Community Calendar

Chaffee Art Center Events
Chaffee Art Center, 16 So. Main St, Rutland.
Wednesday, July 24: 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Explore Our World With Sculpture, Camp II. 3:30–4:30 p.m. Bone Builders. 5–7 p.m. Large Scale Group Painting Project, week 2. chaffeeartcenter.org.

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, ACSM-GEL. rutlandrec.com/godnick or 802-773-1853

Killington Active Seniors Lunch
11:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Lookout Tavern, 2910 Killington Road, Killington. $5 donation towards the meal, tip is covered by local donors. 908-783-1050.

Wednesday Farmers’ Market (Rutland)
1-5 p.m. Wednesdays. Depot Park, downtown Rutland. One of the largest farmers markets in the state and the first to operate year-round. vtfarmersmarket.org.

KMBC Bike Bum Race Series
2-5 p.m. Wednesdays through 8/21. Lower Rabbit Hole via Snowshed Express lift, Killington Resort, Killington. $50 per individual, $200 per team. Sign up to ride solo, or form a team of up to five people. Teams require a minimum of three people in order to score points. All races will be held on beginner/intermediate trails. Day-of registration will take place at the start gate. All pricing includes a $5 chip fee. All racers must check in at the top of the race course by 4:30 p.m. each week in order to participate. After-party at the Lookout Tavern from 5-7 p.m. killingtonmountainbikeclub.org/collections/bike-bum.

Market on the Green
3-6 p.m. Wednesdays. The Green, Woodstock. Produce, crafts, live music, and more. A fun, family-friendly event on the Village Green. info@woodstockvt.com or 802-457-3555.

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

Music at the Riverbend
6-8 p.m. Wednesdays through 8/28. Behind the Brandon Inn, Brandon. Free. brandon.org/events-and-happenings/music-at-the-riverbend-summer-concerts.

Ballroom Dance with Patti Panebianco
Wednesdays. Stone Valley Arts, 145 E. Main St., Poultney. 6-6:50 p.m. Waltz for adults. 7-7:50 p.m. Cha-cha for adults. For details and cost, contact Patti Panebianco at 516-909-1686 or email at pattipdance@gmail.com stonevalleyarts.org.

Pottery: Fundamentals of Handbuilding
5–7 p.m. The MINT, 112 Quality Lane, Rutland. $175 members, $200 non-members. Join us for a comprehensive introduction to pottery, covering pinch pot, coils, and slab techniques, with several unique projects. Explore tools and texture, and learn how to glaze your pieces. Sessions on 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, and 8/14. Instructors: Tiffany and Caitlin. Register at themint.org.

Gerry Grimo and the East Bay Jazz Ensemble
6 p.m.Svec Memorial Green, Proctorsville (Cavendish). Free. Enjoy a summer evening with Gerry Grimo and the East Bay Jazz Ensemble, featuring a wide range of material from the 1930s to the 1990s, including big band, swing, jazz, Motown R&B, and more. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Food available from Murdock’s on the Green and Singleton’s General Store. In case of bad weather, check the Cavendish Community and Conservation Facebook page. cavendishcommunityconservation@gmail.com.

Women’s MTB
6-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Fairgrounds Trailhead, 131 Town Farm Road, Poultney. Free. Women’s mountain bike group rides on the Slate Valley Trails network. This no-drop ride welcomes all who identify as non-male. Beginner and intermediate/advanced groups, with varying distances of 6-10 miles and terrain including climbing. Plan to arrive by 5:55 p.m. Bring water, snacks, and an after-ride beverage. Cancelled in extreme weather. vmba.org/join.

Artistree Music on the Hill
6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays. Artistree Community Arts Center, 2095 Pomfret Road, So. Pomfret. Free. Pack a picnic, bring a blanket, enjoy live music & scenic views from the hillside at Artistree. All dates are weather dependent. No pets allowed. Service dogs welcome. Reservations are not required. info@artistreevt.org.

Seven to Sunset Concert Series
7 p.m. Wednesdays through 8/7. Main Street Park, Rutland. Free. These concerts offer something for everyone and best of all, they’re free for all to enjoy. Bring your friends, family, and lawn chairs for an unforgettable musical journey under the open sky! rutlandrec.com/7tosunset.

