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Cardy Raper discusses memoir in Rutland
January 30, 2019
Saturday, Feb. 2, 2 p.m.—RUTLAND— On Saturday, Feb. 2 at 2 p.m., Phoenix Books Rutland will host Cardy Raper for a talk on her memoir, “Love, Sex, and Mushrooms: Adventures of a Woman in Science.” When a young girl, Raper told her mother, “When I grow up I want to be a scientist and make grand…
Author Ph.D. Polly Young-Eisendrath talks relationships in Rutland
January 30, 2019
Thursday, Jan. 31, 6:30 p.m.—RUTLAND— On Thursday, Jan. 31 at 6:30 p.m., Phoenix Books Rutland will host Polly Young-Eisendrath for a talk on her new book, “Love Between Equals: Relationship as a Spiritual Path.” Readers learn how to successfully negotiate conflicts and deepen our most intimate relationships in this practical and thoughtful guide by an experienced Buddhist…
VINS presents Owl Prowl, two sessions for 2019
January 30, 2019
Friday, Feb. 1, 5:30 p.m.—QUECHEE— The Vermont Institute of Natural Science presents Owl Prowl 2019. There will be two prowls: Friday, Feb. 1 and Friday, March 1. Explore the natural world by hiking the wooded trails at the VINS Nature Center and prowl for owls. The winter woods provide a perfect opportunity for new and experienced…
The Met’s ‘Carmen’ to be broadcast at two locations
January 30, 2019
Photo courtesy Town Hall Theater Carmen, middle, is a gypsy seductress who lives by her own rules.
Sample eight different chocolates varieties at Vault’s annual tasting event
January 30, 2019
Saturday, Feb. 2, 12 p.m.—SPRINGFIELD— Gallery at the Vault’s ninth annual chocolate tasting is being held Saturday, Feb. 2 from 12-4 p.m. Visitors will be able to sample from a large assortment of fine chocolates and chocolate confections. This year’s chocolate participants include Aroma Catering, Daily Chocolate, Heritage Bakery, Inn at Weathersfield, Lake Champlain Chocolates, Red…
Chelsea Berry returns to Brandon with new album repertoire
January 30, 2019
Saturday, Feb. 2, 7:30 p.m.—BRANDON— The compelling Chelsea Berry performs live at Brandon Music, Saturday, Feb. 2 at 7:30 p.m. Chelsea Berry is a singer-songwriter with the edge, power, and finesse of legends. As a vocalist and performer, she evokes the style of artists such as Cheryl Crow, Eva Cassidy, KD Lang, and Melissa Etheridge.…
Robert Redford skis for Olympic Gold in FOLA’s next movie
January 30, 2019
Saturday, Feb. 2, 7 p.m.—LUDLOW— FOLA will show the 1969 American sports drama movie, “ Downhill Racer ,” on Saturday, Feb. 2 at 7 p.m. at the Heald Auditorium (upstairs at the Ludlow Town Hall). “Downhill Racer” was directed by Michael Ritchie and stars Robert Redford as David Chappellett, a self-centered young man who games…
Woodchuck Festival supports West Pawlet VFD
January 30, 2019
Saturday, Feb. 2, 10 a.m.—WEST PAWLET— The 16th annual Woodchuck Festival will be held on Saturday, Feb. 2, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Mettawee Community School, 5788 VT Route 153 in West Pawlet. The Woodchuck Market Place will host vendors selling homemade wood furniture, Lularoe, homemade jerky, and more handcrafted items. A kitchen will…
Doug James joins Leone for Monday Blues Night
January 30, 2019
Monday, Feb. 4, 6:30 p.m.—KILLINGTON— Doug James and Joey Leone are set to take over The Foundry’s stage on Monday, Feb. 4 for another jamming evening of Monday Blues Night! Music starts at 6:30 p.m. Inspired by his mother, Doug James taught himself to play saxophone at an early age. This led to his interest in…
Brandon Inn hosts February Science Pub
January 30, 2019
Sunday, Feb. 3, 4 p.m.—BRANDON— The February Science Pub welcomes Michael Dash, assistant professor of psychology at Middlebury College, for a discussion on sleep. “To Sleep, Perchance to Dream” takes place Sunday, Feb. 3, 4 p.m. at the Brandon Inn, 20 Park St., Brandon. Everyone sleeps, but why? Michael Dash studies how changes within the…
Super Bowl LIII to broadcast at the Paramount, free of charge
January 30, 2019
Sunday, Feb. 3, 5:45 p.m.—RUTLAND— The Paramount will broadcast the 53rd annual Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 3, free of charge to the entire community. Donations are appreciated. Bruce Bouchard commented, “It is just a great joy to offer this opportunity for uber-civic engagement, and rabid fans can raucously cheer on their beloved Patriots. Sports Live in HD and…
Peace Park comes to Killington
January 30, 2019
Photo by Blotto Brock Crouch catches some air in a Peace Park.
100% Inn – Trailside Inn owners succeed with market niche
January 30, 2019
Submitted After five years as minority owners, Ann and Joshua Eckler celebrate purchasing Trailside Inn on Route 100 north in Killington from former partner, Joe DeSena.
‘This is my home’
January 30, 2019
Photo by Katy Savage For transfer students Claire Sherman, Kaleigh Kennedy and Serena McKenzie this semester will be their last.
Five ski 100 days in 100 days
January 30, 2019
Photo by David Young Killington resort hit its 100th consecutive day open for the 2018-19 season on Saturday, Jan. 26. On that day, five guests were inducted into the 100 Day Club. Inductees were gifted with the coveted 100 Day baseball cap and bumper sticker at the K-1 Express Gondola. They also got the first…
