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Singer-songwriter Emily Mure returns to Brandon for workshop and concert

May 13, 2015
Courtesy of Brandon Music EMILY MURE Saturday, May 16 — BRANDON — Classically informed singer-songwriter Emily Mure makes a welcome return to Brandon Music on Saturday, May 16 at 7:30 p.m. Her previous appearance with her trio wowed the audience with its virtuoso mix of folk and classical sounds. This concert follows a songwriting workshop Emily is…

BigTown highlights ¡Viva Cuba! exhibition with panel discussion of U.S.-Cuban relations

May 13, 2015
Courtesy of BigTown Gallery ¡Viva Cuba! will be on exhibit at BigTown Gallery.  Saturday, May 16 — ROCHESTER — The BigTown Gallery will host presentations and a panel discussion on U.S.-Cuban history and future relations on the afternoon of Saturday, May 16, at the Rochester High School Auditorium, South Main Street, prior to the opening reception for ¡Viva Cuba!,…

Paramount screens classic “Treasure Island” Live in HD

May 13, 2015
By Johan Persson Cast members and props fill the stage in the National Theatre of Great Britain’s  presentation of “Treasure Island”  Live in HD. Sunday, May 17 at 2 p.m. — RUTLAND — The Paramount Theatre continues its Live in HD from the National Theatre of Great Britain series with “Treasure Island,” Robert Louis Stevenson’s story of…

Tropical fish auction and bowl contest showcases exotic breeds

May 13, 2015
Submitted Display your best fish in the bowl show, May 17 at Holiday Inn. Sunday, May 17 at 9:30 a.m. — RUTLAND — On Sunday, May 17,  the Otter Valley Aquarium Society (OVAS) will hold its annual fundraising auction and bowl show in the Governor’s Room at the Rutland / Killington Holiday Inn. This event is free…

Muffy Kashkin Grollier demonstrates the art of needlefelting

May 13, 2015
Submitted Muffy Kashkin Grollier needlepoints a daffodil, timely for the spring season. Sunday, May 17 at 10 a.m. — BRANDON — With her acclaimed exhibit “Felted Flora, Fauna and Fantasy” on display, Muffy Kashkin Grollier will be leading a workshop in needlefelting at the Compass Music and Arts Center on Sunday, May 17 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.…

NeighborWorks and Castleton Downtown to host free smart investing workshop

May 13, 2015
Thursday, May 14 at 6 p.m. — RUTLAND — NeighborWorks and Castleton Downtown will host a free workshop on smart investing as part of their “Forget the Fluff: Finances for Real Life” series. The workshop will be Thursday, May 14 from 6-7:30 p.m. at Castleton Downtown in the Opera House on Merchants Row in Rutland. An expert from Heritage Family Credit Union, Steve…

Erika Lawlor Schmidt to be featured at Castleton Downtown Gallery

May 13, 2015
Friday, May 15 at 6 p.m. — RUTLAND — The Castleton Downtown Gallery in Rutland will feature the works of Vermont artist Erika Lawlor Schmidt running from May 6 - June 6, with an artist reception scheduled for Friday, May 15 at 6 p.m. The Castleton Downtown Gallery is located on Center Street Alley in Rutland and…

Area’s top musical students perform “The Next Generation” at Chandler

May 13, 2015
Friday, May 15 at 7:30 p.m. — RANDOLPH — On Friday evening, May 15, 24 young classical musicians from high schools and home schools all over Vermont and the Upper Valley will showcase their performing artistry in Chandler's now seventh annual NPR "From the Top" look-alike program, “The Next Generation.”  The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at…

Carving Studio and Sculpture Center opens Annual Members’ Exhibition

May 13, 2015
Saturday, May 16 at 5 p.m. — WEST RUTLAND — The Carving Studio and Sculpture Center announces the opening reception for the Annual Members’ Exhibition on Saturday, May 16 from 5-7 p.m. All members of the non-profit arts education organization have the opportunity to show their work in this popular exhibition in the CSSC Gallery at 636…

RRMC hosts Green Mountain Gala to benefit Palliative Care Program

May 13, 2015
Saturday, May 16 at 6 p.m. — RUTLAND — Rutland Regional Medical Center will host the Green Mountain Gala on Saturday, May 16 at 6 p.m. at the Castleton Pavilion at Castleton College. The event promises to be a fun experience for attendees with unique Vermont themed appetizers and dinner prepared by chef Rob MacFarlane and dancing…

Recycled goods help homeless pets in yard sale fundraiser

May 13, 2015
Saturday, May 16 at 9 a.m. — PITTSFORD — The Rutland County Humane Society will hold a yard sale to benefit the homeless animals at the shelter, 765 Stevens Road in Pittsford, on Saturday, May 16. The sale will run from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. No early birds! As a bonus, a bake sale will run concurrently. All…

Bow Thayer gives benefit concert for historic Pierce Hall

May 13, 2015
Saturday, May 16 ay 7:30 p.m. — ROCHESTER — On Saturday, May 16 the Bow Thayer benefit concert for historic Pierce Hall will take place starting at 7:30 p.m., at Pierce Hall Community Center on Main Street in Rochester. This event will benefit the restoration project of Pierce Hall Community Center, Inc., a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization serving…

Annual Wallingford Bike Safety Day rides again

May 13, 2015
Saturday, May 16 at 10 a.m. — WALLINGFORD — On Saturday, May 16 from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., the 17th annual Wallingford Community Bike Safety Day will be held at the Wallingford Elementary School. This event has something for all ages, from free helmet fitting to an obstacle course, from bike safety inspections to 9-1-1 rescue vehicles and…

Kids, bring your wheels to bike rodeo at Giorgetti

May 13, 2015
Sunday, May 17 at 1 p.m. — RUTLAND — The Rutland Kiwanis Club, Killington/Pico Cycling Club and the Rutland Recreation and Parks Department will be hosting a bike safety day for children up to age 13 on Sunday, May 17 from 1-4 p.m. at Giorgetti Park. A parent or guardian must accompany the child. There will be…

Red Knights lead motorcycle ride; includes blessing and BBQ

May 13, 2015
Sunday, May 17 — RUTLAND — The Red Knights (Firefighters) Motorcycle Club (Vermont Chapter 3) and All Saints' Anglican Church present the 2nd annual Motorcycle Blessing and BBQ at the Vermont Police Academy on Sunday, May 17. The day begins with a one hour scenic ride lead by Rutland County Sheriff Steve Benard and Road Guards from RKMCVT3.…