Chaffee Art Center Events
Chaffee Art Center, 16 So. Main St, Rutland.  9 a.m.–12 p.m. Explore Our World With Sculpture, Camp II. 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Artery. 12–1 p.m. Ukulele Group. chaffeeartcenter.org.

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. stonevalleyarts.org.

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

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

Survivors Support Group
10 a.m.-noon. Thursdays. Godnick Adult Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland. Free. Fliers available at the Godnick Center or call 802-775-3232. rutlandrec.com/godnick or 802-775-1853.

Ukulele Group
Noon-1 p.m. Thursdays. Chaffee Art Center, 16 So. Main St., Rutland. Free. Ages 12+. Pre-register the Wednesday before. 802-775-0356 or chaffeeartcenter.org.

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.

Thursday Farmers’ Market (Fair Haven)
3-6 p.m. Thursdays. Village Green, Fair Haven. vtfarmersmarket.org.

S.T.E.A.M. Thursdays
3-4 p.m. Thursdays. Hartland Public Library, 153 Route 5, Hartland. Free. Join us for S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) craft activities. Something different every week! kids@hartlandlibrary.org/calendar or 802-436-2473.

Kingsley Covered Bridge Celebration
5-7 p.m. Kingsley Historic District, adjacent to the Gorge Road, East Clarendon. Free. Celebrate the nearly completed restoration of the Kingsley Covered Bridge with a grand reopening and ribbon cutting ceremony. Enjoy a cook-out, non-alcoholic beverages, and friendly banter. The ribbon cutting and comments by Sen. Brian Collamore and other officials will be at 5:30 p.m. Organized by neighbors, the Clarendon Historical Society, and Vermont Covered Bridge Society.. For more details, visit vermontbridges.org.

Brandon Carnival
5-10 p.m. July 26-28. Estabrook Field, Route 7, Brandon. Free. Enjoy a week of fun with rides, games, music, vendors, and entertainment at the Brandon Carnival. Highlights include PAC Wrestling on July 26 at 7 p.m., a Petting Zoo all afternoon on July 28, and a 4H Performance Group at 1 p.m. on July 28. Bring your family and friends for a great time. vermontbridges.org/events.

Feast and Field Music Series: Espiral
5:30-9 p.m. Thursdays through 9/26. Fable Farm, 1525 Royalton Turnpike, Barnard. $5-$25. A celebration of music, food, and community. Tickets: feastandfield.com/tickets.

Music on the Green
6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays. 7 Maple Hill Rd, Belmont. Free. Enjoy an evening of live music. Bring a chair or blanket to relax and listen to local tunes. mhcavt.org/calendar.

River Road Concert Series
6 p.m. Sherburne Memorial Library, 2998 River Road, Killington. Free. Enjoy weekly outdoor concerts hosted by the Killington Parks and Recreation Department and Sherburne Memorial Library. Bring your picnic supper, lawn chairs, and blankets to relax and enjoy a variety of musical genres. Concerts are held rain or shine, though extremely wet weather may lead to a rain date. sherburnelibrary.org/adults-and-seniors/river-road-concert-series.

Open Mic Night at Artistree
7-9 p.m. Alternating Thursdays. Artistree Community Arts Center, 2095 Pomfret Road, South Pomfret. Free. All levels and abilities are welcome to participate in the open mic experience. Come alone or with a group. Come to play or just to watch. artistreevt.org.

Fair Haven Concerts in the Park: Bloodroot Gap
7-9 p.m. Thursdays. Village Green, Fair Haven. Free. Concert series features a variety of musical genres by area bands. For weather conditions, go to the Fair Haven Facebook page. Any cancellations will be posted earlier on Thursdays. fhgstechie@yahoo.com or 802-265-7913.

Chaffee Art Center Events
Chaffee Art Center, 16 So. Main St, Rutland. Friday, July 26: 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Explore Our World With Sculpture, Camp II. 11 a.m.–12 p.m. Bone Builders. 12–1 p.m. Connections & Interconnections Group. chaffeeartcenter.org.

GMHA Dressage Day & Dressage Days
8 a.m.-5 p.m. GMHA, 5491 South Road, South Woodstock. Free. Join us for three days of top-level dressage competition including the FEI North American Youth Championships, USEF Dressage National Championships for various categories, and more. Enjoy Training through Grand Prix rides and Musical Freestyles. Visit HorseShowOffice.com for ride times and stabling assignments. For more details, contact Sue McKeown at suemckeown@charter.net.

