Arts, Dining & Entertainment

WOODSTOCK—This February, children ages 8-11 can immerse themselves in the wonders of winter farm life at Billings Farm & Museum’s Winter Wonders Farm Camp, running Feb. 19-21 (students are off school for winter break in most local schools), from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The three-day camp offers a unique blend of hands-on farm activities,…

One of the history-making stories at the 2012 London Olympic Games was the addition of women’s boxing to the competition. The United States, which had struggled for decades to win any medal in the boxing category, won the first gold medal awarded in the 75 Kg Middle Women division, thanks to 17-year-old Flint, Michigan resident…

Saturday, Feb. 8 at 7 a.m.— POMFRET — Skiers and riders will take on The Hard Mile, Saskadena Six’s uphill race, to support the Woodstock Ski Runners Educational Fund. Participants will skin up Easy Mile, starting near the Woodstock Ski Runners Clubhouse and finishing at the Ski Patrol Hut, before enjoying a free ski down…

WED 2/5 CHESTER6 p.m. The Pizza Stone VT – Open Mic NightKILLINGTON6 p.m. Killington Cafe & Wine Bar – Open Mic hosted by Liz Reedy6 p.m. Rivershed – Jeremiah Strauss8 p.m. Jax Food & Games – Nick Bredice LUDLOW6 p.m. Off the Rails – Learn to Line Dance POULTNEY7 p.m. Poultney Pub – Open Mic…

For those looking to experience Vermont’s winter landscape up close, Base Camp Snowshoe Tours offers a scenic and accessible way to explore the outdoors. Departing from 2363 US Route 4, Killington, these guided tours provide an immersive snowshoeing experience for both beginners and seasoned adventurers. With fresh snowfall covering the trails, conditions are prime for…

Feb. 1 & 2 at 3 p.m. — WOODSTOCK — The Woodstock Vermont Film Series presents “Common Ground,” a documentary highlighting how regenerative agriculture can restore soil health and mitigate climate change. Screenings occur Saturday and Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Billings Farm & Museum Visitor Center Theater. Directed by Rebecca Harrell Tickell and…

The nominations for the 2025 Academy Awards came out on Thursday, Jan. 23, and any year where four of my top film picks get nominated for Best Picture and Director, I can’t complain. Out of the 10 nominees for Best Picture, I’ve seen eight, and seven of those I’ve reviewed for The Mountain Times since…

Feb. 1 at 8 a.m. — RUTLAND — Wonderfeet Kids’ Museum is bringing its signature spirit of fun and play to Stonehedge Indoor Golf on Saturday, Feb. 1, for an exciting indoor golf tournament designed for adults. The 18-hole, six-person team scramble offers a day of friendly competition while supporting the museum’s mission of inspiring…

Jan. 31 - Feb. 2 — KILLINGTON — Subaru WinterFest is back, bringing an action-packed weekend of live music, outdoor adventure, and winter lifestyle experiences to Killington Resort. Running from Friday through Sunday, this free event invites skiers, snowboarders, music fans, and adventure enthusiasts to celebrate their love for winter with gear demos, live performances,…

WED 1/29 KILLINGTON2 p.m. K1 Base Lodge- Nick Bredice6 p.m. Rivershed – Rhys Chalmers7 p.m. Pickle Barrel - Mihali8 p.m. Jax Food & Games – Nick Bredice LUDLOW6 p.m. Off the Rails – Learn to Line Dance POULTNEY7 p.m. Poultney Pub – Open Mic hosted by Danny Lang QUECHEE6 p.m. The Public House – Chris…

By James Kent A new dining spot has taken root off Route 4 in Rutland. Townline Grill and Bakery, known to locals as a popular food truck, now occupies the space in the former Restoration BBQ location. Owner and primary cook Tracy Rose launched her food truck in 2021, gradually building a loyal following. In…

There are filmmakers who redefine the movie-going experience and those who reshape it. David Lynch did both. He remains one of the most important filmmakers and certainly one of the most unique, risk-taking, and singular visionaries to ever pick up a movie camera. When critics discuss films that push the boundaries of the medium, Lynch’s…

By Karen D. Lorentz Lindsey Vonn was the top female ski racer with 82 World Cup wins when she retired from racing in 2019. She was closing in on Ingemar Stenmark’s 86 wins when her injuries caught up with her. Now at age 40, she has rejoined the U.S. Ski Team after an almost six-year…