Submitted Valentine’s Day is celebrated widely through the endulgence of chocolate confections and desserts. Friday, Feb. 12 at 10 a.m. — MIDDLEBURY — Join the Vermont Folklife Center on Friday, Feb. 12, for a celebration of love and chocolate! “Love Chocolate, Love Stories” is a day-long event featuring chocolate candy, chocolate desserts, and the opportunity to share…

Thursday, Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. — WOODSTOCK — Cold climate heat pumps are a hot topic among homeowners these days, and for good reason. The technology has improved vastly in recent years and its efficiency makes it an attractive heating and cooling option. Join the HEAT Squad, Efficiency Vermont, and Green Mountain Power as they discuss…

Feb. 12-14 — PITTSFIELD — In the 7th century BC, the Spartans wanted to produce the strongest and most mentally tough citizens on earth. To do this, they created the Agoge, a system of training that became the envy of the known world. Participants will commit to a 60-hour Agoge at registration, with an option to complete…

Feb. 12-14 — WEST RUTLAND — The Marble Valley Players presents the original “rom-com” by William Shakespeare just in time for your special Valentine’s Day, “Much Ado About Nothing.” Director Jenna Carlson has set this timeless play in modern day. The primary plot turns on the courtship and scandal involving young Hero and her suitor, Claudio, but the…

Sunday, Feb. 14 at 7:30 a.m. — WEST PAWLET — A pancake breakfast will be held Sunday, Feb. 14 in West Pawlet, sponsored by the West Pawlet Volunteer Fire Department. The fundraiser breakfast will be held at the department’s firehouse located at 2806 Vermont Route 153, Main Street, West Pawlet. The firehouse is a handicap accessible site.…

Feb. 12-14 — RUTLAND — The Rutland Recreation and Parks Department and Downtown Rutland Partnership have announced that they will lengthen the city’s annual Winterfest to three days, Feb. 12 to 14. The Center Street hill closes Friday, Feb. 12, 6 to 9 p.m. so that the Public Works Department can bring in fresh snow from its…

Saturday, Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m. — RANDOLPH — On Saturday, Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m., Not Your Mom’s Musical Theater performs “The Musical of Musicals: The Musical!” at the Chandler Music Hall in Randolph. Innovative, lesser-known, edgy —Not Your Mom’s Musical Theater troupe presents “Musical of Musicals: The Musical!”, a hilarious satire by Joanne Bogart and Eric…

Saturday, Feb. 13 — RUTLAND — Two opportunities are available Valentine’s Day weekend to make room for love through yoga, at Pyramid Holistic Wellness Center. The first,“True Love: workshop + yoga practice to fuel the heart and soul,” is designed on the premise that the quest for deep, meaningful, intimate relationships begins within. Journey inward to discover…

Feb. 16-18 — SOUTH POMFRET — During the February break, ArtisTree Community Arts Center offers a three-day crafting “Cats” Costume Camp, taught by costume designer Tracey Sullivan. Children ages 9 to 14 can make real theatrical costumes that will be worn in Pentangle and ArtisTree’s spring production of “Cats.”. Some of the fantastical creations will be made…

KMS and KSC host auction celebrating World Cup Saturday, Feb. 20 at 6 p.m. — KILLINGTON — Killington Mountain School and the Killington Ski Club are hosting the 2016 Scholarship Auction celebrating the Women’s World Cup Events that will take place in November, 2016 at Killington Resort. The auction is at the Killington Grand on Feb. 20…

Courtesy of Killington ART Garage Looking to add a splash of color to your home décor? Create this chrysanthemum pillow! Thursday, Feb. 4 at 6 p.m. — KILLINGTON — Join the Killington ART Garage for an art social on Thursday, Feb. 4 at 6 p.m. Abigail Burns shows how to create a chrysanthemum pillow. In the spirit…

Courtesy of VINS As previously printed, this mega-mammal stands in the meadow at VINS, though now it has a snowy surrounding, depicting an Ice Age-like environment. Thursday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. — QUECHEE — On Thursday, Feb. 4, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., go back in time, 13,000 years with geologist Meredith Kelly and artists Bob…

Courtesy of oliverschemm.webnode.com Oliver Schemm stands inside one his creation, “The God Box,” an interactive sculptural structure covered outside and inside with objects of uncertain and mysterious origins. Friday, Feb. 5 at 6 p.m. — RUTLAND — The Castleton Downtown Gallery in Rutland will feature the works of Vermont artist Oliver Schemm running from Jan. 20…

Courtesy of Karen Deets “House” was painted by Sophia Freeguard, grade K, Whiting School, teacher Cassandra Gengras. Friday, Feb. 5 at 5 p.m. — BRANDON — The Brandon Artists Guild is proud to present fine art made by local students. The reception is Feb. 5, 5 to 7 p.m., and the show will be on display from…

By Matt Dine DANIEL LEBHARDT Friday, Feb. 5 at 8 p.m. — RUTLAND — In the on-going collaboration between the Paramount Theatre and Young Concert Artists (YCA), Daniel Lebhardt, pianist, winner of the Paramount Theatre Award at the International Final YCA Auditions in November of 2014, will be appearing at the Paramount on Friday, Feb. 5 at…