Flow State Mountain Bike Festival
9 a.m.-10 p.m.  July 26-28. Ascutney Trails & Outdoors Center, 449 Ski Tow Rd, Brownsville. Prices vary; music-only tickets available starting July 1. Enjoy Vermont’s premier mountain bike festival with bike demos, guided rides, skills clinics, live music, artwork, food, brews, and more. Activities include bike shenanigans, a costume dance party, and on-site camping. Non-bikers can enjoy live music, food trucks, and local beer. Learn more and see the full schedule on the website. flowstatemtbfestival.com.

Senior Fitness
9:30-10:30 a.m. Fridays. Spa at The Woods, 53 Woods Lane, Killington. $5. This class is for anyone 65+ who wants to maintain strength, flexibility, and balance as they age. We will include a variety of body weight exercises as well as use props like chairs, resistance bands, hand weights, and yoga belts to add levels of challenge and support to the exercises. This class is appropriate for all fitness levels and modifications will be provided as needed. spaatthewoods.com or 802-422-3105.

Red Bull Downtime
10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Fri & Sat) / 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sun) Ramshead, Killington. Registration fees vary. Experience downhill racing with Red Bull’s open-race format, allowing riders to race as many times as they want over three days. Compete against yourself or track live timing. Top male and female riders win spots at Red Bull Rampage in Utah. The Ramshead Express Quad will be open for lift access. More details at killington.com.

Art in the National Park
11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Mondays and Fridays through 8/9. Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Park, 54 Elm St. (Route 12), Woodstock. Free. Make art inspired by the park! Meet the 2024 Student Artists-in Residence and take part in a park inspired art activity. Artists of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Visitors are invited to drop in any time during the program. Pets allowed. Parking at Billings Farm & Museum across Route 12. nps.gov/mabi/learn/kidsyouth/index.htm

Hartland Farmers’ Market
4-6:30 p.m. Fridays. 153 Route 5, Hartland. Free. Enjoy food, music, and shopping at the market.

Connections & Interconnections of Life Weekly Group
12–1 p.m. Fridays. Chaffee Art Center, 16 So. Main St, Rutland. Free. Forming a new group to meet weekly on Fridays at Noon to create a place to share thoughts, philosophies, spirituality, cultures, and more in a respectful way. All are welcome. Must RSVP: chaffeeartcenter.square.site.

Artist Talk at the Park: Heather Heckel
12 noon-1 p.m. Online Event – Zoom Link sent upon registration. Free. Join Heather Heckel for an online artist talk as she shares her site-specific artwork inspired by her residencies at protected lands, including Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park. Heather will discuss her diverse portfolio of over 250 pieces created during her time at various national parks. Register to receive the Zoom link and learn more about the Artist-in-Residence program at nps.gov/mabi/getinvolved/artist-in-residence-program.htm.

Vermont Film Festival 2024
3-10 p.m. Woodstock Town Hall Theatre, 31 The Green, Woodstock. $45 per day or $100 for a 3-day pass. Join us for the Vermont Film Festival featuring screenings of submitted films and premieres, along with industry and networking events. Partnering with Pentangle Arts, the festival offers a chance to engage with industry professionals and explore the latest in film. For the full roster of activities and to purchase passes, visit pentanglearts.org.

Divas of Dirt Group Rides
3-5 p.m. Snowshed rental shop, Killington. Free. Join the female mountain bike community for bi-weekly group rides, open to all ability levels. Pre-registration required as rides are capped at 20 participants for safety. Be ready to ride at 3 p.m. and meet outside the Snowshed rental shop exit, to the left. Register: killington.com.

Friday Night Live 2024
5 p.m. Center Street and Merchants Row, Rutland. Free. Enjoy a vibrant outdoor concert series featuring Captain Mike and The Shipwrecked. The series offers live music, outdoor dining, shopping, and activities for all ages. Concerts begin at 8 p.m., transforming downtown Rutland into an amphitheater-like venue with excellent acoustics. downtownrutland.com.

Pentangle Arts Music by the River
6-7:30 p.m. Fridays through 8/16. East End Park, Woodstock. Free.In case of inclement weather performances will be canceled, check our website for updates on cancellation. pentanglearts.org/mbtr2024.

