Community Calendar

All listings subject to state regulations and some are weather permitting, so please call ahead. Did we miss an event? Let us know by emailing [email protected]!

Wednesday,
April 16, 2025

S.E.A.T. Exercises
9-10 a.m. (Wednesdays) Godnick Adult Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland. $6 per individual class or $5 per class when paying for the whole month upfront. A brand-new, chair-based full body workout led by Melissa Cox. rutlandrec.com/godnick or 802-773-1853.

Active Seniors Lunch
11:30 a.m. (Wednesdays) The Lookout Tavern, 2910 Killington Road, Killington. $5 donation towards the meal. 908-783-1050.

Gentle & Restorative Yoga
11:30 a.m-12:30 p.m. (Wednesdays) Wise Pines, 184 Hartland Road, Woodstock. $15 or $30 for three classes. Yoga class for seniors. wisepines.com/events.

AI & Disinformation Lecture
2-3:15 p.m. Godnick Adult Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland. FREE. SENIOR PLANET from AARP Technology Classes present a lecture for ages 60+ to help distinguish between real and fake online content. rutlandrec.com.

Cribbage for Adults
3-5 p.m. (Wednesdays) Hartland Public Library, 135 Route 5, Hartland. Free. hartlandlibraryvt.org/calendar or 802-436-2473.

Bone Builders at the Chaffee
3:30-4:30 p.m. (Wednesdays) Chaffee Art Center, 16 S. Main St., Rutland. Free. Heather Wilson leads a bone-building class focused on weight training and balance exercises. chaffeeartcenter.org.

Book Group: ‘The Tools’
5:30-6:30 p.m. Chaffee Art Center, 16 S. Main St., Rutland. Free. This month’s discussion will focus on “The Tools” by Barry Michels and Phil Stutz. Held the third Wednesday of each month. RSVP required. In partnership with Phoenix Books—book group members receive 20% off the monthly title. chaffeeartcenter.org.

Ballroom Dance with Patti Panebianco
5:30-7:20 p.m. Stone Valley Arts, 145 East Main St., Poultney. Join instructor Patti Panebianco for ballroom dance with East Coast Swing at 5:30 p.m. and Salsa at 6:30 p.m. stonevalleyarts.org.

Oil Painting
6-8 p.m. Chaffee Art Center, 16 S. Main St., Rutland. $35. Learn the Alla Prima oil technique—wet paint applied to wet paint in a single session. No experience necessary. All supplies included. Minimum 5, maximum 12 participants. chaffeeartcenter.org.

Rubber Stamp Carving
6-8 p.m. Kaleidoscope Art Supply, 37 Center St., Rutland. $30. Learn to carve your own rubber stamps and use them to decorate a dish towel or clothing with fabric-grade ink. All materials included. Ages 13 and up. Instructor: Caitlin Gates. kaleidoscopeartsupply.square.site.

Beginner & Intermediate Line Dancing Lessons
6-8:30 p.m. Springfield Vermont Recreation Center, 139 Main St., Springfield. $15 beginner, $10 intermediate ($5 if attending beginner). Learn line dancing with beginner lessons from 6-7:30 p.m., followed by improver/intermediate lessons from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages permitted. Wednesdays through May 21, except April 23. copperheadlinedancing.com.

Film Screening: ‘The Penguin Lessons’
7:30 p.m. Playhouse Movie Theatre, 139 Main St., Randolph. $7-$10. Steve Coogan stars in this PG-13 dramedy about a man’s transformation after adopting a penguin during Argentina’s political upheaval. playhouseflicks.com.

Thursday,
April 17, 2025

Essentrics Stretch and Strengthen
9-10 a.m. (Thursdays) Stone Valley Arts, 145 E. Main St., Poultney. $10. No-weights, low impact workout combines principles from ballet, tai chi, and physiotherapy to restore flexibility and balance. Bring a mat and water. [email protected] or stonevalleyarts.org.

Intermediate Line Dance
9:30-10:30 a.m. (Thursdays) Godnick Adult Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland. rutlandrec.com/godnick or 802-773-1853.

