Courtesy of  VINS Learn about the majestic world of falcons at VINS, during a day of appreciation on Nov. 21. Saturday, Nov. 21 at 10 a.m. — QUECHEE — The Vermont Institute of Natural Science will celebrate the fascinating world of falcons on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Discover these magnificent birds and…

Courtesy of Paramount Theatre Ken Burns Saturday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. — RUTLAND — The Paramount Theatre presents speaker Ken Burns with “Sharing the American Experience” on Saturday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. In this talk, compelling storyteller Burns reminds the audience of the timeless lessons of history and the enduring greatness and importance of the…

By Robin Alberti Area models strut their stuff, with hair, make-up, and attire by local businesses in the Catwalk for a Cause. Sunday, Nov. 22 at 4 p.m. — RUTLAND — The 3rd Annual Catwalk for a Cause, to benefit United Way of Rutland County will return to the Paramount Theatre on Sunday afternoon, Nov. 22 at…

Courtesy of Linda Maness Rupert 4-H Club members Lexi Cary and Jamie Landon, along with Mettawee Community School 6th graders Taylor Amaral, Ashton Towsley and Lucas Mattison, invite the public-at-large to the Annual Rupert Game Supper. Saturday, Nov. 21 at 5 p.m. — RUPERT — The Rupert Volunteer Fire Department’s annual gourmet game supper will be held Saturday, Nov. 21 starting at 5 p.m. at…

By Dave Young, courtesy of Killington Resort A skier gets in a few tricks on the rail in preparation for the first rail jam of the season. Sunday, Nov. 22 at 10 a.m. — KILLINGTON — It’s tradition at its finest: Killington’s Loaded Turkey Rail Jam is back to kick off another great season of park competitions…

  Sunday, Nov. 22 at 5 p.m. — PAWLET — Following the successful showings of the first two of six parts of “The Vermont Movie,” the Pawlett Historical Society is pleased to announce that plans have been made to screen the third and fourth parts on the following Sundays: Nov. 22 and Dec. 6, both showings at…

Friday, Nov. 20 at 7 p.m. — WEST PAWLET — The annual West Pawlet Volunteer Fire Department turkey raffle event is coming up Friday, Nov. 20 at 7 p.m. at the West Pawlet firehouse. The doors will open at 6 p.m. Come and learn how to purchase a playing card to participate; cards are 50 cents each or…

PITTSFORD — The Rutland County Humane Society’s “Waggin’ Tails Winter Online Auction” starts on Nov. 20 at 8 a.m. and goes until Dec. 7 at 10 p.m. The Rutland County Humane Society (RCHS) will be hosting the online auction featuring a number of fun and unique items for people and their pets, plus gift certificates for local shops,…

Saturday, Nov. 21 at 10 a.m. — RUTLAND — The Gables at East Mountain will be hosting its annual holiday craft fair on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This free-to-attend event will feature more than 25 vendors selling a variety of artwork, jewelry, holiday-themed gifts, maple products, baked goods and much more. The…

Saturday, Nov. 21 at 1 p.m. — RUTLAND — Come join the fun on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 1 – 3:30 p.m. at Giorgetti Arena at Pine Hill Park. The Dream Center, in partnership with the Rutland Recreation Department, is once again hosting this free family fun day. Activities include skating, raffles, games, face painting and a cookout.…

Nov. 20-21 — RUTLAND — This year, Grace Congregational United Church of Christ will hold its seventh annual holiday craft fair. This annual event is to provide additional funds to benefit missions both near and far. In the previous six years, the craft fair has raised a total of $32,500. Some of the missions that have benefited…

Nov. 19-21 — RUTLAND — Rutland High School Encore Theatre presents “The 39 Steps” adapted by Patrick Barlow which takes an Alfred Hitchcock movie and turns it into a farce with an on-stage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers and some good old-fashioned romance!  Don’t miss this fast paced show with many students in multiple roles racing madly…

Saturday, Nov. 21 at 9 a.m. — KILLINGTON — Join the Sherburne Memorial Library on Saturday, Nov. 21 for its holiday art and craft fair featuring local handmade arts and crafts, a bake sale and raffle. Lunch will be available. Proceeds to benefit Hand In Hand Community Service Programs and Friends of the Sherburne Library. Admission is…

Nov. 20-21 — RUTLAND — On Friday, Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 21 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Mount Saint Joseph Academy’s drama troupe will present the play “110 Stories.” The play centers on the experience of first responders and others who witnessed the events of Sept. 11 first hand. The event will take…

Nov. 20-22 — LUDLOW — The Annual Okemo Ski and Snowboard Swap to benefit Okemo Mountain School will be held this year from Nov. 20-22. The Swap is the place to gear up for the winter with new and used gear at great prices, including skis, snowboards, boots, bindings, helmets, goggles, outerwear, and more! All proceeds benefit the Okemo…