Moos & Brews & Cocktails Too!
5-7:30 p.m. Billings Farm & Museum, 69 Old River Rd, Woodstock. $25/person, $15 for members. Join us for an evening of cows, Vermont craft brews, and more! Enjoy craft beer and spirits from local breweries and distilleries, horse-drawn wagon rides, butter churning, live music, and delicious food. Activities include herb sachet making, giant bubble making, and more. Note: some vendors are cash only. billingsfarm.org/moos-brews-cocktails-too.

Brandon Carnival
5-10 p.m. Estabrook Field, Route 7, Brandon. Free. Enjoy a week of fun with rides, games, music, vendors, and entertainment at the Brandon Carnival. Highlights include PAC Wrestling on July 26 at 7 p.m., a Petting Zoo all afternoon on July 28, and a 4H Performance Group at 1 p.m. on July 28. Bring your family and friends for a great time. vermontbridges.org/events.

Vermont Suitcase Company Performs “Pillows All the Way Down”
5:30 p.m. (Fridays) 588 North Taggart Hill Road, Stockbridge. $5-15 Suggested Donation. Enjoy a family-friendly, farcical comedy about love, money, and pyramid schemes by Vermont Suitcase Company. The evening includes opening presentations by Sable’s resident artists and wood-fired pizza by Fat Dragon Farm. The show starts at 7 p.m. Bring your own beverages and join us outdoors on the beautiful Sable land, rain or shine. thesableproject.org/food-and-art.

Jackson Gore Summer Music Series: Studio Two Beatles Tribute Band
6-9 p.m. Jackson Gore Courtyard, Okemo. Free. Enjoy a night of Beatles nostalgia with Studio Two, a tribute band specializing in the early years of The Beatles (1962-1966). Experience their energetic hits from the club and touring days in authentic attire and equipment. Bring lawn chairs and blankets; food, drinks, and specialty cocktails available. Lawn games and a pickleball court will be set up. No cash accepted for purchases. Pets allowed on leashes. More info at okemo.com.

‘There Once Was . . .’ 2024
7:30 p.m. Spice Studio, 482 South Main St, Rochester. $15. Enjoy Bald Mountain Theater’s “Stories That Made Us,” where a troupe of actors brings to life treasured stories, folktales, and myths with improvised costumes, dance, and music. Tickets available at the door or online at baldmountaintickets.ludus.com/200459149.

Double Feature at the Bethel Drive-In
9 p.m. July 26-27-28. Bethel Drive-In, 36 Bethel Drive, Bethel. Adults $12, children (5-12) $8. Cash Only. “Despicable Me 4” (PG) at 8:50 p.m. “Twisters” (PG-13) at 10:30 p.m. Gates open at 7:30 p.m. betheldrivein.com.

Chaffee Art Center Events
Chaffee Art Center, 16 So. Main St, Rutland. Saturday, July 27: 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Terrarium Building Class (Fairy or Fantasy Garden). 12–2 p.m. Drop n Paint, all ages. 2–4 p.m. Garden Party. 2–4 p.m. Opening “Connections … An Intergenerational Exhibit”. chaffeeartcenter.org.

GMHA Dressage Day & Dressage Days
8 a.m.-5 p.m. GMHA, 5491 South Road, South Woodstock. Free. Join us for three days of top-level dressage competition including the FEI North American Youth Championships, USEF Dressage National Championships for various categories, and more. Enjoy Training through Grand Prix rides and Musical Freestyles. Visit HorseShowOffice.com for ride times and stabling assignments. For more details, contact Sue McKeown at suemckeown@charter.net.

Pawlet Library Annual Book Sale
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mettawee Community School, 5788 VT-153, West Pawlet. Free. Explore a vast selection of 20,000 books, including vintage finds, and enjoy a bake sale. All proceeds support programs for the Pawlet Public Library. Details: pawletpubliclibrary.com/book-sale.

Vermont Outdoor Farmers’ Market
9 a.m-2 p.m. Saturdays. Depot Park, downtown Rutland. Free. One of the largest farmers markets in the state and the first to operate year-round. vtfarmersmarket.org

Flow State Mountain Bike Festival
9 a.m.-10 p.m. Ascutney Trails & Outdoors Center, 449 Ski Tow Rd, Brownsville. Prices vary; music-only tickets available starting July 1. Enjoy Vermont’s premier mountain bike festival with bike demos, guided rides, skills clinics, live music, artwork, food, brews, and more. Activities include bike shenanigans, a costume dance party, and on-site camping. Non-bikers can enjoy live music, food trucks, and local beer. Learn more and see the full schedule on the website. flowstatemtbfestival.com.