Survivors Support Group
10 a.m.-noon. (Thursdays) Godnick Adult Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland. Free. Fliers are available at the Godnick Center or call 802-775-3232. rutlandrec.com/godnick.

Bone Builders
10 a.m. Sherburne Memorial Library, 2998 River Road, Killington. Free. Weights are provided. sherburnelibrary.org or 802-422-4323.

Communication Skills Class
10-11:30 a.m. (Thursdays through April 24), Bugbee Senior Center, 262 No. Main St., White River Jct. Learn how to improve communication, reduce stress, and build healthier relationships. This course is led by Jeanne Childs. Sign-up required before the first session. 802-295-9068 or email [email protected].

Chaffee: Artery
Noon. (Thursdays) Adults. Connect and create with others. $10-$20. Painting in all mediums welcome. No set topic or instructor, attendees will work on their individual artwork. Must pre-register. chaffeeartcenter.square.site.

Ukelele Group
Noon–1 p.m. (Thursdays) Chaffee Art Center, 16 S. Main St., Rutland. Free. Attendees will play a collection of sheet music. All levels welcome, ages 12+. Must pre-register by Wednesday at noon.  chaffeeartcenter.square.site.

Play Bridge!
2-4 p.m.  (Thursdays) Norman Williams Public Library, 10 The Green, Woodstock. Free. Beginners are welcome to observe. normanwilliams.org or 802-457-2295.

High Horses Open House
4:30-6 p.m., High Horses Center for Equine Assisted Services, 138 Horse Farm Road, Sharon. Free. Tour the farm, learn about programs, and meet the team at this special open house. All are welcome. [email protected].

Civil Air Patrol Open House
6-8 p.m. Rutland Squadron Headquarters, 1002 Airport Road, Clarendon. Free. Learn about Civil Air Patrol programs for youth ages 12-18 and adult volunteers. Activities and info include aerospace education, emergency services, leadership, and physical fitness. Contact [email protected] or visit Rutland.CAP.gov.

Pour Painting
6-8 p.m. Chaffee Art Center, 16 S. Main St., Rutland. $40. Learn the pour painting technique in this guided session with instructor Lorrie Amerio Maniery. All supplies included. Minimum 5, maximum 12 participants. Must pre-register. chaffeeartcenter.org.

A Fantastical Evening in Rutland
6:30 p.m. Phoenix Books, 2 Center St., Rutland. Free. Meet Vermont authors Madison Rene and Courtney & Clarke Collins for a night of fantasy, adventure, and romance. Learn about the “Legends of Danaeca” and “Vows & Valor” series and stay for a book signing after the discussion. phoenixbooks.biz.

Film Screening: ‘Local Hero’
7 p.m. Mount Holly Town Library, 26 Maple Hill Road, Belmont. Free. Watch the classic film “Local Hero,” starring Peter Riegert and Burt Lancaster. Set in a charming Scottish seaside village, the film features a memorable score by Mark Knopfler. mounthollytownlibrary.wordpress.com.

Film Screening: ‘The Penguin Lessons’
7:30 p.m. Playhouse Movie Theatre, 139 Main St., Randolph. $7-$10. Steve Coogan stars in this PG-13 dramedy about a man’s transformation after adopting a penguin during Argentina’s political upheaval. playhouseflicks.com.

Coffee and Conversation: Sexual Violence in Rutland County
8-9:30 a.m. The HUB CoWorks, 67 Merchants Row, Rutland. Free. Presented by NewStory Center in partnership with the Rutland County Domestic and Sexual Violence Task Force as part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The panel discussion will cover sexual assault in Rutland County, ongoing prevention efforts, and what more can be done. Coffee and refreshments served. 802-775-6788 or [email protected].

 

Friday,
April 18, 2025

Senior Café
10-11 a.m. Hartland Public Library, 153 US-5, Hartland. Free. Monthly gathering on the first Friday for unprogrammed social time with refreshments. Technical support appointments available by request. Transportation assistance may be arranged through Volunteers in Action. [email protected] or [email protected].

Bone Builders
11 a.m.-noon. (Fridays) Chaffee Art Center, 16 S. Main St., Rutland. Free. Heather Wilson leads a bone-building class that focuses on weight training and balance exercises to improve strength, balance, and bone density. chaffeeartcenter.org.

