a bad idea. It’s a safety issue. You need to be able to hear what’s going on around you and pay attention.” Brian…

Thursday, March 7, 8 p.m.—KILLINGTON— Sultry soul is taking over the Pickle Barrel as Kat Wright returns to Killington. The March 7 show will have Wright’s signature vocals echoing through the nightclub. Known for her dynamic, yet delicately gritty voice, the Burlington native has been dubbed as “a young Bonnie Raitt meets Amy Winehouse.” Her…

March 8-9—RUTLAND — Rutland Youth Theatre (RYT) will present “ Tales from Japan ,” an original show written by Skyler Ambrose, Friday and Saturday, March 8 and 9. Ambrose, a RYT alumna, will also direct the show. It is being produced by Saskia Hagen Groom. From an ogre-slaying child, to the man (and a rabbit!)…

Friday, March 8, 7 p.m.—RANDOLPH— Fourteen youngsters from six Central Vermont communities will share their talents in 12 acts for this annual celebration, with performers ranging in age from 9-18 years old. A varied range of music will be offered by solo vocalists Maddox Bashaw, of Brookfield; Ella LaFromboise, of Bethel; Faith DeCroti, Emma Dimick…

Saturday, March 9, 3 and 5:30 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—The ninth annual Woodstock Vermont Film Series at the Billings Farm & Museum will feature the documentary “ Chef Flynn ” on Saturday, March 9, at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in HD projection and Surround Sound, with complimentary refreshments. Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. Directed by Cameron Yates, the documentary tells the story of…

Courtesy VSO Merchants Hall offers a sliding scale rate for the VSO performance.

Courtesy BarnArts Kotoko Brass is headlining BarnArts 7th annual Masquerade Jazz & Funk Winter Music Carnival, March 9 at the Barnard Town Hall.

Sunday, March 10, 7:30 a.m.—WEST PAWLET— The West Pawlet Volunteer Fire Department will serve an all you can eat Pancake Breakfast at the West Pawlet Fire House located at 2806 Vermont Route 153, March 10. Breakfast will be served 7:30-11 a.m. The facility is a handicap accessible site. The menu includes pancakes of several varieties…

Wednesday, March 13, 6 p.m.—WHITE RIVER JCT— If you are curious about the game of curling, now you can try it. On Wednesday, March 13 from 6-8 p.m. the Upper Valley Curling club will hold a short course on curling for people who have not yet played the game. The club is a diverse group of individuals who…

Wednesday, March 13—WALLINGFORD— Extra Stout will perform at the Wallingford Town Hall Concert Series Wednesday, March 13. Extra Stout is the Green Mountains of Vermont’s favorite traditional Irish band that has been playing together for upwards of 20 years. They bring all of the variety that Irish music has to offer from raucous drinking songs to…

Sunday, March 10, 2 p.m.—RUTLAND— Connect with your neighbors for a discussion about the public policies and issues that effect racial justice, jobs, healthcare, education, our environment and creating safe and just communities. The event will be held Sunday, March 10, from 2-4 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 117 West St. in Rutland City. Beverages…

Monday, March 11, 6:30 p.m.—KILLINGTON—Vermont’s very own John Lackard is heading back to the Foundry stage March 11 at 6:30 p.m. to rock out with Joey Leone. A Green Mountain native, Lackard started his career in music after his father brought home a Boogie Woogie piano and records. This led to a passionate lifelong career…

Saturday, March 9, 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON—Brandon Music will present the compelling  and enigmatic  singer-songwriter, Steve Hartmann from Jericho, Saturday, March 9. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, Hartmann majored in piano and double majored in stage performance and song writing, Hartmann is known for his unique sound, pristine vocals and engaging stage presence that draws you in and…