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Stone carving workshop offered in West Rutland
June 1, 2016
Courtesy of CSSC Carving Studio and Sculpture Center instructor Jim Zingarelli huddles around a piece of stone with participants. June 6-10 — WEST RUTLAND — Work with the very substance of the earth itself in “ Stone Carving ” with Jim Zingarelli, June 6-10 at the Carving Studio and Sculpture Center. This workshop will serve as an…
Get a good look at Saturn during astronomy night at Hubbardton Battlefield
June 1, 2016
Friday, June 3 at 8:30 p.m. — HUBBARDTON — On the evening of Friday, June 3, head to the Hubbardton Battlefield State Historic Site in Hubbardton to view Saturn and other deep space objects. That night Saturn, the 6th planet outward from the sun, is in a direct line between the earth and sun. The Green Mountain…
Learn to cast a rod at Fly Fishing 101 lesson
June 1, 2016
Friday, June 3 at 7 p.m. — GRANVILLE, N.Y. — For First Friday, June 3, the Slate Valley Museum offers Fly Fishing 101, a lesson on how to cast a rod, from 7 to 9 p.m. Fishy crafts will be available for the kids. “We’re excited to host a fishing lesson on the river in the same…
Rachelle Farrow to be featured at Castleton Downtown Gallery
June 1, 2016
Friday, June 3 at 6 p.m. — CASTLETON — The Castleton Downtown Gallery in Rutland will feature the works of local artist Rachelle Farrow running from May 25 through June 25, with an artist reception scheduled for Friday, June 3 at 6 p.m. Entitled “Prohibitions” the exhibit will feature a variety of works created using recycled or used…
Rutland Meals Challenge aims to strike out hunger with bowling event
June 1, 2016
Friday, June 3 at 7 p.m. — RUTLAND — Bowlers will gather at the Rutland Bowlerama on Friday, June 3 to fight hunger at a fundraiser for the Rutland Meals Challenge. The 2nd annual Strike Out Hunger Benefit Bowl begins at 7 p.m. and costs $15 per person. The price includes 2 games, shoe rental, snacks and a donation…
Brandon Town Players perform old time radio plays from the ‘40s
June 1, 2016
Saturday, June 4 at 7:30 p.m. — BRANDON — The Brandon Town Players will present a performance of old time radio plays complete with costumes and original sound effects by the talented tech crew on Saturday, June 4 at 7:30 p.m. The players will take the audience back to the days before television with classic shows such…
Biologist discusses the misunderstood rattlesnake
June 1, 2016
Tuesday, June 7 at 7 p.m. — FAIR HAVEN — Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department biologist and rattlesnake researcher Doug Blodgett will discuss this reclusive but much-maligned and misunderstood reptile, the rattlesnake, during his visit to the Fair Haven Free Library. The event will take place on Tuesday, June 7 at the library beginning at 7 p.m. Rattlesnakes…
802Go! Family Fun in the Great Outdoors series launches June 4
June 1, 2016
Saturday, June 4 at 10 a.m. — RUTLAND — 802Go!, a series of outdoor events to encourage children and families to connect with other community members while engaging in healthy, recreational and educational activities, will begin on Saturday, June 4 at Rutland Regional Medical Center from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The 802Go! Family Fun Series…
BRAM to open season with a historical walk and talk
June 1, 2016
Saturday, June 4 at 10 a.m. — LUDLOW — On Saturday, June 4 the Black River Academy Museum ( BRAM ) will host its annual 5 K Walk for History. The walk will start and end at the museum, going down Dug Hill Road, then South on Route 103 and up to the museum at the green. Registration…
Hike into history at Mount Independence State Site
June 1, 2016
Saturday, June 4 at 2 p.m. — ORWELL — On June 4 the Mount Independence State Historic Site in Orwell is celebrating National Trails Day with a hike into history. At 2 p.m. Mount Independence Coalition board member and retired history teacher Mark Brownell leads this hike. This is one of many programs this year to celebrate the…
Writer Julia Purdy to talk on eugenics movement in Vermont
June 1, 2016
Sunday, June 5 at 2 p.m. — BRIDGEWATER — Julia Purdy of Rutland Town will talk about the eugenics movement in Vermont on Sunday, June 5 at 2 p.m. at the Bridgewater Historical Society, 12 North Bridgewater Road. Eugenics was a movement in the early 1900s whereby well-meaning reformers tried to “cleanse” the Vermont gene pool by…
BAG continues artful journey with summer classes starting this weekend
June 1, 2016
Sunday, June 5 at 1 p.m. — BRANDON — An artful journey continues as members of the Brandon Artists Guild (BAG) and the community offer opportunities to create. This year instead of creating works of art for the art education fundraiser, the guild is offering art classes so others can experience the joy of creating. Donations will be…
Catfish derby to benefit KES
June 1, 2016
Sunday, June 5 at 12 p.m. — KILLINGTON — The Foundry at Summit Pond will hold its annual Huck Finn Catfish Derby on Sunday, June 5 from 12 to 3 p.m. There is a $5 registration fee. All proceeds benefit Killington Elementary School. Trophies will be awarded to winners, prizes for all fishing, and “catch of the…
The Samples to hit Paramount Theatre stage
June 1, 2016
Sunday, June 5 at 7 p.m. — RUTLAND — The Paramount Theatre welcomes back Sean Kelly and the Samples on Sunday, June 5 at 7 p.m. The Samples are more than a band. They represent a culture of fans and music that go beyond who happens to be playing in the band at any given time. There…
Teenie’s Fishing Derby set for Sunday
June 1, 2016
Sunday, June 5 — CHITTENDEN — Join the 35th annual Teenie’s Fishing Derby for handicapped and seniors, including paraplegics on Sunday, June 5, rain or shine, at Teenie’s Tiny Poultry Farm in Chittenden. The day is totally free — Food and drink will be available starting at 11:30 a.m.; fishing starts at 1 p.m. The pond will be stocked by…