American Red Cross Blood Drive
11 a.m.-4 p.m. Upper Valley Aquatic Center, 100 Arboretum Lane, White River Junction. One donation can save up to three lives. Be a hero for someone in need—schedule your appointment at redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive.

Connections & Interconnections of Life Weekly Group
Noon–1 p.m. (Fridays) Chaffee Art Center, 16 So. Main St., Rutland. Free. A place to share thoughts, philosophies, spirituality, cultures, and more in a respectful way. All are welcome. Must RSVP: chaffeeartcenter.square.site.

West Coast Swing Dance Classes
5:30-6:30 p.m. West Rutland Town Hall (upstairs), 35 Marble St., West Rutland. $15 per class, $10 for students, $12 for RRMC employees and family. Learn West Coast Swing with flexible registration options for individual nights or the full series. Pre-registration required. [email protected].

Adult Trans, Non-Binary, & Gender Non-Conforming Affinity Space
6-7 p.m. Rutland County Pride Center, 106 West St., Suite 1, Rutland. Free. A monthly in-person space for individuals 18+ who identify as transgender, non-binary, or gender non-conforming. Facilitated by Morgan Grant (they/them) and Akbar Abidi (he/they). Meets the third Friday of every month. rcpride.org.

Jazz Night
6:30-8 p.m. Kaleidoscope Art Supply, 37 Center St., Rutland. Free. Join local musician Justin Burgess and his jazz trio for a night of experimental, improvised jazz inside the art gallery. BYOB 21+. Seating limited to 9. RSVP to [email protected]. kaleidoscopeartsupply.square.site.

Art Soup
7-8:30 p.m. Casella Theater, Fine Arts Center, 45 Alumni Dr., Castleton. Free, donations accepted. A collaborative performance by VTSU Castleton students, faculty, and staff, featuring music, dance, theater, and visual art. Soundings students may only attend one performance for credit; no signup required. [email protected].

Film Screening: ‘Black Bag’
7:30-8:45 p.m. Woodstock Town Hall Theater, 31 The Grn #2, Woodstock. $10-$12. A spy drama about intelligence agent George Woodhouse and his wife Kathryn, whose loyalty is questioned in the face of betrayal. Directed by Steven Soderbergh, starring Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender. woodstocktownhalltheatre.org.

Film Screening: ‘Minecraft’
7:30 p.m. Playhouse Movie Theatre, 139 Main St., Randolph. $7-$10. Jack Black stars in this PG comedy based on the global hit world-building online game. playhouseflicks.com.

Saturday,
April 19, 2025

White River NRCD Annual Tree Sale
9 a.m.-1 p.m. 28 Farmvu Dr., White River Junction. The White River Natural Resources Conservation District holds its annual tree sale, with some trees still available. Visit the website for current availability and details. whiterivernrcd.org/2025-04-19-annual-tree-sale.

Benefit Card Show for Colbi Clark
10 a.m. Moose Lodge 1122, 78 N. Main St., Rutland. $3. This fundraiser supports Colbi Clark of Hydeville, who was paralyzed in an accident caused by a drunk driver. Proceeds from the event will help Colbi and his family. Table registration is $40. Hosted by William Tyler and Card Show Finder. facebook.com/Mooselodge1122RutlandVT/.

Vermont Winter Farmers Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Vermont Farmers Food Center, 251 West St., Rutland. Free. Shop local produce, crafts, and goods every Saturday through May 10, 2025. vtfarmersmarket.org.

Earth Day Festival 2025
10:30 a.m. Montshire Museum of Science, 1 Montshire Road, Norwich. Free with museum admission. Celebrate Earth Day by learning how much carbon trees can store, touring the Montshire’s Compost Plaza, and observing composting critters in action. Activities are designed for all ages. montshire.org.

Kids Oil Painting
11 a.m.-noon. Chaffee Art Center, 16 S. Main St., Rutland. $25. Ages 6–12 can learn the Alla Prima oil technique—painting wet-on-wet in one sitting—with instructor Spencer Pelkey. All supplies included. chaffeeartcenter.org.

