Friday, Nov. 10, 4 p.m.—KILLINGTON— The Greater Killington Women’s Club (GKWC) is sponsoring “Nibbles, Bobbles & Bits,” a boutique evening fundraiser at the Summit Lodge in Killington on Friday, Nov. 10. This event is a pre-holiday shopping and social soiree with a variety of local micro vendors. Doors open at 4 p.m. for attendees to browse,…

Friday, Nov. 11— Green Mountain College (GMC) will hold an open house on Nov. 11, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., which gives prospects and parents the opportunity to experience GMC in person. Highlights include campus, farm, and sustainability tours, providing insights into GMC’s commitment to sustainable initiatives and educational opportunities through chatting one-on-one with faculty and staff members…

Thursday, Nov. 9, 7 p.m.—PITTSFORD— The Maclure Library will host a program, “Whiskey on the Lake — Smuggling on Lake Champlain” with Dr. Scott McLaughlin on Thursday, Nov. 9 at 7 p.m. In this presentation, Dr. McLaughlin discusses how Lake Champlain was an important thoroughfare for smugglers during the Prohibition era. During the Prohibition years, many professional smugglers…

Nov. 11, 12, 14— Ladies’ Night Out Women’s Chorus is set to perform its eighth annual concert series with harp player Heidi Soons in three fall concerts: “Searching for Something Greater,” Saturday, Nov. 11, 7:30 p.m. at Weston’s Old Parish Church; Sunday, Nov. 12 at 3 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Church of Rutland; and Tuesday, Nov. 14 at 7:30 p.m. at…

Sunday, Nov. 12, 11 a.m.—KILLINGTON— Killington Yoga is hosting Wendy Reese Hartmann and Brianna Renner, both RYT 500, Sunday, Nov. 12 for a Veteran’s Yoga Project yoga fundraiser. Embody gratitude and turn up the peace this holiday season with this special 90-minute, all-levels “flow” practice led by Renner (former USMC) and Hartmann. All participants will receive a…

Saturday, Nov. 11, 5 p.m.—BRANDON—The Brandon Congregational Church will host a chicken and biscuits supper on Saturday, Nov. 11, 5-7 p.m. at Fellowship Hall, 1 Carver St., Brandon. Chicken and biscuits, vegetables, cole slaw, apple crisp and beverages will be served. Come and enjoy these favorite fall dishes with family, friends and neighbors. A free will…

Tuesday, Nov. 14, 6 p.m.—CAVENDISH—Learn about the new clean burning and new technologies for heating residential and small commercial buildings with Vermont’s local, renewable fuel. The Cavendish Energy Committee will hold a free workshop on Tuesday, Nov. 14, at 6 p.m. in the Cavendish town office meeting room, 37 High Street in Cavendish. Emma Hanson,…

Wednesday, Nov. 15, 6 p.m.—RUTLAND—For anyone that currently has diabetes or is worried that they may be at risk for it, Rutland Regional Medical Center is offering a free program on diabetic care and management, “Taking Control of Diabetes: Live Your Best Life Now” on Wednesday, Nov. 15, from 6-8 p.m. at the CVPS/Leahy Community Education Center.…

RUTLAND—In recognition of Palliative Care and Hospice Month, there will be a free screening of the documentary film, “Mortal,” on Thursday, Nov. 9, from 5-7:30 p.m. in the CVPS/Leahy Community Health Education Center at Rutland Regional Medical Center. This documentary addresses the fundamental issues about love, living, and what makes us human. A discussion will follow after the…

By Lani Duke School back in session at Castleton CASTLETON—Castleton Elementary students returned to school Oct 31 after evacuating the school the day before. A small fire in a ceiling junction box caused officials to move students by bus to Castleton Village School to assure they would be warm and safe. Noticing a smoky odor…

By Lani Duke Wastewater release traced to a 50¢ fuse More than 1 million gallons of untreated sewage flowed into Otter and East creeks Aug. 5. At the time, Department of Public Works Commissioner Jeffrey Wennberg attributed the release to operator error, but the real culprit was a 50-cent fuse, the Rutland Herald reported. When…

By Chad Storlie I was speaking to a group of small business owners a few days ago about the benefits of military service and hiring military veterans for their businesses.  As I received their still very special, “Thank you for your service,” compliments following my talk, I realized that the public displays of gratitude for…

Dear Editor, For decades, homeowners of Great Hawk Homeowners Assn. have routinely ventured into the neighboring Pine Gap Loop Trail area in the Bingo Basin for the tranquility that it offers. Our membership enjoys non-motorized sports such as walking, hiking, biking, snowshoeing and skiing. It offers them peace of mind, great exercise, and a nearby…

Dear Editor, Over the past few weeks I have had the opportunity to meet a number of residents in the towns of Bridgewater and Killington at meet & greet sessions at the town transfer stations and a Bridgewater Grange meeting. Additional events are planned for Chittenden, Nov. 11, and Mendon Nov.18. In addition to many…