Wednesday, July 4, 9:45 p.m.—RUTLAND—Don’t miss the Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce Fireworks Extravaganza in celebration of Independence Day on Wednesday, July 4. The pyrotechnics begin promptly at 9:45 p.m. at the Vermont State Fairgrounds, 175 S. Main St. The Rutland County Agricultural Society will also be holding its 2018 Summer Smash Demo Derby at the Vermont State…

KILLINGTON—Despite steady, heavy rains on Saturday, June 23, more than 600 cyclists took to Vermont’s scenic roads to pedal for a cause, raising $280,000 for Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports’ year-round programs for people with disabilities. Held annually the Saturday after Father’s Day, the 8th annual Long Trail Charity Ride to Benefit Vermont Adaptive included…

By Katy Savage After navigating roadblocks preventing Lyft’s expansion in Vermont, a bill signed by the governor June 19 has made it possible for the ride hailing company to expand statewide. The popular transportation service available through an app went live in Rutland and Barre Sunday, July 1—the same day the bill (Act 3) went…

By Cal Garrison (a.k.a. Mother of the Skye) This week’s Horoscopes are coming out under a Void-of-Course, Aquarius Moon that will switch gears when it rolls in Pisces at around 1:30 p.m. July 2. As we move toward the dark end of the lunar cycle, it might help to talk about what it means to examine…

By Katy Savage WOODSTOCK—Five years after opening Worthy Kitchen, bringing local food and casual dining to the region, the restaurant owners have opened a new year-round creemee and frozen yogurt shop. Sweet and Salty, located by the Woodstock Welcome Center off Main Street, had a soft opening Wednesday, June 27. An official open and ribbon…

By Marguerite Jill Dye RUTLAND—“Children don’t belong in cages!” stood out among the powerful signs at Rutland’s “Families Belong Together” event. Over 150 demonstrators of all ages lined up along  Routes 4 and 7 at Rutland’s Main Street Park. There were 750 nationwide marches on Saturday, June 29, in 50 states. They protested abhorrence against…

Wednesday, July 4—WOODSTOCK—Celebrate Wednesday, July 4 in Woodstock – rain or shine! Festivities begin at 8:30 a.m. with the 42nd Annual John Langhans 7.1 Green Mile Road Race and Kids Fun Run. Runners and walkers will enjoy a challenging course through Woodstock, starting and finishing at the Village Green. The Kids Fun Run (for age 10 and under) is a short…

Wednesday, July 4, 9 a.m.—PLYMOUTH NOTCH—On Wednesday, July 4, the President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site celebrates the birth of our nation and the birthday of our 30th president. The special activities honoring the only U.S. president born on Independence Day are scheduled for 9 a.m.-5 p.m. This year’s celebration has been selected as a “Top 10 Summer…

Wednesday, July 4, 10 a.m.—WOODSTOCK—Celebrate the Billings Farm & Museum’s Old Vermont 4th on Wednesday, July 4, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., featuring traditional music, flag-making, hand cranked ice cream, horse-drawn wagon rides, patriotic speeches, and an historic debate. Throughout the day, families can make their own 43-star flags (the flag of 1890), Uncle Sam bookmarks, fireworks stencils, and…

Wednesday, July 4, 9 a.m.—KILLINGTON—Held annually, the Town of Killington celebrates the Fourth of July with a day of activities on businesses along River Road. At 9 a.m., the Friends of the Library will holds a book and gift sale at Sherburne Memorial Library, through 12 noon. The parade starts at 100 a.m., beginning at…

By Dave Hoffenberg It took a little while, but Killington Resort has made it back to where they were all of last season – in first place. To get there they had to fight two teams on the Bridgewater battle field: McGrath’s Sushi and Clearly Moguls. First battle combatant was MS and pitcher Matt Kinsman quickly…

Courtesy of Killington Resort KILLINGTON—The WreckTangle, a proprietary ninja obstacle challenge named after its rectangular shape, debuted at Killington Resort, Friday, June 22. The WreckTangle has 10 obstacles, which can be swapped out, including a quarter pipe finish. The thrilling obstacles are designed to be achievable and fun for kids and adults. Aspiring ninjas use skill, strength, creativity…

By DJ Dave Hoffenberg For the past 36 years, Gypsy Reel has been Celtic rockin’ around Vermont. I’ve seen them a few times and it’s a show not to be missed. Gypsy Reel’s line-up includes hot banjoist Claudine Langille, formerly of Touchstone, the sensational Irish/American fusion band that won critical acclaim on both sides of…

By Marguerite Jill Dye Butterflies danced among blackberry bushes, reminding me of the butterfly effect used by shamans worldwide to transport themselves to other places as a healing tool. Robins passed by with nest-building materials and a hummingbird perched above my head. Then the world came to a stop when a goldfinch flew into our…