Red Bull Downtime
10 a.m.-6 p.m. (Fri & Sat) / 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sun) Ramshead, Killington. Registration fees vary. Experience downhill racing with Red Bull’s open-race format, allowing riders to race as many times as they want over three days. Compete against yourself or track live timing. Top male and female riders win spots at Red Bull Rampage in Utah. The Ramshead Express Quad will be open for lift access. More details at killington.com.

17th Annual Mount Holly Garden Tour
9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Mount Holly Library, 26 Maple Hill Road, Mount Holly. $15 per person (children 12 and under free). Experience a self-guided tour of diverse high-altitude gardens showcasing sustainable organic practices, beautiful landscapes with mountain views, ponds, stone walls, and perennial flower beds. Enjoy picnicking at selected gardens and enter a garden-themed raffle with floral pillows, a gift basket, and a hanging flower basket. All proceeds support the restoration of the Mount Holly Library and Community Center. mhcavt.org.

‘Kindness Rock’ Painting Event
10 a.m.-12 p.m. West Rutland Rec Center, 294 Fairview Avenue, West Rutland. Free. Pick and paint your own kindness rock alongside the river. Join us to create messages that spread joy and uplift others. This event is open to everyone and supports the mission of the Kindness Rocks Project to connect communities through simple acts of kindness. members.rutlandvermont.com.

Junior Warden Weekend
10 a.m. July 27 to 4 p.m. July 28. Edward F. Kehoe Conservation Camp, 1234 Camp Road, Castleton. $125. A weekend for teens ages 15-17 to experience conservation work with Vermont game wardens. Activities include K-9 demos, mock crime scene investigations, game processing, and traditional camp activities like campfires, fishing, and swimming. Registration is limited to 25 participants. Email a completed application to Hannah.Phelps@vermont.gov. vtfishandwildlife.com/learn-more/conservation-education/junior-warden-weekend.

Brandon Carnival
Noon-10 p.m. Estabrook Field, Route 7, Brandon. Free. Enjoy a week of fun with rides, games, music, vendors, and entertainment at the Brandon Carnival. Highlights include PAC Wrestling on July 26 at 7 p.m., a Petting Zoo all afternoon on July 28, and a 4H Performance Group at 1 p.m. on July 28. Bring your family and friends for a great time. vermontbridges.org/events.

Forest Discovery Center
11 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays, drop-in format. Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park, 54 Elm St. (Route 12), Woodstock. Free. The Forest Discovery Center is an interactive program for families to learn more about nature. Activities include hands-on learning stations, demonstrations, and arts and crafts. This free program will explore a new theme each week, making each visit unique. Parking is at the Billings Farm & Museum Parking lot, 69 Old River Road, across Route 12 from the National Park. 802-457-3368 or mabi_visitorservices@nps.gov.

Rutland Railway Museum & Model Club
11a.m.-3p.m. Saturdays. 79 Depot Lane, Center Rutland. Free. Maintained by the Rutland Railway Assoc. Inc., the historic depot is now a museum that houses an operating HO scale model railroad set up and displays hundreds of rare or antique model trains, photographs, signs, and memorabilia saved from an earlier time, including the former Rutland Railroad Caboose #45. rutlandrailway.org.

Terrarium Building Class
11 a.m.–1 p.m. Chaffee Art Center, 16 So. Main St, Rutland. $40 per person. Learn how to make your own glass fairy or fantasy garden with choice of four miniature terrarium plants, moss, and accent pieces including aquarium wood, rocks, slate path, and a glow-in-the-dark resin Kodama figurine. Ages 13+ and adults; children ages 8–12 may attend with an adult. Must pre-register: chaffeeartcenter.square.site.

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 or 802-775-0356.

Connections Exhibit & Garden Party
2-4 p.m. Chaffee Art Center, 16 So. Main St., Rutland. Free. Join us for the opening of the “Connections” exhibit with our 2nd annual garden party, featuring activities, demos, and speakers inside and outside the historic mansion. Explore the Pollinator Garden, Sculpture Garden, and other outdoor spaces. Enjoy talks on gardens, daylilies, grasslands, and terrarium building. Watch demos including bird wood carving, plein
air painting, mandala rock painting, and more. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we will move it all inside! chaffeeartcenter.org.

