Those whose familiarity with director Bong Joon Ho starts and stops with his Oscar-winning “Parasite,” his follow-up film to that 2019 breakout hit may be confused. Those with a more profound knowledge of Joon Ho’s filmography will recognize the same over-the-top sensibilities that mark his work in the sci-fi genre with movies like “Snowpiercer” and…

By Pearl Bellomo  Carve Bunnies, a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting women through action sports and the outdoors, is hosting its third annual ski trip at Killington and Okemo on March 14-16, drawing in over a hundred women from around the U.S. and Canada.  This three-day event provides free time and planned activities to hit…

By James Kent Woodstock-based artist Pietro Landi is gearing up for the next phase of his BMW-RAV Art Car project, transforming his 2012 Toyota RAV4 into a bold, Hot Wheels/Matchbox cars-inspired creation. Drawing inspiration from BMW’s renowned Art Car series—where artists like Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol have turned race cars into canvases—Landi is taking…

Electrified scoop trucks to debut at South by Southwest and bring fun to fans across the USA What’s better than companies who want to preserve the world for future generations, unveiling the ice cream truck of the future? Rolling out two electric “scoop trucks,” a sweet collaboration between Ben & Jerry’s, Vermont’s popular ice cream…

WED 3/12 KILLINGTON2 p.m. K1 Base Lodge – Sammy B6 p.m. Killington Cafe & Wine Bar – Open Mic hosted by Liz Reedy6 p.m. Rivershed – Psylas8 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…

WOODSTOCK — Billings Farm & Museum will showcase Vermont’s quilting artistry in the upcoming A Vermont Quilt Sampler Exhibition, running from June 28 through Sept. 1. Quilters from across the state are invited to submit their work for consideration from March 3-30. Now in its 39th year, the annual quilt exhibition will feature approximately 50…

By Karen D. Lorentz Spins and doubles and lots of giggles. That was the fun of tubing at Okemo’s Jackson Gore Tubing Park, and even though it was single-digits cold and the wind blew her over occasionally, Calen never complained and kept going back for another ride. She and her twin Elana were on the…

By Gabby Blanchard, Community News Service Editor’s note: The Community News Service is a program in which University of Vermont students work with professional editors to provide content for local news outlets at no cost. WALLINGFORD — In November 2024, the Sparkle Barn completed a successful expansion of the upstairs Bloom Room, allowing for new…

WED 3/5 KILLINGTON2 p.m. K1 Base Lodge – Sammy B6 p.m. Killington Cafe & Wine Bar – Open Mic hosted by Liz Reedy6 p.m. Rivershed – Ryan Fuller8 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…

By James Kent If you’ve ever lived in a small town, you understand its closeness. It’s more than the people who inhabit it; there’s a flowing sense of community woven into the fabric of the town hall, the post office, the school, shops, and restaurants—all the components of everyday life tighten together, securing its inhabitants.…

March 6 at 7:30 p.m.—WOODSTOCK — Internationally acclaimed Finnish folk band Frigg will bring their signature fusion of Nordic folk and bluegrass to the Woodstock Town Hall Theatre as part of their Spring 2025 tour. Known for their dynamic interplay of four violins, strings, and double bass, the group has captivated audiences worldwide with their…

By Ellie Trinkle The “man vs. nature” trope is not new to films—take “Into the Wild” or “Jaws,” for example—but Philippe Lesage’s 2024 film “Who by Fire” completely reimagines the concept. The film’s depiction of how nature can intertwine with, reflect, and perpetrate men’s experiences by turning the verdant Canadian wilderness into an unsettling place…

Feb. 28 through March 9—RANDOLPH — The Chandler Center for the Arts is set to present a fresh and deeply Vermont-inspired production of “Our Town,” Thornton Wilder’s timeless classic, from February 28 through March 9, 2025. This production reimagines the beloved play with contemporary elements, including live covers of songs by Grammy-nominated Vermont native Noah…

BARNARD—BarnArts Center for the Arts has officially opened registration for its 14th annual Summer Youth Theater, offering young performers the opportunity to participate in a full-scale production of “Matilda” this summer. This three-week intensive camp, from July 14 to Aug. 3, will culminate in performances at the Barnard Town Hall from Aug. 1-3. Campers ages…

Sunday, March 2, at 8 a.m.—KILLINGTON—Young snowboarders will have their chance to take on Killington’s creative terrain as the 11th annual Slash & Berm Grom Slalom returns to the Li'l Stash terrain park on Sunday, March 2. Hosted by Killington Resort, Darkside Snowboards, and Burton, the event brings together riders ages 13 and under for…