Winter Season Pass Holder Appreciation Party
11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. K-1 Lodge, Killington Road, Killington. Free lunch for eligible pass holders, giveaways, and raffle prizes. Group photo for the 100 Day Club at 11:30 a.m. near the outdoor stage, followed by a raffle drawing at 3:15 p.m. during Dazed and Defrosted. Passes eligible: Beast 365, Winter 24/25, and Midweek. killington.com.

Rutland Railway Association & Model Club
11 a.m.-3 p.m. 79 Depot Lane, Center Rutland. See an operating HO scale model railroad set up and displays of hundreds of rare or antique model trains, photographs, signs and more. facebook.com/p/Rutland-RailwayAssociation-100066761013097/.

Dazed and Defrosted
11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Killington Resort, slope side of K-1 Lodge, Killington. Celebrate spring with Killington’s annual music festival featuring live performances by The Dirty Water Dance Band and Diggin Dirt, a 100 Day Club photo at 11:30 a.m., and a season pass holder appreciation lunch from 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. followed by a raffle at 3:15 p.m. Beast 365, Winter 24/25, and Midweek pass holders receive free lunch with pass. killington.com.

Art at the Chaffee: Drop N’ Paint
Noon-2 p.m. (Saturdays) Chaffee Art Center, 16 So. Main St., Rutland. $25 per person, instructor help optional with a fee. All ages. Supplies and images to paint are provided. Must pre register by Friday noon at: chaffeeartcenter.org.

Teen Oil Painting
12:30-2:30 p.m. Chaffee Art Center, 16 S. Main St., Rutland. $30. Teens ages 12–17 will explore the Alla Prima oil technique—wet-on-wet painting in one sitting—guided by instructor Spencer Pelkey. All supplies included. chaffeeartcenter.org.

PoemTown Live Reading at Kimball Library
1-3 p.m. Kimball Library, 67 N. Main St., Randolph. Free. Vermont poets Ina Anderson and Danny Dover will read as part of PoemTown Randolph. Copies of the 2025 PoemTown anthology will be available for $15. For more information, visit poemtown.org.

Cyanotype aka Sun Printing
2-4 p.m. Kaleidoscope Art Supply, 37 Center St., Rutland. $30. Learn the camera-free photographic technique of cyanotype printing using light-sensitive chemicals to create nature-inspired prints on paper or fabric. Bring your own item (denim recommended) or choose from Kaleidoscope’s vintage room with a $5 store credit. All ages welcome. kaleidoscopeartsupply.square.site.

Bridgewater Grange Easter Potluck
6 p.m. Bridgewater Grange #284, 129 Route 100A, Bridgewater Corners. Free. Community potluck gathering—bring a dish to share. All are welcome. facebook.com/groups/90556951117.

Garrison Keillor ‘Tonight’
7 p.m. Paramount Theatre, 30 Center St., Rutland. $40-$60. An evening of stand-up, storytelling, poetry, and song with Garrison Keillor, featuring reflections on aging and a visit to Lake Wobegon. paramountvt.org.

Art Soup
7-8:30 p.m. Casella Theater, Fine Arts Center, 45 Alumni Dr., Castleton. Free, donations accepted. A collaborative performance by VTSU Castleton students, faculty, and staff, featuring music, dance, theater, and visual art. Soundings students may only attend one performance for credit; no signup required. [email protected].

Film Screening: ‘Black Bag’
7:30-8:45 p.m. Woodstock Town Hall Theater, 31 The Grn #2, Woodstock. $10-$12. A spy drama about intelligence agent George Woodhouse and his wife Kathryn, whose loyalty is questioned in the face of betrayal. Directed by Steven Soderbergh, starring Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender. woodstocktownhalltheatre.org.

Film Screening: ‘Minecraft’
7:30 p.m. Playhouse Movie Theatre, 139 Main St., Randolph. $7-$10. Jack Black stars in this PG comedy based on the global hit world-building online game. playhouseflicks.com.

EGG HUNTS

Ludlow Egg Hunt
9:30-11 a.m Ludlow Community Center, 211 Main St., Ludlow. yourplaceinvermont.com.