Root Beer Floats with Live Music by Sugar Road
3-5 p.m. Rupert Town Green, Route 153, Rupert. Free. Enjoy root beer floats made with local Battenkill Valley Ice Cream and A&W Root Beer, while listening to Sugar Road’s mix of rock covers and original songs. This family-friendly event features lawn games and live music. In case of rain, the event will move to Sheldon Store, 2824 Route 153, Rupert. For more information about Sugar Road, visit sugarroadmusic.com. Learn more about the Rupert Village Trust at rupertvillagetrust.org.

Cooler in the Mountains: Waiting on Mongo
3-5:30 p.m. Saturdays through 8/31. K-1 base area, Killington Resort, Killington. Free. Join us at the bottom of Superstar (near the Roaring Brook Umbrella Bar). Grab a lawn chair, a beach blanket, and the whole family for this all-ages event. killington.com.

Vermont Film Festival 2024
3-10 p.m. July26-27-28, various locations, Woodstock. $45 per day or $100 for a 3-day pass. Join us for the Vermont Film Festival featuring screenings of submitted films and premieres, along with industry and networking events. Partnering with Pentangle Arts, the festival offers a chance to engage with industry professionals and explore the latest in film. For more details and to purchase passes, visit pentanglearts.org.

Pond Hill Rodeo
7:30 p.m. Saturdays through 8/31. Pond Hill Ranch, 1683 Pond Hill Road, Castleton. $15, adults. $10, ages 6-11. 5 and under are free. Cash only. Info: pondhillranch.com.

‘There Once Was . . .’ 2024
7:30 p.m. Spice Studio, 482 South Main St, Rochester. $15. Enjoy Bald Mountain Theater’s “Stories That Made Us,” where a troupe of actors brings to life treasured stories, folktales, and myths with improvised costumes, dance, and music. Tickets available at the door or online at baldmountaintickets.ludus.com/200459149.

GMHA Dressage Day & Dressage Days
8 a.m.-5 p.m. GMHA, 5491 South Road, South Woodstock. Free. Join us for three days of top-level dressage competition including the FEI North American Youth Championships, USEF Dressage National Championships for various categories, and more. Enjoy Training through Grand Prix rides and Musical Freestyles. Visit HorseShowOffice.com for ride times and stabling assignments. For more details, contact Sue McKeown at suemckeown@charter.net.

Gravel Gallop
8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Plymouth. $65 (adult), $35 (youth). Join the inaugural Okemo Mountain School Gravel Gallop with 33-mile and 18-mile loops starting on VT Route 100, across from Hawk Resort. Enjoy a self-guided ride through diverse routes with challenging climbs, designed by Rick Trainer of Mountain Cycology. GPS routes and paper maps available. A burrito lunch and drink will be provided after the ride. Proceeds benefit the Financial Aid and Scholarship Fund for local student-athletes. For more details, visit okemomountainschool.org/events-calendar/2024/7/28/gravel-gallop-bike-ride.

Flow State Mountain Bike Festival
9 a.m.-10 p.m. Ascutney Trails & Outdoors Center, 449 Ski Tow Rd, Brownsville. Prices vary; music-only tickets available starting July 1. Enjoy Vermont’s premier mountain bike festival with bike demos, guided rides, skills clinics, live music, artwork, food, brews, and more. Activities include bike shenanigans, a costume dance party, and on-site camping. Non-bikers can enjoy live music, food trucks, and local beer. Learn more and see the full schedule on the website. flowstatemtbfestival.com.

Ludlow Farmers’ Market
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sundays through 10/13. So. Depot St., Ludlow. Meet on S. Depot Street in Ludlow to shop at our vibrant farmers’ market. Find a variety of local produce, fresh baked goods, handmade crafts, cold beverages, live music and more. Join us for fresh food, community, and fun. Info: ludlowmarket.org.

Red Bull Downtime
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Ramshead, Killington. Registration fees vary. Experience downhill racing with Red Bull’s open-race format, allowing riders to race as many times as they want over three days. Compete against yourself or track live timing. Top male and female riders win spots at Red Bull Rampage in Utah. The Ramshead Express Quad will be open for lift access. More details at killington.com.

