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“The Nutcracker” waltzes into Rutland for two performances, Dec. 20 at 2p.m. and 6p.m.
December 22, 2015
By Kevin Sprague Timeless classic, “The Nutcracker” returns to the Paramount Theatre this holiday season for two performances. Sunday, Dec. 20 — RUTLAND — In its 41st season, Albany Berkshire Ballet and dance students from area schools perform one of the world’s best-loved ballets, “The Nutcracker.” With Tchaikovsky’s soaring music, the annual favorite tells the story of…
MSJ’s Project Help makes rounds Dec. 17 and 18
December 22, 2015
Courtesy of MSJ Students carry boxes full of collected items for families in Rutland that may need a bit of extra help during the holiday season. Nationally recognized service project continues in its fourth decade Dec. 17 & 18 — RUTLAND — For over four decades, Mount St. Joseph Academy students, faculty/staff, parents, alumni, and friends have…
Former “Cats” dancer offers workshop at Woodstock Town Hall Theatre
December 22, 2015
Sunday, Dec. 20 at 1 p.m. — WOODSTOCK — One of the longest running Broadway musicals in history, “Cat” will be coming to the Woodstock Town Hall Theatre in April. Pentangle Arts is seeking vocal and dance performers for the production - feline fanatics delight! Auditions will be held on Monday, Dec. 28 and Tuesday, Dec. 29,…
Shop local this holiday, with Pittsford farmer’s market
December 22, 2015
Submitted Find locally-made gifts like bird suet at the Pittsford farmer’s market craft show. Saturday, Dec. 19 at 9:30 a.m. — PITTSFORD — The Pittsford farmer’s market craft show takes place on Saturday, Dec. 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lothrop School in Pittsford, 3447 U.S. Route 7. Join for some fantastic local vendors…
Woodstock Film Series looks at base-jumping in feature documentary “Sunshine Superman”
December 22, 2015
Courtesy of Billings Farm & Museum Lose your stomach in the archived footage of a Guinness World Record base-jump in the documentary “Sunshine Superman.” Saturday, Dec. 19 — WOODSTOCK — The 6th Annual Woodstock Vermont Film Series at the Billings Farm & Museum will feature the award-winning documentary “Sunshine Superman” on Saturday, Dec. 19 at 3 p.m.…
Give hand-made art this holiday
December 22, 2015
Courtesy of Brandon Music Clutches, by Rachel P. Smith, are a unique, hand-made gift available for purchase in Brandon. BRANDON — “The Art of Giving - : - The Giving of Art” holiday show continues at the Compass Music and Arts Center, providing art enthusiasts and holiday shoppers with a selection of handcrafted, one-of-a-kind artwork, jewelry…
BarnArts hosts free 75-minute concert of winter carols
December 22, 2015
Courtesy of BarnArts JUDI BYRON Friday, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. — BARNARD — The First Universalist Church on Rt. 12 in Barnard will host BarnArts 5th annual Winter Carols: Songs from a Small Planet at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec 18. Admission is free for this 75-minute performance including BarnArts Youth, BarnArts Chorale, cello ensemble Banish…
Lauren K. Stein signs books and cooks in Rutland
December 22, 2015
Saturday, Dec. 19 at 4 p.m. — RUTLAND — On Saturday, Dec. 19 from 4 to 6 p.m., Phoenix Books Rutland will host Lauren K. Stein, author of “Fresh Made Simple,” for a book signing and meet and greet. Customers who could use a chocolate pick-me-up will be in luck! Stein will bring samples of black and white bark,…
CCV-Rutland to host community arts event
December 22, 2015
Friday, Dec. 18 at 5 p.m. — RUTLAND — On Dec. 18, the Community College of Vermont will host a community arts event, Café CCV, at its Rutland academic center from 5 to 7 p.m. The event will showcase student artwork from fall semester classes including stained glass, acrylic painting, ceramics, drawing, photography, python programming, and biology.…
Ludlow readies for annual community Christmas celebration at Town Hall
December 22, 2015
Friday, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. — LUDLOW — The town of Ludlow will hold its annual Community Christmas Celebration on Friday, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. in the Ludlow Town Hall Auditorium. The Community Christmas Celebration will feature area performers and students in a wide variety of Christmas music. This will include students from Ludlow Elementary…
Performers team up for evening of show-tunes and American standards in Brandon
December 22, 2015
Saturday, Dec. 19 at 7:30 p.m. — BRANDON — Broadway performer Bill Carmichael and favorite local pianist Fred Barnes team up for an evening of American standards and show-tunes at Brandon Music on Saturday, Dec. 19 at 7:30 p.m. The duo will present some holiday songs along with simply beautiful renditions of popular songs like Cole Porter’s…
Ostomy group meets at RAVNAH
December 22, 2015
Saturday, Dec. 19 at 10:30 a.m. — RUTLAND – Vermont Ostomy Group, a support group for individuals with bowel and bladder ostomies and continent diversions, will hold meetings at the Rutland Area Visiting Nurses and Hospice (RAVNAH). RAVNAH is located at 7 Albert Cree Drive, Rutland. The next group will meet on Saturday, Dec. 19 from…
Mountain View Equipment offers discounts and donations for holiday
December 22, 2015
RUTLAND — Mountain View Equipment is pleased to launch the 2015 “Kids and Christmas” program at each of its four dealerships. “Kids and Christmas” is a program where customers have an opportunity to make a donation to a local charity. If they choose to do so, they receive 10 percent off their transaction, up to a…
Killington Holiday Festival displays magic of the season
December 22, 2015
By Robin Alberti A choral group performs at the Killington Holiday Festival held Dec. 4-5, at the Killington Grand Hotel
Paramount Festival of Trees fundraiser sets records
December 22, 2015
By Polly Lynn Nearly 500 people took a seat in the Paramount Theatre for the annual 13th annual Festival of Trees held Saturday, Dec. 5. It was the largest turnout in the history of the event and raised a record level of funds for the theatre’s operation costs, said Bruce Bouchard, executive director of the…