Easter Eggstravaganza
10 a.m. Baptist Fellowship of Randolph, 1051 VT-66, Randolph Center. Free. Community Easter egg hunt open to all children. bfrvt.net.

Easter Egg Hunt at Sugar & Spice
10 a.m. Sugar & Spice Restaurant & Gift Shop, Route 4, Mendon. Free annual Easter Egg Hunt for kids and families. 773-7832 or vtsugarandspice.com.

Easter Egg Hunt
10 a.m. 485 Old Town Farm Road, West Rutland.

Helicopter Easter Egg Drop
10 a.m. Fair Haven Union High School, 33 Mechanic St. Fair Haven. Sponsored by Revive Church. Candy, prizes, Easter Bunny, touch a truck, bounce house, giveaways, and food vendors. revivechurchvt.churchcenter.com.

Community Easter Egg Hunt
10:30 a.m. Bethel Bandshell & Common, 38 Bethel Dr, Bethel. 3rd annual Easter Egg Hunt with assistance from United Church of Bethel.

TRPC Annual Easter Egg Hunt
2-4 p.m. Turning Point Recovery Center, 7 Morgan St., Springfield. Egg hunt and crafts. (802) 885-4668.

Sunday,
April 20, 2025

Easter Sunrise Service
5:30 a.m. Killington Peak Lodge, Killington. Gondola loading, at 5:30 a.m. with 6:45 a.m. service. Free with ticket. SOLD OUT – waitlist available. Begin Easter Sunday with a gondola ride and non-denominational sunrise service at the Peak Lodge, followed by a community breakfast. Proceeds benefit Vermont Farmers Food Center. Service may move to K-1 Base Lodge if weather requires. killington.com.

Easter Sunrise Gathering
6:30 a.m. Ashcroft-Billings Farm, 731 Creek Road, Rutland Town. Free. Grace Congregational United Church of Christ hosts an outdoor Easter sunrise gathering. gracechurchvt.org.

Easter Gathering
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Mission Farm, 316 Mission Farm Road, Killington. missionfarmvt.org.

Easter Celebration Service
10 a.m. Grace Congregational United Church of Christ, 8 Court St., Rutland. Free. Celebrate Easter with Festival Brass, Timpani, Handbells, and Bagpipes. gracechurchvt.org.

Easter Service in the Sanctuary
10-11 a.m. North Chapel Church, 7 Church St., Woodstock.

Easter Service
10-11 a.m. Sherburne United Church of Christ, 4173 Route 4, Killington. Killingtonucc.org.

Film Screening: ‘Black Bag’
3-4:45 p.m. Woodstock Town Hall Theater, 31 The Grn #2, Woodstock. $10-$12. A spy drama about intelligence agent George Woodhouse and his wife Kathryn, whose loyalty is questioned in the face of betrayal. Directed by Steven Soderbergh, starring Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender. woodstocktownhalltheatre.org.

EGG HUNT

Easter Egg Hunt
8:30-10:30 a.m. Killington Resort, K-1 Lodge, Killington Road, Killington. Free. Kids ages 12 & under can join an Easter Egg Hunt starting at 8:30 a.m. outside the K-1 Lodge. A toddler-friendly hunt (ages 4 & under) begins at 9:30 a.m. near the Roaring Brook Umbrella Bar. Some eggs contain special prizes including a youth season pass. Max 15 eggs per child. Bring your own basket if possible. killington.com.

Monday,
April 21, 2025

Bone Builders
10 a.m. Sherburne Memorial Library, 2998 River Road, Killington. Free. Weights are provided. sherburnelibrary.org or 802-422-4323.

Monday Movie
1 p.m. (Mondays) Sherburne Memorial Library, 2998 River Road, Killington. Free. This week’s film is “The Last Riflemen,” starring Pierce Brosnan. sherburnelibrary.org/movie-monday or 802-422-9765.

Modeling Climate Change Workshop
5:30 p.m. Fletcher Memorial Library, 88 Main St., Ludlow. Free hands-on workshop for adults presented by Vermont Energy Education Program with support from Vermont Low Income Trust for Electricity. Explore how greenhouse gases work and impact our climate, led by educator Julian Leon. 228-8921 or fmlnews.org.