Braintree Bluegrass Brunch
11 a.m. Braintree Hill Meetinghouse, 2756 Braintree Hill Rd, Braintree. Admission by donation. Enjoy a vibrant community gathering with music from March Shapiro & Billy Corbett, and Timbermash. Morning mountain bike rides with Ridgeline Outdoor Collective at 10:00 a.m., Ridge Rider Youth Bike Demos starting at noon. Gates, food, and kids’ activities open at 11 a.m., music starts at noon. chandler-arts.org.

Brandon Carnival
Noon-10 p.m. Estabrook Field, Route 7, Brandon. Free. Enjoy a week of fun with rides, games, music, vendors, and entertainment at the Brandon Carnival. Highlights include PAC Wrestling on July 26 at 7 p.m., a Petting Zoo all afternoon on July 28, and a 4H Performance Group at 1 p.m. on July 28. Bring your family and friends for a great time. vermontbridges.org/events.

Vermont Film Festival 2024
3-10 p.m. Woodstock Town Hall Theatre, 31 The Green, Woodstock. $45 per day or $100 for a 3-day pass. Join us for the Vermont Film Festival featuring screenings of submitted films and premieres, along with industry and networking events. Partnering with Pentangle Arts, the festival offers a chance to engage with industry professionals and explore the latest in film. For more details and to purchase passes, visit pentanglearts.org.

Sundays on the Hill: Judy Handler & Mark Levesque Concert
4 p.m. Old Parish Church, Route 100, Weston. $5 adults, children 12 and under free. Enjoy unique arrangements of swing, ballads, pop, Americana, gypsy jazz, Celtic, bossa nova, and more performed by Judy Handler and Mark Levesque. Doors open at 3:30 p.m.; no reserved seats or advance tickets, admission at the door. sundaysonthehill.org or judyandmark.com.

Double Feature at the Bethel Drive-In
9 p.m. Sundays. Bethel Drive-In, 36 Bethel Drive, Bethel. Adults $12, children (5-12) $8. Cash Only. “Despicable Me 4” (PG) at 8:50 p.m. “Twisters” (PG-13) at 10:30 p.m. Gates open at 7:30 p.m. betheldrivein.com.

Chaffee Art Center Events
Chaffee Art Center, 16 So. Main St, Rutland. Monday, July 29: 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Musical Theater Camp — Full-Day (1 hr break for lunch).
chaffeeartcenter.org.

Junior Farmer Camp at Billings Farm & Museum
9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 29-Aug. 2. Billings Farm & Museum, 69 Old River Road, Woodstock. $355-$390. For ages children entering grades 2-5). Explore farming through daily chores, activities, and topics like dairy, gardening, tractors, and draft animals. Get hands-on with cows, horses, pigs, chickens, and sheep. Aftercare available. billingsfarm.org/junior-farmer-camp/.

Magical Mischief Festival
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rotary Park, Rutland Free. A celebration of fantasy, fairytales, and folklore with hands-on activities like adopting an Ent, tackling Merlin’s bootcamp, and creating affirmation charms. Participate in a costume parade, listen to magical stories, and enjoy dunk tanks. Food trucks will offer dishes for purchase; cash is recommended. Families in need can request food truck vouchers from Arwen@comealiveoutside.com. The event will occur in light drizzle or shine, with cancellations posted on social media and comealiveoutside.com/events/. comealiveoutside.com/events/.

Painting Inspired by Nature Workshops
10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Fairgrounds System Trailhead Parking Area, 131 Town Farm Rd, Poultney. Free (donations requested). Join Abenaki artist Amy Hook-Therrien for watercolor workshops celebrating nature. The first session at 10 a.m. is for grades 7-12, followed by a two-hour adult workshop at 11 a.m. Advanced high school students can stay for the adult workshop. Some supplies will be provided; bring your own drawing pads, brushes, and lawn chairs if possible. RSVP to stonevalleyartscenter@gmail.com, or walk-ins are welcome if space allows. stonevalleyarts.org.

Art in the National Park
11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Mondays and Fridays through 8/9. Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Park, 54 Elm St. (Route 12), Woodstock. Free. Make art inspired by the park! Meetthe 2024 Student Artists-in Residence and take part in a park-inspired art activity. Artists of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Visitors are invited to drop in any time during the program. Pets allowed. Parking at Billings Farm & Museum across Route 12. nps.gov/mabi/learn/kidsyouth/index.htm.

