Aug. 13-19—The fourth annual Open Farm Week will return the week of Monday, Aug. 13-Sunday, Aug. 19, and will feature a diverse schedule of rooted in Vermont on-farm activities for the whole family. Open Farm Week is a celebration of Vermont farms offering visitors a backstage pass to learn more about local food origins, authentic…

Wednesday, Aug. 15, 7 p.m.—WEST RUTLAND—Local sculptor Don Ramey is Artist in Residence at the Carving Studio and Sculpture Center for the months of July and August. He is creating a large scale marble relief sculpture honoring the Vermont volunteers who served in the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment during the Civil War. The carving, part…

Saturday, Aug. 11, 9:30 a.m.—WHITE RIVER JUNCTION—VA sponsors Welcome Home events around the country for returning military service members and their families. On Saturday, Aug. 11, White River Junction VAMC and the Vet Center will be hosting a music festival and cookout to honor local soldiers, combat veterans, and their families. The event will be…

Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 11-12—RUTLAND—All are invited to attend the Chaffee Art Center’s 57th Annual Art in the Park Summer Festival to be held on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 11-12 in Main Street Park at the junction of routes 4 and 7 in Rutland. The show features juried fine artists, craftspeople, and specialty food producers. Rounding out the festival are food vendors,…

By Stephen Seitz WALLINGFORD—Democrat Ken Fredette is one if the three candidates vying for the two seats in the Rutland 2 legislative district, comprising Clarendon, Proctor, Tinmouth, Wallingford and West Rutland. The other two are incumbent Democrat Dave Potter and incumbent Republican Tom Burditt. “I ran for the House six years ago,” said Fredette. “I…

By Leonard Perry, UVM Horticulturist & Charlie Nardozzi, Garden Consultant Freezing corn for winter enjoyment, starting fall greens in the garden, and dividing some perennials are gardening activities for this month. Harvest sweet corn early in the day for the best flavor. Squeeze ears to see if they’re firm and wait to harvest until the…

Saturday, Aug. 11, 1 p.m.—CASTLETON—Dog trainer Deb Helfrich will hold a program on Saturday, Aug. 11 at 1 p.m. about dog communication, at the Castleton Free Library. What is that dog saying? Is a yawn always just a yawn? Why does a dog shake off even when it’s not wet? Is a tail wag always friendly?…

By Marguerite Jill Dye One might assume the mind-body connection would be obvious once we become ill, but sometimes we’re too busy chasing symptoms to see their significance in our lives. Louise Hay’s book, “You Can Heal Your Life,” lists ailments with their emotional roots. It provides deep insights into how our minds and emotions…

Saturday, Aug. 11, 10 a.m.—QUECHEE—Join VINS for a day exploring the amazing lives of mammals, Saturday, Aug. 11, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Discover the specialties of these furred critters and find out how important they are to the natural world. See an amazing puppet show with Lindsay and Her Puppet Pals, find out about bears with…

As incidents of bears breaking into homes, garages, sheds and vehicles in Vermont increases, so too should efforts by residents to bear-proof their homes and secure potential outdoor food sources that can attract bears. While searching for food in early July, one bear broke into a Killington home through an open window, and another Killington…

By Becca Zidik Good things come in pairs, especially wine. Hailing from Espagne, Hammeken Cellars of Alicante has produced an array of specialized wine since 1996. Specifically, Flor del Montgó Tempranillo and Flor del Montgó Verdejo: sisters from a slightly different mister … well, family of grapes. The Tempranillo, a black grape originating in Spain, comes…

“Good Neighbor” “Lights” “Ice Dam” Saturday, Aug. 11, 6-8 p.m.—RUTLAND—The opening reception for Ellen Shattuck Pierce’s solo exhibition, “Thirty-six Views of Home,” a collection of prints about motherhood, will be held Saturday, Aug. 11, 6-8 p.m. at The Alley Gallery, Center St., Rutland. Free wine, light refreshments, and live music will invite art-lovers and print-enthusiasts from all…

Saturday, Aug. 11, 9:30 a.m.—Castleton Historical Society offers a the opportunity to visit historic buildings on Main Street in Castleton on the following Saturday mornings: Aug. 11, 18, and 25 and Sept. 1. The venerable Buel block at 556 Main St., next to the Castleton post office, was built 200 years ago as three brick commercial buildings…

By Curt Peterson BARNARD—The Barnard School Board expects the Vermont Board of Education (BoE) to accept recommendation by the Agency of Education (AoE) to force the school to join the Windsor Central Modified Unified Union School District. A decision is due Nov. 30. Pamela Fraser asked district board members on July 31 to consider renegotiating…