Caring for House Plants
7 p.m. Godnick Adult Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland. Free. Join Nancy Bernier and Mary Ashcroft of the Rutland Chapter UVM Extension Master Gardeners for a talk on the essential elements of houseplant care. Learn about light, soil, watering, humidity, and propagation techniques to keep indoor gardens thriving—without breaking the bank. rutlandrec.com.

Tuesday,
April 22, 2025

Handcraft Gathering
2-4 p.m. (Monthly, 3rd Tuesday) Abbott Memorial Library, Library St., So. Pomfret. Bring your knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or mending projects. abbottmemoriallibrary.org.

Death, Dying & Danishes
2:45 p.m. Young at Heart Senior Center, 206 Furnace St., Poultney. Free. Purchases encouraged at host sites. The VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region hosts this open community conversation about end-of-life topics. Led by hospice volunteers, the group creates a relaxed atmosphere for discussing death, dying, grief, and life’s meaning over coffee, tea, and baked goods. All ages welcome. For details, contact Mary Pleasant at 802-442-0540 or [email protected].

Line Dance Classes
5:30-7:30 p.m. (Tuesdays) Bradford Methodist Church, 186 N Main St., Bradford. $10. Easy line dancing at 5:30 p.m., perfect for novices, followed by a 6:30 p.m. beginner-level class. All ages welcome. Bring water and wear comfortable shoes. No need to register in advance. [email protected].

West Coast Swing Dance Classes
5:30-6:30 p.m. West Rutland Town Hall (upstairs), 35 Marble St., West Rutland. $15 per class, $10 for students, $12 for RRMC employees and family. Learn West Coast Swing with flexible registration options for individual nights or the full series. Pre-registration required. [email protected].

Anti Cabin Fever Dinner Supports Youth Reforestation Trip
6-9 p.m. North Universalist Chapel, 7 Church St., Woodstock. $20/adult, $10/child. Enjoy a 3-course meal prepared by Executive Chef Matthew McClure of the Woodstock Inn & Resort to support Change The World Kids’ annual reforestation trip to Costa Rica. The dinner is part of the group’s winter Anti Cabin Fever fundraising series. All proceeds benefit environmental restoration efforts. Cash only at the door. To register: 646-708-1780 or [email protected].

‘Comfort Girl’
7-9 p.m., Casella Theater, Fine Arts Center, 45 Alumni Dr., Castleton. $10 adults, $5 seniors, free for VTSU students, staff and faculty. “Comfort Girl” is a song cycle by Stephanie Chou exploring the lives of Chinese ‘comfort women’ forced into sexual slavery by the Japanese army during WWII. The piece honors their courage and resilience, both during captivity and upon returning home. No signup required for Soundings students. [email protected].

iLuminate Live
7 p.m. Paramount Theatre, 30 Center St., Rutland. $45-$55. Experience a fusion of dance and technology as iLuminate brings its award-winning show to Rutland. Known for their electrified LED dance suits and jaw-dropping choreography, the group was named “Best New Act in America” by America’s Got Talent. paramountvt.org.

Ongoing

Arantza Peña Popo’s Visual Journalism
April 11–May 30. JAM – Junction Arts & Media, 5 S Main St., White River Junction. Free. Explore full-color comics journalism by Arantza Peña Popo, blending reporting with visual storytelling to illuminate themes of queerness and belonging; includes projected works and original art on display. junctionartsandmedia.org.

Cooking Classes at Mission Farm
Check website for classes and registration. The Kitchen at Mission Farm, 316 Mission Farm Road, Killington. Learn to cook, host an event, or teach a class in Mission Farm’s open kitchen space. missionfarmkitchen.org.

MUD (Season) Exhibit
Through April 19. Artistree Community Arts Center, 2095 Pomfret Road, South Pomfret. Free. Celebrate the arrival of spring with Artistree’s annual MUD (Season) Exhibit, showcasing 2-D and 3-D works from 60+ local artists inspired by Vermont’s seasonal transition. artistreevt.org.

