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Early music workshop explores recorder, flute and strings from Renaissance and Baroque eras
October 21, 2015
Courtesy of CMAC A bronzed flute player stands, reminiscent of the early Renaissance era. Saturday, Oct. 24 at 9 a.m. — BRANDON — The Compass Music and Arts Center welcomes Anna Laufenberg, who will lead this workshop on early music for recorder, flute (or oboe) and strings, taking place on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. to…
Billings Farm hosts a not-too-scary family halloween
October 21, 2015
Courtesy of Billings Farm & Museum A sheep leads a costume parade during Billings Farm’s family Halloween celebration. Sunday, Oct. 25 at 10 a.m. — WOODSTOCK — Billings Farm & Museum, gateway to Vermont’s rural heritage, will host the 22nd annual Family Halloween on Sunday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Children in costume receive…
Compass Music welcomes honored guest violinist Madeleine Mitchell from UK
October 21, 2015
Courtesy of CMAF MADELEINE MITCHELL Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 7:30 p.m. — BRANDON — On Oct. 27 at 7:30 p.m., the Compass Music and Arts Foundation presents a special event with honored guest, the distinguished UK violinist Madeleine Mitchell. Mitchell, who is generously taking time from a busy American lecture tour to join the Foundation for this…
Paramount presents second show in 802 VT Music Showcase
October 21, 2015
Thursday, Oct. 22 at 7:30 — RUTLAND — The Paramount Theatre is proud to announce the second show in its new series, the 802 VT Music Showcase, featuring bands from across the state of Vermont on the Main Stage. The show will take place on Thursday, Oct. 22 at the Paramount Theatre on 30 Center Street in…
Read for the record at Phoenix Books Rutland
October 21, 2015
Thursday, Oct. 22 at 4:30 p.m. — RUTLAND — On Thursday, Oct. 22, people across the country will unite to read the children’s book “Not Norman,” a humorous tale about a child who finds a new friend in an unexpected place. Join a national movement to set a new record for reading the same book on the same…
Jim Hagan to be featured at Christine Price Gallery
October 21, 2015
Local artist presents “Caravans to Enlightenment” exhibit Thursday, Oct. 22 at 12:30 p.m. — CASTLETON — The Christine Price Gallery at Castleton University will feature the works of local artist Jim Hagan running from Oct. 12 through Nov. 24, with an artist reception scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 22 at 12:30 p.m. Entitled “Caravans to Enlightenment,” the exhibit…
Vt. Reiki Association holds annual meeting in Rutland
October 21, 2015
Saturday, Oct. 24 at 9:390 a.m. — RUTLAND — The Vermont Reiki Association is holding its annual conference and meeting at the Holiday Inn in Rutland from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24, entitled Celebrating the Many Faces of Reiki. Keynote speaker and facilitator Robert Fueston is renowned for his extensive research into…
Mystery author Archer Mayor talks about his new novel in Rutland
October 21, 2015
Saturday, Oct. 24 at 4 p.m. — RUTLAND — On Saturday, Oct. 24 at 4 p.m., Phoenix Books Rutland will host Archer Mayor for a talk on his new novel “The Company She Kept,” the 26th Joe Gunther mystery! About “The Company She Kept”: During the height of a particularly brutal Vermont winter, one morning a woman's…
Glad Rags holds its 102nd Sale
October 21, 2015
Saturday, Oct. 24 at 9 a.m. — WOODSTOCK — Saturday, Oct. 24 marks the 102nd sale for Glad Rags, a non-profit based in Woodstock. The sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1 to 3 p.m., at the Masonic Temple, 30 Pleasant St. Woodstock. Those in the know come early for the best…
Join VINS for a Halloween family celebration; includes Hoots & Howls
October 21, 2015
Saturday, Oct. 24 at 10:15 a.m. — QUECHEE — The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) invites children and adults alike to Hoots & Howls, a seasonal fall event on Saturday, Oct. 24 at the VINS Nature Center in Quechee. Hoots and Howls returns this year with another "spook-tacular," fun-filled, family day and evening of exciting adventures, featuring Northern Stage's interpretation…
RAFFL to honor Green Mountain College Professor Philip Ackerman-Leist at 10-year mark
October 21, 2015
Sunday, Oct. 25 at 4:30 p.m. — POULTNEY — On Oct. 25, a group of farmers and community members interested in local food will gather at Green Mountain College to honor Philip Ackerman-Leist and the role he played in the creation and ongoing development of the Rutland Area Farm and Food Link (RAFFL). The event, Twilight at…
A cappella group to perform benefit concert for Rutland Meals Challenge
October 21, 2015
Sunday, Oct. 25 at 3 p.m. — RUTLAND— The a cappella group House Blend will perform at the Rutland Meals Challenge Benefit Concert on Sunday, Oct. 25 at 3 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1 Hillside Road in Rutland (behind the Pizza Hut). Tickets are for sale at the door: $10 for adults, $5 for children…
CSJ hosts trick or treat on-campus event for youngsters
October 21, 2015
Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 3 p.m. — RUTLAND — Ghosts, witches, monsters and all costumed creatures are welcome, as College of St. Joseph will host a trick or treat event from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27 beginning at St. Joseph Hall on the CSJ campus. This event gives families the opportunity to bring costumed children…
Learn to maximize your athletic potential
October 21, 2015
Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 6 p.m. — RUTLAND— Do you want to elevate your athletic ability and take your game to the next level? If you play or coach a high school/middle school team or are a parent of a student athlete, join Tyler White, ATC and Matt Howland, ATC of Vermont Orthopaedic Clinic on Wednesday, Oct.…
Chamber announces dynamic speaker for annual meeting
October 21, 2015
Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 12 p.m. — RUTLAND — The Rutland Region Chamber of Commerce announced that Art Jones, writer, producer, director and president of Great Jones Productions, N.Y. (from the Rutland, Vt. documentary “The Blood in This Town”) will be the keynote speaker for the annual meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at noon at the Holiday…
