By Whit Montgomery, Killington Chief of Police In resort communities like Killington, we are nearing the time of year when the community traditionally sees an increase in burglaries and break-ins. But there are steps you can take to secure your properties and help prevent burglaries. In addition to these measures, the town is taking a…

Cal Garrison (a.k.a Mother of the Skye) writes weekly horoscopes for The Mountain Times. If you would like an emailed notification sent to you weekly, sign up for the newsletter, below.         Horoscopes for May 14 - May 20, 2015 Aries March 21 - April 20 There is so much going on, let's…

Courtesy of Town of Killington Spectators cheer for cyclists during the Stage Race’s Circuit Race last year. The town of Killington estimates the race brings about 1,200 people to town. KILLINGTON — The Killington Stage Race returns for the sixth consecutive year this weekend, bringing with it hundreds of top competitive cyclists from across the…

Courtesy of KAG See oils, watercolors, acrylics, sculpture, photography, and print books in the Killington Arts Guild gallery, such as this by enhanced photo by Bruce Pike Photography. Friday, May 22 at 5 p.m. — KILLINGTON — Killington Arts Guild holds an opening reception for its latest gallery show, “Where I Am,” on Friday, May 22 from…

Submitted JENNI JOHNSON Friday, May 22 at 7 p.m. — TINMOUTH — Jenni Johnson and the Jazz Junketeers make a welcome comeback to the Tinmouth Old Firehouse concert series on Friday, May 22. Doors open at 7 p.m. Johnson is a widely travelled jazz singer whose home and roots are in Vermont. Her full, smooth voice offers…

Courtesy of VINS “Archchaeopteryx” by Todd Marshall, renowned paleo-artist, on display in VINS’ “Birds are Dinosaurs” exhibit. Friday, May 22 — QUECHEE — The Vermont Institute of Natural Science presents the opening of an exciting, new exhibit, “Birds are Dinosaurs,” on Friday, May 22. The exhibit traces the amazing story of how birds evolved from dinosaurs. Take a walk…

Submitted Samples of art by Brandon artists, that can be viewed during Open Studio Weekend: Planter by Susan Smith-Hunter; “Barn Door Topiary Farm” quilt by Judith Reilly. May 23-24 — BRANDON — Brandon, Vt. has been known as a community for visual arts since the start of the Brandon Artists Guild, which brought into town fine artists…

Photo one: Courtesy of VCC. Bill LeQuier of Readsboro Glassworks, looks thoughtfully through his glass sculpture. LeQuier’s work will be on display for Open Studio Weekend along with many others. Photo two: By George Rilly. Fabric artist Judith Reilly in her Brandon studio, surrounded by her works of art behind her. Photo three: By Tom Way. Fiber artist…

By Brady Crain The view from Deers Leap looking out to Route 4 and Pico Mountain. One of the perks of running trails is view like this! It’s been an interesting week of training. Last week I did an 18.11-mile run (a loop through Plymouth and Bridgewater on Routes 4, 100 and 100A, with approximately…

After being back in the dating pool for over two years, I’ve had some time to myself and have learned more about being an independent woman. By finding love and happiness within myself (and not being depend on a man to fill that void) I feel that I’m in a much better position to share my life…

Alder and Willow Flycatchers: sibling species By Steven D. Faccio By mid-May each year I begin to look forward to the return of the alder flycatchers that nest in the willows along the stream near our house. Usually the last migrant to arrive on our property, this small, drab gray bird with its sneeze-like song,…

Like all serious literary artists, I exist within a near-constant state of writer’s block and often have to consult other people for ideas. When I ask my girlfriend Quinn what I should write about for my column, she always has the same answer: “Me.” I ask what I should write about her. She tells me…

Courtesy of Brandon Music SARAH BLACKER Saturday, May 23 at 7:30 p.m. — BRANDON — Boston’s “Sundress Rocker,” Sarah Blacker returns to Brandon Music for a release party for her new album “In Waves” on May 23 at 7:30 p.m. before embarking on a national tour. The album is Sarah Blacker’s strongest songwriting and playing to date.…

Courtesy of Flip Side Skatepark A group of young girls sits on a wall at Flip Side Skatepark, gear on and ready to learn to ride. Saturday, May 23 — RUTLAND — Flip Side Skatepark located at Giorgetti Park is one of the largest indoor skate parks in the state of Vermont, designed with transition and flow in…

Submitted “Margaritaville” by Karen Deets is a sample of the colorful, stained glass artwork that can be seen at her studio. May 23 and 24 at 10 a.m. — FAIR HAVEN — May 23 and 24 is the statewide Open Studio Weekend, sponsored by the Vermont Crafts Council. Look for the yellow road directional signs. Karen Deets…