Spring Dressage Camp
Session: April 22-25, Horse Amour, 432 Kelley Road, Brandon. An intense week of dressage instruction and creative riding leading up to the annual Spring Dressage Show. Riders can prep for tests, join a quadrille, try musical freestyle, or collaborate in Pas De Deux/Trois. Space is limited—early registration recommended. horseamour.com.

The Vermont Palette: VPS Members’ Exhibition
April 11-May 22. Chaffee Art Center, 16 South Main St., Rutland. Free. Presented by the Vermont Pastel Society, this exhibition invites artists to explore Vermont’s diverse landscape through pastel, pushing creative boundaries and embracing new expressions. An opening reception will be held April 26 from 2-4 p.m. vermontpastelsociety.org.

Upcoming

‘Unbound Vol. XIII’ – A Celebration of Book Art
April 25-May 24 Artistree Community Arts Center & Gallery, 2095 Pomfret Road, South Pomfret. $30. Artists and writers from VT, NH, and New England are invited to submit pieces for “Unbound Vol. XIII,” showcasing both traditional and unconventional Artist’s Books, as well as 2D and 3D book-inspired art. Awards given for People’s Choice and Curator’s selections. artistreevt.org/unbound-vol.xiii-cfe.

Rutland Youth Theatre Presents: ‘Mary Poppins’
May 9-10. Paramount Theatre, 30 Center St., Rutland. $12-$15. Enjoy three performances of the beloved Disney musical featuring local youth. Showtimes: Friday at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. paramountvt.org.

Race Around the Lake
May 18 from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Silver Lake State Park, 250 North Road, Barnard. $15-$50. Join BarnArts for a 10K run or 5K run/walk followed by lunch, live music, and an awards ceremony by the lake. Virtual race option available. Proceeds support BarnArts Youth Programming. barnarts.org.

SUMMER CAMPS

Billings Bookworms Camp (Ages 6–8)
Sessions: June 23-27 and July 21-25. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Billings Farm & Museum, 69 Old River Road, Woodstock. $255 members, $290 non-members. A half-day summer camp for kids who love stories, animals, and hands-on farm fun. Daily themes include farm animal care, gardening, nature exploration, and crafts. Campers will meet and care for farm animals and explore the gardens and tractors. Proof of age required at check-in. Contact: [email protected]. Registration required at billingsfarm.org/camp.

Billings Junior Farmer Camp (Ages 8–11)
Session 1: July 7-11 / Session 2: July 14-18 / Session 3: July 28–Aug. 1 / Session 4: Aug. 4-8
9 a.m.–4 p.m., Billings Farm & Museum, 69 Old River Road, Woodstock. $355 members, $390 non-members. Campers dive into the life of a working farm with daily chores and animal care, plus hands-on activities in gardening, plant-based dyeing, weaving, and more. Meet the farm’s calves, chickens, goats, and sheep, and explore how food is grown and harvested. Proof of age required at check-in. Waitlist available for full sessions. Contact: [email protected]. Registration required at billingsfarm.org/camp.

HACTC Middle School Summer Camps
Session: June 23-27 Time: Tech Camp (morning), Computer Camp for Girls and Gender Expansive Youth (afternoon). Hartford Area Career and Technology Center, 1 Gifford Rd., White River Junction. Free. HACTC offers a free one-week summer program with 10 hands-on tech activities for middle school students, plus a new computer camp exclusively for girls and gender expansive youth. Limited space—first come, first served. Register at hactc.com/students/summer-camp.

Natural Resources Management Academy
July 11-13, Green Mountain Conservation Camp, Buck Lake, Woodbury. $125. A weekend program for students entering grades 7-11 to explore environmental careers and connect with peers through workshops on trail building, watershed ecology, conservation, and outdoor recreation. Includes nature hikes, campfires, swimming, and more. Open to both Vermont and out-of-state students. Register at go.uvm.edu/nrma.

Youth Bike Camp
9 a.m.-3:45 p.m. Snowshed Lodge, Killington. Day camps run daily from late June through late August in three- and five-day sessions for youth of all ability levels—from first-time mountain bikers to seasoned riders. Includes lunch. Check-in begins at 8:45 a.m.; pick-up is between 3:45-4:30 p.m. Rentals and lift access not included. Non-passholders should purchase the camp add-on ticket at checkout. killington.com.