Sunday, Aug. 25 at 2 p.m. —BRIDGEWATER— Cyndy Bittinger author of “Vermont Women, Native Americans & African Americans: Out of the Shadows of History,” will speak at the Bridgewater Grange on Sunday. Her book takes a fresh look at Vermont’s history, uncovering hidden stories, from the earliest inhabitants to present day citizens. One section includes Achsa Sprague of Plymouth,…

Saturday, Aug. 24 at 10 a.m.—WOODSTOCK—A amateur dog show, Puppies and Pooches on Parade, will be held on the Woodstock Green this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Anyone “with adorable pooches” were invited to register (registration closed Tuesday, Aug. 20). Prizes will be awarded to winners in several categories. The Vermont State Police…

Saturday, Aug. 24 at 7:30 p.m.—CASTLETON — The summer rodeo season is nearing its end. This Saturday is the second to last rodeo of the 10-week season, which began June 29 and ends Aug. 31. Events begin at 7:30 p.m. each week.  Pond Hill Pro Rodeo Company has produced rodeos for over 50 years at…

Saturday, Aug. 24 at 12 p.m.—LUDLOW—It’s that time of year, when the ducks are preparing for race down the Black River in the Ralph D. Hogancamp Memorial Duck Race to help a local group on Aug. 24 at noon.  This year the race proceeds will go to Lake Rescue Association of Ludlow. The Ludlow Rotary…

Saturday, Aug. 24—CHITTENDEN—The town of Chittenden will celebrate Chittenden Day on Saturday, Aug. 24 at Barstow School, 223 Chittenden Road.  The Barstow PTO-sponsored Bobcat Bolt Fun Runs begin at 8:30 a.m. with registration opening at 8 a.m.  At noon enjoy a barbecue lunch put on by the Chittenden Volunteer Fire Dept. — this is their…

Saturday, Aug. 24—QUECHEE— A fun-filled day of competitions, clans, vendors, food and entertainment will be held during The celebration of tradition Scottish Games at the Quechee Polo Field, Quechee Main Street, Saturday. Step onto the field and experience decades of timeless tradition. Immerse yourself in the vibrant essence of Scots culture as clans encircle the main…

Sunday, Aug. 25 at 11 a.m.—KILLINGTON— This Sunday, Mission Farm in Killington will host its second annual Meadows & Mountains Festival from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The festival will take place at the beautiful 180-acre cooperative space at 316 Mission Farm Road in Killington.  There will be live music featuring talented local musicians, raffle…

WED 8/21 BETHEL7 p.m. Bandshell – Scott Forrest BOMOSEEN6 p.m. Lakehouse Pub & Grille – Shakey Pines BRANDON6 p.m. Brandon Inn (Behind) – Music on the Riverbend with Extra Stout KILLINGTON5 p.m. The Umbrella Bar at Snowshed – Bike Bum Party with music by Chris Pallutto LUDLOW6 p.m. Off the Rails – Learn to Line…

Soulshine Revival is making their triumphant return to the Cooler in the Mountains concert series this Saturday outside the K-1 Base Lodge in Killington at 3 p.m. This will be their second year in a row playing it. If you don’t know, the band is an Allman Brothers Tribute. I can only attend one Cooler…

Though it's yet to be determined whether a skate park will be coming back to Rutland anytime soon, folks will have a chance to lace up their roller skates for one night only at Friday Night Live on Aug. 16. Partners for Prevention will host an "In My Roller Skating Era" event during which community…

Friday Aug. 16 at 5 p.m.—RUTLAND—Celebrate summer and bring your friends and family to Downtown Rutland's Center St. and Merchants Row for another night of fun at Friday Night Live. Next up in the outdoor concert series is Zach Nugent’s Dead Set. Dead Set is more than just a cover band; they are an extraordinary…

Saturday, Aug. 24-25—LUDLOW—The Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce is hosting the fourth annual Best of Vermont Summer Festival at Okemo Field, Route 103 and Bixby Road. The event runs rain or shine, Saturday, noon-7 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. This popular festival features live music, craft beverages from local beer, wine, and distillery…

Fair schedule provides something for everyone Ongoing Entertainment:  Robin's Heavenly Birds, VT State Fair Butterfly Enclosure, Totally Twisted Balloons, Trackless Train Shuttle, Pirate Man Dan Roving Act, Blacksmith Shop, Danne Moore Antique Motors Display, Touch A Truck, Farm Museum, Antique Tractors, Toy Display, Chainsaw Carver, Weaving & Spinning Demonstrations, Plus Fair Foods, Pony Rides, Shopping,…

Saturday, Aug. 17 at 8:15 p.m.—RUTLAND—The Vermont State Fair, Vermont State Fairgrounds, 175 South Main St., Rutland is set to deliver an exciting lineup of events during its Rutland stop from Aug. 13-17 offering something for everyone. Some if the big name highlights will be featured at the Diamonds and More Grandstand  including motorcycle racing,…

WED 8/14 BOMOSEEN6 p.m. Lakehouse Pub & Grille – Shakey Pines BRANDON6 p.m. Brandon Inn (Behind) – Music on the Riverbend with Tom Caswell Blues Band LUDLOW6 p.m. Off the Rails – Learn to Line Dance POULTNEY7 p.m. Poultney Pub - Open Mic with Danny Lang QUECHEE6 p.m. Public House Pub – Chris Pallutto RUTLAND7…