By Mary Ellen Shaw A flower garden is not for everyone. Perhaps there is not enough space or it’s just more work than you care to undertake. You can still enjoy beautiful flowers from spring until fall by placing them in containers such as planter boxes or pots. A nice feature of gardening this way…

By Curt Peterson With anti-Gaza war protests on multiple college campuses dominating the news, one might not notice the “High Noon” situation promised between the Hartland Select Board and the Hartland Garden Club (HGC) at the May 6 Select Board meeting. Town manager John Broker-Campbell had resurrected a 1995 ordinance prohibiting any organization using the…

Thursday, May 9 at 6 p.m.—WOODSTOCK—What was the last fish you ate? Where did it originate? How was it produced? More importantly, who was impacted? Fish farming is the fastest growing sector of food production, described as the ‘sustainable answer for food security’. Aquaculture attracts billions in public and private investment, but as the world…

Friday, May 10, 6-8 p.m.— BRIDGEWATER—Come to Katie Roberts Studio, 102 Mill Road, Bridgewater,  with  friends, family, or even come solo and celebrate Mother's Day with a little spring cheer.  You don't have to bring or be a mom to participate. These events are a fun time getting creative, while enjoying time with your favorite…

Rutland City has a new bakery! The Pies the Limit opened at 6 a.m. May 1 and has posted “sold out” nearly every day since on Facebook. The shop is located at 56 Strongs Ave, Rutland City. For more information visit: thepiesthelimitbakery.com.

Killington Resort is charging into summer with a loaded events lineup including golf tournaments, mountain bike competitions, food celebrations, free concerts and more. “When the snow melts, we switch gears at The Beast and celebrate all the great things summer in Vermont has to offer,” said Mike Sutcliffe Killington Resort events manager. “We’ve got a…

Saturday, May 11 at 1 p.m.—STRAFFORD—Join the Homestead’s master gardeners for a free event at the Justin Morrill Homestead, 214 Justin Morrill Memorial Hwy, Strafford to help prepare the Victorian gardens for the 2024 season. This collaborative effort aims to nurture the colorful annual beds in the pleasure ground and expand the kitchen garden, featuring…

Saturday, May 11 at  5:30 p.m.—BARNARD—Join BarnArts in welcoming New Inca Son, musicians from Bolivia and Peru, for a week-long Spring Global Music Residency in Barnard, engaging with the community and local youth in schools.  Celebrate their Andean heritage with a culminating outdoor performance at Barnard Town Hall, 274 Barnard Road, Woodstock. Doors open at…

Wednesday, May 8 at 5:30 p.m.—RUTLAND—Join the Chaffee Art Center, 16 So. Main St., Rutland for an enlightening workshop on the power of color in art and design. Featured speaker is Jason Bemis, local and native Vermont artist, head lecturer for the AICCE Academy (The American Institute for Color and The Environment).  Discover the profound…

Saturday, May 11 at 10 a.m.—WOODSTOCK—For those curious about starting a vineyard or looking for creative ways to use grapes, this workshop at Billings Farm & Museum, 69 Old River Road, Woodstock, will explore the evolving landscape of grape growing in Vermont. Guided by viticulturist Sharen Conner, this class will delve into key considerations for…

Friday, May 10 at 8:45 a.m.—WHITE RIVER JUNCTION—The Vermont Historical Society (VHS) announced this year’s League of Local Historical Societies & Museums (LLHSM) annual conference will take place at Hotel Coolidge, Hotel Coolidge, 39 S Main St., White River Junction. Now in its 70th year, the event is the state’s largest gathering of local history…

Saturday, May 11 at 8 8a.m.—RUTLAND—The SCCV 2024 Summer Series Event, DRM Autocross #2, will take place at the Diamond Run Mall, 46 Diamond Run Mall Pl., Rutland. The event starts at 8 a.m. with setup/organizing at 7 a.m. Registration is $40 for members and $50 for non-members, including a one-day membership.  This event is…

Saturday, May 11 at 7:30 a.m.—QUECHEE—VINS will hold a birding adventure through the varied habitats of the VINS Nature Center, 149 Natures Way, Quechee, culminating in the treetops on the Forest Canopy Walk. During this workshop, VINS staff will discuss the avian life that surrounds us while also teaching the skills to start birding. This…

Sunday, May 12 at 1 p.m.—QUECHEE—Join local photojournalist Rob Strong for an exclusive photo shoot with our resident raptors, capturing stunning pictures and unforgettable memories. Designed for intermediate level photographers, this workshop will cover essential techniques to maximize your camera's potential and enhance your wildlife photography skills. Activities include a slideshow on camera settings and…

Saturday, May 11 at 10 a.m.—QUECHEE—World Migratory Bird Day at VINS, 149 Natures Way, Quechee is the perfect opportunity to learn all about the spectacular seasonal movement of wild birds. Included with the price of admission, attendees will be afforded the exclusive opportunity to delve into insights about their favorite avian species. Why do some…