Friday, July 3 — KILLINGTON — Killington Resort, a four season destination, kicked off its 2015 summer season on Friday, June 26 with a host of new attractions at the Snowshed Adventure Center, ranging from Segway tours to a four-story ropes course, complemented by tried-and-true summer alpine activities like hiking, mountain biking and disc golf. On Friday, July…

Friday, July 3 at 6 p.m. — WOODSTOCK — On Friday, July 3 beginning at 6 p.m., Congregation Shir Shalom will be treated to a very special evening of song with cantor Jack Mendelson and his wife, cantor Fredda Rakusin Mendelson. Star of the film “A Cantor’s Tale,” Jack has been described as a documentary filmmaker’s dream…jovial,…

July 3-4 — BRANDON — The Town of Brandon knows how to celebrate! For the Independence Day weekend, all activities and events are free. The fun begins Friday at 6 p.m. in Central Park when the band Distant Thunder begins heating up the night with classic rock, blues and country music. Then, at 7 p.m., the DJ…

Saturday, July 4 — PLYMOUTH NOTCH — On Saturday, July 4, the Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation will celebrate the birth of the nation as well as its thirtieth president, Calvin Coolidge. Coolidge is the only U.S. president born on Independence Day, and July 4 has been commemorated at his birthplace in Plymouth Notch for many decades.…

Saturday, July 4 at 10 a.m. — LUDLOW — Come celebrate the 32nd annual summer Society of Vermont Artists and Craftsmen, Inc. Arts and Crafts festival on Saturday, July 4 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., rain or shine, at the Fletcher Farm School for the Arts and Crafts. Juried crafts include folk art, primitives, gold and silver jewelry,…

Saturday, July 4 at 7 p.m. — For a classical July 4, join the Killington Music Festival for a tribute to Joseph Haydn with his beloved Symphony No. 49 “La Passione” and his cello Concerto in C Major, featuring guest soloist Emilio Colon and guest conductor, Daniel Andai, both KMF faculty members. The summer concerts are…

Saturday, July 4 — BELMONT — Mount Holly Library’s Independence Day book sale is Saturday, July 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Close to a thousand books are available for purchase. There is a particularly large selection of kid’s books, an outstanding collection of adult non-fiction and the usual terrific selection of fiction. Donations continue to…

Parade theme, “Power to the People” Saturday July 4 — POULTNEY — One year ago Poultney residents were picking up the pieces from a massive summer storm that caused thousands of power outages and extensive damage in the town, including the cancellation of their Independence Day celebration. This year, however, the town is ready to gather for…

Monday, July 6 at 11 a.m. — LUDLOW — The Friends of the Library will host a tea at the Fletcher Memorial Library on Monday, July 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. It is opportunity for people enjoy a light snack while learning about the Friends and provide input on events and activities that the Friends…

July 6-10 — BRANDON — Looking for a rewarding, interactive and fun experience for your young child over the summer break? Tinyarts may be just right! Taught by Anna Laufenberg, the camp is for 4 to 6 year olds and is being held at the Compass Music and Arts Center during the week of July 6 to…

Sunday, July 5 at 4 p.m. — PLYMOUTH NOTCH — The famous Grace Coolidge piano will be in the spotlight when the President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site hosts the first concert of the 2015 Grace Coolidge Musicales on Sunday, July 5 at 4 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public. The Grace…

RUTLAND — Through the Rutland Recreation and Parks Department, children have a plethora of summer camps coming up that will keep their week full. Hands on Minds On Art Studio Art Camps are offered this summer, including “Animal Jam” for grades 3-5. Artists will draw, sketch, paint, collage and sculpt with clay their favorite animal and…

Tuesday, July 7 at 7 p.m. — CASTLETON — Castleton College is pleased to present Satin & Steel as part of the 20th Annual Castleton Summer Concert Series on Tuesday, July 7 at 7 p.m. at the Castleton Pavilion. Satin & Steel has become known as one of Rutland’s hottest horn bands, featuring a five-piece horn section…

Dee Montgomery By Karen D. Lorentz The greater Killington community has lost a dear friend, devoted wife and mother, wonderful mentor, enthusiastic volunteer, and astute businesswoman with the passing of Dee Montgomery on June 19 after a brief illness. She was one of several early and longtime residents who moved to Killington to raise a…

Submitted Holly Gonyeau On June 17, at about 5:50 p.m., Holly Gonyeau, 36, of Ferrisburgh, was traveling south on Greenbush Road in Ferrisburgh when her 2013 Chevrolet Cruz struck a bicycle ridden by Kenneth Najarian, age 60, of Charlotte, who was also traveling south. Najarian died at the scene as a result of the injuries…