Community Lunch
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mondays. Godnick Adult Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland. Over 60, $3.50. Under 60, $6. Donations welcome. In partnership with the Southwestern Vermont Council on Aging and Meals on Wheels, the Godnick Center hosts congregate meals. Make new friends, connect with pals. Call 802-773-1853 and leave a message with your name and phone number the Thursday before. See rutlandrec.com/godnick for the menu.

Monday Movie
1 p.m. Sherburne Memorial Library, 2998 River Road, Killington. Free. Contact the library for the title. sherburnelibrary.org/movie-monday or 802-422-9765.

Joseph Bruchac Storytelling Session
3:30 p.m. Mettawee Community School, 5788 VT-153, West Pawlet. Free. Acclaimed Abenaki storyteller and musician Joseph Bruchac presents an engaging storytelling session as part of Celebrating Abenaki Art, Heritage, and Culture. Donations are welcome to support the school. For more details, visit stonevalleyarts.org.

Group Run/Walk
6-7:30 p.m. Mondays. Location changes weekly, check Facebook event for details. The group leaves the trailhead by 6:05 at the latest. The route will vary weekly. With two groups we will have options for up to 12 miles for one of the routes. There are many options to cater to all abilities and shorten the route for anyone wanting to run a shorter distance. Bring: plenty of water, snacks, bug spray, and an after run beverage of choice. Youth 14 -18 must have a parent/ guardian present, or have submitted our Youth Participation Waiver in advance. Info@slatevalleytrails.org

Chaffee Art Center Events
Chaffee Art Center, 16 So. Main St, Rutland. Tuesday, July 30: 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Musical Theater Camp — Full-Day (1 hr break for lunch). 5:30–7 p.m. Abstract Expressionist Sculptural Painting Class — 2 sessions.chaffeeartcenter.org.

Line Dance for Beginners
9:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Godnick Adult Center, 1 Deer St., Rutland. Line dance basics taught by Sharon McKee. No partner or experience needed. Call 802-773-1853 for cost and to sign up. rutlandrec.com/godnick.

Senior Volunteers
1-3 p.m. Tuesdays. Sherburne Memorial Library, 2998 River Road, Killington. sherburnelibrary.org or  802-422-4323.

‘There Once Was . . .’ 2024
2 p.m. Spice Studio, 482 South Main St, Rochester. $15. Enjoy Bald Mountain Theater’s “Stories That Made Us,” where a troupe of actors brings to life treasured stories, folktales, and myths with improvised costumes, dance, and music. Experience the fun and magic of these timeless tales. Tickets available at the door or online at baldmountaintickets.ludus.com/200459149.

Tuesday Night Twilight League
5 p.m. Tuesdays through 9/24. Green Mountain National Golf Course, 476 Barrows Towne Road, Killington. Non-pass holders $40, pass holders $22; includes 9 holes with cart. Shotgun start at 5 p.m. 4 person scramble. Teams welcome or individuals/pairs will be linked into groups of 4 and play the front 9. Results in Gracie’s Clubhouse Grill after play. Must sign-up before Tuesday at noon. gmngc.com or 802-422-4653.

Abstract Expressionist Sculptural Painting Class — 2 Sessions
5:30–7 p.m. (Tuesdays, July 23 & 30 )Chaffee Art Center, 16 So. Main St, Rutland. $50 per person. Ages: Teens 13+ and Adults. Instructor: Chrystal Bean. Design your own 11×14 sculptural painting by drawing designs, cutting away areas on a doubled-up canvas, adding wire and plaster bandage for shape, form, and structure, and using joint compound for texture. Session2: Choose a color scheme and paint your pieces in the second session. Min 5, max 10. MUST PRE-REGISTER: chaffeeartcenter.square.site.

Tunesdays Concert Series
6-8 p.m. Tuesdays through 8/13. Pittsford Village Farm, 42 Elm St., Pittsford. Free. pittsfordvillagefarm.org.

Joseph Bruchac Storytelling Session
7 p.m. Stone Valley Arts, 145 E Main St, Poultney. Free. Acclaimed Abenaki storyteller and musician Joseph Bruchac presents an engaging storytelling session as the grand finale of Celebrating Abenaki Art, Heritage, and Culture. Donations are welcome to support Stone Valley Arts. For more details, visit stonevalleyarts.org.